>>Hi there!
>>Since retics are a bit high strung, holding/handling them for 10 - 15 minutes at a time can equate to their feeling powerless, as a prey in the hands of a predator. I'd reduce the amount of time you hold it for the first several times - PLUS - reduce the frequency of handling. I persoanlly think twice a day is way too much. It probably feels insecure in it's cage, too, because of the fact that you intrude upon it so often.
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>>You've got to find that delicate balance. You've got to earn their trust, not force them into anything.
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>>Hang in there!
>>HH
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>>Due to political correctness run amuck,
>>this ol' hillbilly is now referred to as an:
>>Appalachian American
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>>
>>www.natures-signature.com




thanks for the responses guys! i appreciate it!

so i should handle her less, and not for as long? and when getting her out of the cage, i gently pet her with my snake hook pull her to the door then pick her up with gloves. is there a better way to do it? any other tips on getting her more manageable would be great, keep the responses coming!! i would love for her to become as docile as my old 14ft burm. he was a sweetheart, but was never this aggressive as a baby, he was a little nipy but nothing like this retic

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