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Kayvon
at Thu Aug 11 22:42:46 2005 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by Kayvon ]
When it bites does it let go right away or hold on tight? Most snakes let go or don't even make contact if it is a defensive bite. If it is a feeding bite they hold on and sometimes try to constrict or even work the mouth around trying to figure out how to eat you. I have found with young snakes that are defensive it is best to let them out grow it a little before messing with them. When it gets some size and you start handling it keep a loose grip on the snake if any grip at all. Just ease the snake in the direction you want it to go. A tight grip tells a snake that YOU are getting ready to eat IT. If you feel like it just wants to eat you I would try feeding it more, feeding it in a separate cage, or use tongs to feed. Also, pick a feeding schedule and stick to it unless the animal is in shed and never handle it on feeding day. Good luck.
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RE: update on radiated rat with an attitude - Kayvon, Thu Aug 11 22:42:46 2005