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How often should i hold my corn snake? he is still only a baby, and
just went through his first shed so i figured i would hold him today since i have been dying to hold him since he started to shed but now he acts like he doesn't even know me...he tried to strike, then ran away, not to mention i get nervous because he is so small and i dont want to hurt him, therefore making me very shakey...should i try to hold him evey day? i just want him to know
who i am and not run or bite me..

As often as you can. Its not a good idea to hold him during a shed as snakes are really stress and nervous during a shed, especially when I are blued over. And I wouldnt hold him for a day or 2 after feeding. You dont want your snake getting stress and regurgitating. Other than during a shed and after feeding, I'd hold him at least once a day, especially while he's still young. He'll get used to you and make life much easier for the both of you.
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