First really decent handle!!

[Gazza90]

Hey! Another first-time-snake-owner thread, sorry in advance!!

So I've had wee Flynn out quite a few times since I've had him, usually for about 5 or 10 minutes before he gets a tad too fiesty and needs to be put back away. I've had a lot of trouble with getting him out of his enclosure (He's a tad cage defensive!) and not wanted to get him out if he's in too much of a mood, but this morning I persevered through his moodiness and managed to get him out:- Without a bloody hitch! Had him out for about 20 mins! He was comfortable enough with me to have a bit of an explore, took him into my bedroom, he climbed all over me, around my back and arms and everything! Was quite happy! (Both of us!) I did manage to (ever so gently) start up my lap top and get a couple of happy-snaps of my first decent handle of him! Sorry about the poor quality and the fact that you can't really see his size/markings but I assure you, he's a little heartbreaker . Here's hoping for a lot more happier handling!!

Cheers,

Gaz.

 

[CrystalMoon]

Flynn looks very comfy and curious it is so rewarding when you can tell they are relaxed with you. thanx for sharing your pics

 

[Python-Lover4lyf]

Well done! What type of python is he? (sorry i can see the snake but can't tell what type he is because of how dark the pics are)

 

[Sutto82]

Well done mate, soundslike you're doing the right thing by handling for short periods at a time.

Do you use a hook when getting him out? I usually take my snakes out by hand, but I have a young jungle which at times I use the hook.... but once out I can slide her off and she seems better.

 

[Gazza90]

He's a South Western Carpet Python

I use a hook if he's tucked away in the corner of his viv, but if I find him under a hide or something I'm quite happy to use my hands to scoop him out. He just gets a tad too defensive if he's approached head-on, so the hook is the best bet in some situations

Cheers,

Gaz.

 

[Icarus]

good work! it'll only get easier from here on