Can I handle my snake after its just shed??

[Bluetongue1]

The implication being you need a dictionary to get through my posts? Why don’t you go back through my posts and find the words that require defining. I would be surprised if there were many. I try to keep it a simple as possible. There are some technical terms which are unavoidable, such as “keratin” - a protein made by certain skin cells that can form a hardened, waterproof layer. It is what your finger nails and toe nails are made of.

I would not categorise two days later as “immediately". As for why I feel the need to pick it up –that was explained. The comment was directed at me. I disagree with the sentiment. I have provided my reasons why (which I believe is appropriate and good manners to do so). Is there any reason why I should not “pick it up”?

I make no apology for the detail in my posts. If you do not like having to wade through them then don’t read them. It is that simple. At the same time I understand there those who are upset at their old habits being challenged. That is a good thing even if it does mean that some direct their displeasure at me. It is not about me however, it is about what is best for APS.

Lastly, I do not have an issue if you dislike me. I am not here to make friends, but to help where I can and to learn. I only contribute in threads where I am comfortable and confident of my knowledge. Unfortunately that does tend to make me look like a bit of a know all but nothing could be further from the truth. Have a look at my post count.

I hope that adequately addresses the issues you raised. If not, please let me know.

 

[Jen]

I don;t hold mine after a shed, mainly because he likes to surprise me - I am not a hoverer lol - and so often sheds overnight.

Can I just say Bluetongue - I love reading your posts as compared to so many many on here, they are informed, articulate and have actual punctuation. Such a relief...so a big ty from the grammar and spelling nazi in me

 

[user 30368]

i'm a Bluetongue1 fan myself too

 

[Megzz]

Can I just say Bluetongue - I love reading your posts as compared to so many many on here, they are informed, articulate and have actual punctuation. Such a relief...so a big ty from the grammar and spelling nazi in me

Exactly what I think too!

 

[camspeed]

It seems to me that it is more you who has a problem with me blue, rather than the other way around. I don't know why that is. In saying that I was just sticking up for old mate who you had a dig at in your last post. Now you're having a dig at me.

I was merely stating an opinion. I do not know why people feel the need to handle their snakes every time they walk past their enclosure. I probably handle mine once a week, normally only to clean up their mess or take them outside for a bit. They aren't lap dogs.

 

[Elapidae1]

Be carefull not to smudge it

 

[viciousred]

I had a customer come in to work and tell me there vet said not to handle the snake for 2 weeks after it has shed or you can damage the skin.... So does that mean in the wild the curl up in a hole for 2 weeks too? Considering it was from a well known reptile vet its actually a little disturbing.... Oh and you shouldn't feed snakes rats ever because there to fatty and have low nutritional content.......

 

[saximus]

Blue I honestly apologise that you took offence to my little jibe. However, I don't apologise for writing it.
I have never thought ill of your obvious kind nature, your willingness to help or your articulateness. These are admirable qualities and, in person, I'd love to talk for hours to someone like you. However, on an internet forum (the world that literally gave rise to the meme "tl:dr") I think brevity at the expense of quality is often more necessary. As you suggested, I don't read most of your posts and I know others are the same. This means that your original aim of helping is lost on us.
Anyway that's just my thoughts. Others might (probably) disagree and if you want to continue via PM I'd be happy to, I just wanted to respond here first because I wanted people to know that I didn't mean to offend you personally. I was simply making a point in response to your post(s).
PS I recognise the irony of making a post this long when I am trying to make a point about brevity but hey what are ya gonna do..

 

[Red-Ink]

I leave mine for a day after a shed before picking them up for an all round check.... That's due to their attitude though as mine are quite defensive and it usually takes a day or two after a shed before they "snap' out of it.

 

[elogov]

I handle my snake when/where ever i please except on a plane can't do that anymore, thanks 9/11.

 

[Bluetongue1]

Saximus,

No worries, I assumed your post was in jest but others might not e.g. Camspeed stated he believed it was serious. I probably over-reacted but a point I have been pushing is to keep negative personal comments out of posts. I would have been very happy to retire from this thread with just a 10 line contribution. The primary reason I responded is that I do not want people, whether new to the forum or otherwise, to assume these types of posts are acceptable.

I am not trying to help people like you who already know the answers. My posts are directed at those who are here to learn, so I question the appropriateness of “brevity rather than quality” under those circumstances. Chat threads - most certainly.

The length of your own post is a good example of that which I have stated a number of times now - it takes a lot longer to explain why compared to a "yes / no" or even a "do this" post.


Camspeed,

I do not have an issue with you and I would agree that the initial half of that sentence is a poor choice of words under the circumstances. I apologise for having made the statement.
I do have an issue when others intervene in a personal discussion that does not directly concern them and into which they were not invited. I also believe that where people feel that these sorts of issues exist with another individual, the appropriate way to address them is via PM and not in public.
I am sorry you felt I was having a dig at you. That was never my intention. I was genuinelychallenging you to support your claim because I do not accept that it is valid. That challenge still stands.

Blue