lynchette85
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Hi guys!
We have recently bought a breeding pair of coastal carpet pythons (Zeus and Hera), approximately 6yr old.. Their previous owner sold them as he no longer has time for them, as a result they havent been handled alot for a long time and have become snappy..
We have a 3yr old coastal/inland x (Angel), who we raised from a hatchling and has the most beautiful nature, never even attempted to bite, so we do have relevant experience just not with something quite so big trying to bite us!
So my question is.. does anyone know the best approach when it comes to calming our new additions/getting them used to handling again, without making them more apprehensive? I thought maybe getting them out for short periods of time to begin with, and gradually build this up over time? Someone also suggested putting something with my scent on it in the enclosure, but wasnt sure if this may aggravate them? (they are in seperate enclosures).. Also if/when they decide to bite is it best to put them back right away as they have had enough, or continue handling to show lack of fear/who is boss lol?
Sorry about all the questions, and any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.. thanks
We have recently bought a breeding pair of coastal carpet pythons (Zeus and Hera), approximately 6yr old.. Their previous owner sold them as he no longer has time for them, as a result they havent been handled alot for a long time and have become snappy..
We have a 3yr old coastal/inland x (Angel), who we raised from a hatchling and has the most beautiful nature, never even attempted to bite, so we do have relevant experience just not with something quite so big trying to bite us!
So my question is.. does anyone know the best approach when it comes to calming our new additions/getting them used to handling again, without making them more apprehensive? I thought maybe getting them out for short periods of time to begin with, and gradually build this up over time? Someone also suggested putting something with my scent on it in the enclosure, but wasnt sure if this may aggravate them? (they are in seperate enclosures).. Also if/when they decide to bite is it best to put them back right away as they have had enough, or continue handling to show lack of fear/who is boss lol?
Sorry about all the questions, and any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.. thanks