Handling Videos?

SyN · 03-12-05, 11:07 AM

Does anyone have any videos of them handling their ball? lol, didnt realize how funny that sounds till now, but I've seen the feeding techniques, but never any handling techniques, from the pick up to the put down.

mykee · 03-12-05, 08:12 PM

Use both hands.
Don't approach your snake to be picked up head on, you'll get bit.
Don't pick your snake up my the head or the tip of the tail.
Be gentle.
There! I just saved you having to watch a video.
Your welcome.

SyN · 03-12-05, 08:42 PM

haha thanks mykee

mykee · 03-12-05, 08:52 PM

No troubles. Handling is easy. It's EVERYTHING else that's tough...

Spirit · 03-12-05, 09:48 PM

LOL mykee!

Are you just looking for everyday "how to pick it up" or "taming" tricks?

If your snake is small, cupping can be very effective for taming, but remember that most balls are head shy. Cupping (btw) is when you create a hide using your hand (while handling), and allow your snake to crawl out on his own (through your fingers).

SyN · 03-13-05, 01:19 AM

yeah pretty much spirit, first timer and dont know the do's and donts...got a few tips, but cant really try them out till she eats

paulsreef · 03-14-05, 05:42 PM

I always wash my hands before handling, just in case I handled a rodent or other reptile before. If your ball is a new addition, it would be wise to wash your hands afterwards so as not to pass on possible mites to your collection.

SyN · 03-14-05, 07:11 PM

well she's my one and only snake, but i do wash my hands any time i reach into her environment