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Re: My NorPacs
Well I can tell you when I get them out for cleaning and water, it's not too difficult. I use a hook to open the door, push them both to the back of the cage, then pull the more active guy out and place into a suitable container to move him in. I use "splatter vision" to watch both simultaniously making sure the other doesn't move closer, wich he never does. Not to say he will never try, but they both are pretty docile. Then I pull out the other guy, place in a safe environment, clean, and repeat backwards. I never come within twice the striking distance. I use my hook as an safety buffer, even to carry say, a 5 gal bucket if i'm using that.
I'm sure it would cause more of a problem with a more agressive hot, but these guys are pretty lazy and would rather retreat in most cases.
I don't even know how you would diagnose an RI with a rattlesnake. Most wouldn't shut up long enough to hear and respiratory problems. Maybe just look for any oral secretions?
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