First Pit- Bullsnake - Page 2

Humble308 · 11-03-15, 11:05 AM

Awesome! Thanks EZ, I was hoping I've been doing things right as I'm not only new to pits but to snake keeping in general. May as well start with the grumpiest snakes first hahaha.

prairiepanda · 11-03-15, 12:46 PM

At that size, you probably don't need to bother with the gloves. I've got a couple baby pits that are even bigger than that and still don't break skin when they bite! It's more like an open-mouthed slap, since it's not a feeding response. But it's good to work with her now while her bite is still harmless, so that you can approach her more easily later on when she has some more serious teeth

Humble308 · 11-03-15, 01:35 PM

Very true Panda, the gloves were more of a confidence builder haha. I was pretty sure she was going to bite me and wanted to cut down on the flinch factor. Now I feel like I know what to expect a bit better.

**EL Ziggy** · 11-03-15, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Humble308

Very true Panda, the gloves were more of a confidence builder haha. I was pretty sure she was going to bite me and wanted to cut down on the flinch factor. Now I feel like I know what to expect a bit better.

You're not alone Humble. Both my bulls were a little hissy and nippy on arrival. I used a glove the first few times myself.

Humble308 · 11-03-15, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by EL-Ziggy

You're not alone Humble. Both my bulls were a little hissy and nippy on arrival. I used a glove the first few times myself.

Good to know that she's a normal little rascal of a bull!

Humble308 · 11-06-15, 08:17 AM

Lilith is growing fast and becoming much more calm when handling. The past two days she hasn't hissed or bit (well for the most part) and it's been nice to handle her.

She's on my arm here, she seems much bigger in real life than a picture hahaha. She only hiss when she fell off my arm to the floor and I moved to pick her up a little too fast. But she's getting much better overall. All the best!

**EL Ziggy** · 11-06-15, 08:46 AM

Lilith is looking great Humble. Glad to see she's calming down for you. How much and how often are you feeding her?

Humble308 · 11-06-15, 09:07 AM

Thanks EZ! Just like you said she just needed a couple quality handlings...I needed them as well to be more confident with her. I'm trying to feed her every 5 days, today is actually her feed day and she'll take a 11 day old frozen fuzzy mouse. I'd like to get her on rats soon, but until I get breeders going mice will have to do.

Humble308 · 11-21-15, 01:01 PM

Well Lilith has escaped. Aside from feeling like a POS keeper I have guests coming in next week that just happen to be afraid of snakes. I scoured the room several times, and looked every spot I think a snake could be...my big fear is she went into the half closet that is basically the attic access and it'd be pretty much impossible to find her in there.

I know snakes are prone to escape in general, but I feel like a real piece of work for letting it happen. The lid to her cage is secure, but sometimes I close it more gently as she seems to scare very easily. Hopefully she shows up sometime.

Albert Clark · 11-21-15, 02:11 PM

She probably could feel more secure in a smaller enclosure if you think that may be something you want to do later. But it's more typical hatchling behavior and will subside with more feedings and handling. Great looking snake btw.

Albert Clark · 11-21-15, 02:25 PM

Sorry about the escape. Don't feel bad, I had a recent escape too. I did have to take the time to scour closets and floors. Make sure to look inside of shoes and underneath clothing. She will turn up. They usually don't travel far from the enclosure. If you have any gaps or space underneath your front door or any doors that lead to the outside be sure to seal those up right away. They really can sense and smell fresh air. Get a good flashlight and concentrate on the areas that generate heat like under the fridge and stove. Computers and wire outlets. Just be vigilant and you will find her. When you get her back make sure to downsize on the enclosure until she gets some size on her.

**EL Ziggy** · 11-22-15, 06:28 PM

Aww, I'm so sorry to hear that Humble. I really hope you find her soon. Try setting up a warm spot with a hide and a fuzzy if you can.

Humble308 · 11-23-15, 12:00 PM

I'll give it a shot guys, thanks for the tips. My big fear is she went right into the attic from a gap in the closet door. At that point I doubt I'd ever find her within the maze of insulation and stuff. :/

Bandit · 11-23-15, 02:55 PM

It will probably be pretty cool in the attic, or at least it will be soon. As was said before, set up a small warm spot with a hide to try and lure her there. Just check on it frequently. Best of luck.