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Old 08-31-2015, 03:52 PM   #1
Suzanna.Chandler
Help snake turned aggressive

So two weeks ago I fed my corn in her holding tank as I always do, this mouse was particularly bloody and when I picked her up some of the blood got on me, this I think is what led her to bite me for the first time (she is fully grown but I've had her for about 6 months)
Since then when I try to take her out of the vivarium she has been getting ready to strike me every time I put my arm in, before she just tried to slither away, she's never been particularly friendly unfortunately.
Is there some way I can turn this around and make her more accepting of me?
Thanks for all and any response


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Old 08-31-2015, 04:04 PM   #2
jagodzinski
I'm sorry you got bit. I am sure that you can turn your snake's defensive behavior around. I have some suggestions based on what I have read, but I am no expert. Hopefully, members with more experience regarding corn snake aggression could help you out.

My recommendations would be to feel confident! If that means using a glove for a little that's okay, but when you are reaching in to pick up your snake do not hesitate at all.

Another thing you could try is putting a T-shirt with your scent (something you wore for a few hours) in the viv. Many cornsnakes like to hide is fabric so they will associate the scent of their fun hiding place with secure, nice feelings, not something to strike at.


Good luck
 

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