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where do i need to be to get info abt san diego gopher snakes

i have just got a albino gopher snake! he is abt 4 foot long! he hasnt been handle much so he is nervous! how often do i need to handle him and how long 4? im new to snakes!! fella talked me in to it! just need to know the basics if u can help please!

my fella has talked me into getting an albino gopher snke! he! the snake that is! hasnt been handled much so he is skitty!! how often and how long would u recommed i handled him! and if u could give me some basic info plzz!!

First, welcome the forums!

Secondly - please only start one thread about the same topic, and allow members the chance to see your thread to respond. Many are at work right now. When members who have experience with gophers jump online, I'm sure they'll be happy to help you!

I've merged all three of your threads into one.

About the handling, I'd say 15 minutes a day (but NOT within 24 hours of feeding). And that reminds me, does your Gopher snake eat well for you?

P.S. I might as well ask you now just in case: are you going to remain on this forum?

all pituophis tend to be rather "nervous" as a whole the more you hold him the better and if he starts hissing hes just doing what pits do. And i would say dont hold him within 48 hours of feeding.