Hey all,
I have had my dwarf tiger retic a few months now, and he still isn't calming down. I handle him regularly, and have him on a regular feeding regimen. I have paper covering the sides of the tank, multiple hides etc. All husbandry specs are on par. Every time I come into the room he strikes constantly against the glass. I tried hook training for over a month, but he would just lash out at the hook, then poop/pee all over and try to escape. I was worried about him striking the metal hook, so now I am just slowly reaching in and pulling him out, but he bites me at least 6-7 times before I can safely get him out of the tank. Once out he still strikes and tries to flee. Im kind of at wits end here. What to do?