Ok, so I've had my new girl for only 2 days now, and I had to take her out once to change the heat set-up (She's got her heat tape and thermostat and everything's going good now ^_^) But when I picked up her hide she coiled up into a striking position and froze. She'll let me touch her, and I can pick her up, but I dont want to get bitten (even if it wont hurt) and I dont want to stress her out. I plan on leaving her alone from now until feeding day, but other than that, how can I make her feel more secure?

I read that you should just not handle your BP and through regular cleanings and feedings they'll get used to you. But the way I see it, they'd only get used to your presence. I want her used to handling. What's the least stressful way to go about this?

She's only about a month old, give or take. She hasn't tried to strike at me yet, even when I handled her, but you can feel her tense up and I know she's on edge. Obviously I'm not expecting an over-night attitude adjustment, i just want advice.

Thanks.