Ball Python Cannot hold down rodent

[guambomb832]

Do you want me to take a picture of the snake hook?How about I post a link on how it looks like:

http://www.livefoods.co.uk/images/deluxe_snake_hook.jpg

There is the link, it looks EXACTLY like that.

[guambomb832]

I am not going to here the end of this so report me or whatever to get me in trouble, you are all wasting my time getting mad at ME when I am asking for help from YOU GUYS. Obviously something done 4 months ago still affects me now. So guys the statute of limitations for being scared your snake is going to bite you and holding a pool cue to its face is forever? I will just figure what is wrong with him myself and if it dies and when I post it, you will get mad at ME for not listening to your advice, oh wait you had no advice you were too busy getting mad at ME for something that happened when I first got him, which was 4 months ago. My video has been posted on this thread hundreds of times reminding me of something I try not to remember. God, I hope you guys find some compassion for what I did, I bet when you first had an aggressive snake you might have done something similar to what I did. If I did not care for my snake, first of all I would have never got one, secondly I would not have come to this website for help, and lastly I would have tried to give him to someone else, but no I care so much for this snake because he is my first snake and I care so much for him I come here practically BEGGING for help because he won't eat and all I get is a bunch of BS. This just shows all the people who would rather get mad at the owner and condemn them to shame instead of helping the owner, telling him what to do, and hoping for the best. Everyone is the same.

[Spaniard]

You can choose to focus on all the negatives you got but for each negative post you have one from a moderator or member defending you and/or giving you advice. I suggest you follow that advice and move forward with the care and enjoyment of your ball python.

[snakecharmer3638]

I am not going to here the end of this so report me or whatever to get me in trouble, you are all wasting my time getting mad at ME when I am asking for help from YOU GUYS. Obviously something done 4 months ago still affects me now. So guys the statute of limitations for being scared your snake is going to bite you and holding a pool cue to its face is forever? I will just figure what is wrong with him myself and if it dies and when I post it, you will get mad at ME for not listening to your advice, oh wait you had no advice you were too busy getting mad at ME for something that happened when I first got him, which was 4 months ago. My video has been posted on this thread hundreds of times reminding me of something I try not to remember. God, I hope you guys find some compassion for what I did, I bet when you first had an aggressive snake you might have done something similar to what I did. If I did not care for my snake, first of all I would have never got one, secondly I would not have come to this website for help, and lastly I would have tried to give him to someone else, but no I care so much for this snake because he is my first snake and I care so much for him I come here practically BEGGING for help because he won't eat and all I get is a bunch of BS. This just shows all the people who would rather get mad at the owner and condemn them to shame instead of helping the owner, telling him what to do, and hoping for the best. Everyone is the same.

I think you need to take a step back and cool down a little. I agree it is upsetting to come looking for help and have people do nothing but rag on you for a small thing. I watched the video and i don't think you were trying to hurt your snake, in fact i would not even say you were poking it. It looked more like you were afraid of getting bit. Which is not a crime.

All that being said if you read past all the people that have nothing better to do then come on here and attack others. There was a lot of good advise given to you. So try to apply that and Good Luck.

[pavlovk1025]

I concur. The video shows an inexperienced snake keeper afraid of getting bit, and making the best out of what he had available to use as a "snake hook." The past is past, now is what counts. Dude, there's lots of posts in response to your question with very good advice. Take it, and let us know how it goes. And welcome to the community all the same.

[Mitch21]

i concur. The video shows an inexperienced snake keeper afraid of getting bit, and making the best out of what he had available to use as a "snake hook." the past is past, now is what counts. Dude, there's lots of posts in response to your question with very good advice. Take it, and let us know how it goes. And welcome to the community all the same.

+1!

[b8g8]

Try frozen thawed, and leave it alone in a dark container with the thawed mouse for a while, so it's not disturbed?

[Montie Python]

also dont forget BP are very protective of their face...when the time comes to handling them, approach from behind...if you have a fear of getting tagged, I personally recommend, to just get tagged...You'll see its not that bad...

I am a strong believer of animals sensing our energy, your snake is definitely sensing your fear...hence it reacting the way it does...give him the respect he wants (e.g. eating in privacy) and you'll have a happy snake...

And bro BP Net is kinda family orientated to me ...You're gonna have people picking on you, and teasing, its part of the package... A good thing is you also have people taking care of you making sure you get the respect you deserve ...You know in every family you have the :cens0r: holes, but you know as well you have others that take care of you...I'm pretty sure, all your questions were answered...Lets be happy for that!

and BTW

[Beardedragon]

Not to get off topic or anything but id relook at your beardie setup as well. Sand is a big no no imho and A 40 gallon is small for a beardie that size.

Pretty snake though, he looks axanthicy on my screan.

[akaangela]

You have been given a lot of good advice. I don't think anyone really enjoys getting tagged, but it is not nearly as bad as being bitten by a rat or mouse (those things HURT!). What I do when having to handle a snake that likes to tag me (my roommates taiwan's) I make a fist and have the back of my hand going to the snake first. Now I have big hands and when I do get tagged there is nothing much for them to hang on to. I find most of my snakes settle down once you have them out of the cage. For now though just leave your little one alone. I would throw a cover over it and/or do like the others have said and put something around the tank so he doesn't feel so stressed. Good luck and keep us posted on how it is going.