Quote Originally Posted by BHReptiles View Post
Babies are defensive not aggressive. He's in a new place with a new home and a new owner. Give him some time to settle in (no handling until he's eaten 3 consecutive times for you) and then begin short handling sessions spread out and slowly get longer and closer together. He should grow out of that behavior. Just imagine if someone took you, dropped you in an unknown place with an unfamiliar house and then someone was trying to manhandle you. I'd bet you'd be defensive, yes? I know I would. Just be patient with him and he'll come around.

ok I will definitely take that advice which brings to me to another question....he has been on live since he was born but I don't want to have to keep live stock how can I get him to eat frozen thawed?

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Quote Originally Posted by Daybreaker View Post
lol My SSTP gave me a couple rodeos when she was younger.

Let him settle in and slowly start working with him; he should calm down in time. You might get results right away or it may take awhile. Some sometimes don't calm down but I bet your guy will when settled in.
thanks for the encouragement I appreciate it.