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    Re: Taming an Aggressive BP? (TL;DR)

    Quote Originally Posted by BonnieBallPython View Post
    I haven't tried hook training. A couple of friends have suggested it to me as well as using thick gloves that could protect me from a bite. I'm seriously considering getting a hook or finding something hook-like that wouldn't hurt her but could hold her weight.
    Thank you for suggesting it.
    You don't use the hook to pick the snake up. You use the hook to gently rub or 'tap' the snake before you use your hands to pick it up. You can also use a paper towel roll.

    Doing this consistently before you handle or do anything in the cage will switch off the feeding/defensive response and condition the snake to realise that you're not a threat or dinner.

    You shouldn't pick a snake up with just a hook as it can damage the spine.

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    Last edited by Valyrian; 08-26-2018 at 07:27 PM.
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