my children's python feeding response

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Like BCR229's post above, I would also suggest washing your hands well, then "scenting them" with something distasteful but harmless, like vinegar or lemon, or even rub in some isopropyl alcohol (so your hand is damp, not wet). IF you use a hook to train him, put a rubber stopper or cork on the end of it with the "scent of the day" because these little guys could hurt their mouth if they bite the hook, & from what you've said, yours probably will.

If you just go about wearing gloves, as Homebody mentioned, you lose a lot of sensitivity in handling & that's important too. Then when you finally take off the gloves, your hands are still that warm & wiggling "possibility" to such a determined little snake. Hang in there, at least he's small, & most snakes do learn that we're not edible. "Most"- Remember it's not just the scent with this kind of snake, but your hand's nice big heat signature. And snakes are optimists when it comes to size-

I've never had this problem with my similar/slightly larger Aussie Spotted python, by the way. She's a strong feeder too but she doesn't seem to think I'm edible- go figure? Maybe I taste bad?

Oh, about getting a wrapped & biting snake off your hand- try not to wiggle your hand, as most constrictors hold tighter thinking the prey might get away- easier said than done, eh? But seriously, try a quick plunge into a deep bowl of cold water- your snake will hopefully let go. (Put the bowl IN the enclosure first if it's not already there, otherwise you may have a loose snake & another "rodeo" as he streaks away, lol.)

DO NOT pull your snake off forcefully or you'll be hurting his mouth (you could even break his neck very easily) & you'll be breaking his teeth, some of which may remain embedded in your hand as both a potential medical issue (snake teeth make hard-to-see slivers, hard to remove) & "keepsake" for you.