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First off, thanks Loren! This is such a great place to learn.

Originally Posted by Loren

I have never had aggresiveness problems with mine. Make sure it knows its you, and not food, coming into the cage(dont surprise her),

I have yet to feed her. I plan to do this in a large plastic container away from her enclosure. I also heard of people putting a piece of clothing in the cage? Not sure I need to go this far seeing im sleeping 6 feet away from her.

Originally Posted by Loren

and I would leave her alone mostly for a few weeks till she can get settled in. Then handle for just a few minutes at a time here and there until she gets use to you.

This sounds like a great idea. It will be hard not to hold her but will be best for her im sure

Originally Posted by Loren

I would also watch closely for mites(little black dots that move) and ticks, since you just got her. They can be hard to see- you have to look closely,especially around the eyes, but its not real uncommon for a newly aquired python to have them. They can make the snake uncomfortable and more aggresive too.

I will keep a close eye out for this. Ticks have to be one of the worst creatures on earth!!!!! Allthough I am a bit confused how she would get ticks short of me or the kids bringing them into the house..


Thanks again more questions to come im sure