When a Good Snake Becomes “SCARY”- Let’s Fix This Snake!

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  • I found one of my pet Retics has become nervous and untrustworthy. This is due to various employee interactions where the employees lacked handling confidence. Essentially, people were scared of her and she has become scared of them. Let’s dial this back and show how to regain the snake’s Trust!
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  • @icemanespoo2977
    @icemanespoo2977 Месяц назад +78

    ”Don’t take your eyes off the snake” followed by taking his eyes off the snake twice in the next minute. Hearing advice and following advice are two different things.

    • @user-jo4wq3uk1k
      @user-jo4wq3uk1k 26 дней назад

      He knows what he’s doing. He’s being do this for multiple years.

    • @JK-vy8vh
      @JK-vy8vh 26 дней назад

      Bro I’m sorry I was exhausted thought u were talking about for some reason Kevin lol.

    • @Baiswith
      @Baiswith 19 дней назад

      Also easier when you don't have a peanut gallery distracting you lol

    • @sambojambo9448
      @sambojambo9448 9 дней назад

      I TOTALLY AGREE, THIS GUY NEEDS TO LEARN TO LISTEN AND DO BEFORE HE MOVES ON TO STEP TWO!!!

  • @RedSmirk54
    @RedSmirk54 Месяц назад +46

    Wonderful to watch Kevin handle this big girl. She was clearly not a bad snake, just didn't like being poked and did not want to go in that box! It's like you have to make them think it was their idea in the first place.

  • @marianneconverse4824
    @marianneconverse4824 Месяц назад +22

    Kevin's energy is so calm when handling. Seems to make all the difference in the world.

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +5

      It helps a bunch.

    • @susanmartin3762
      @susanmartin3762 Месяц назад +2

      When they hear him, they open their own door, closes it, climbs into her box, lights a cigarette and turns on a movie waiting for Dad!😅😊

  • @reelburke
    @reelburke Месяц назад +18

    My favorite thing here was watching Medusa and the other snakes when they hear Kevin's voice. They're immediately at the glass and looking for him. I'm not sure if it's just mouse day, but that looks more like they know who he is and want to interact. 💚

  • @sugarmuffin319
    @sugarmuffin319 Месяц назад +18

    That was MAGICAL. 😅😅😅😅
    Whoever greenlighted this to be posted, THANK YOU😍😆
    I giggled non stop when she made a break for it
    I really like that Kevin takes the time to verbalize what the snake is thinking based on her body language and his response. I found it really helpful. Threads of trust, baby!🐍

  • @derekstockton8943
    @derekstockton8943 Месяц назад +29

    The first person had zero confidence and wanted to try to control from the lower half, so she flee'd. Nice contrast stark difference when Kevin came in and it was a completely different experience. It's sad that cage cleaners not knowing what they are doing have gave her some bad experiences to cause her to be that way - it's also a good chance she does some major damage to them some day. I really liked this video as it showed real world handling of a large constrictor that isn't the easiest to navigate.

  • @liss1356
    @liss1356 Месяц назад +19

    I've never met an animal more in tune/responsive to a person's energy and vibes than reptiles.
    I've seen it with my animals and I've watched it in others.
    Watching that cage cleaner gave me anxiety so I can't imagine how the snake felt.
    Love the video Kevin.
    Keep doing what you do best 🙂

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +3

      Kind.

    • @Thunderyena
      @Thunderyena Месяц назад +4

      as an equestrian i will say, horses are the same. when kevin mentioned acting like he's not going to get bit, that's the kind of confidence you need while working with horses. they are incredibly sensitive animals-- physically & emotionally. if you are nervous, the horse will get nervous. if you're confident, it helps your horse be confident. it's like magic.

    • @bettinalykke5151
      @bettinalykke5151 Месяц назад

      Birds are very sensitive too. Every time I watch a birdtrick video I'm thinking this is some next level shit

    • @Thunderyena
      @Thunderyena Месяц назад

      @@bettinalykke5151 birds are avian reptiles! but they are different from other reptiles in a lot of ways.

  • @morningstar2384
    @morningstar2384 Месяц назад +21

    K I have been a reptile keeper all my life. I now take in unwanted or sick reptiles. I have to say that I was doing things not the best back in the day. Your threads of trust has change how I look at reptiles and how they look at me. Thanks K, lots of love from Canada!

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks for sharing! Love to hear this!

    • @pumpkinchow
      @pumpkinchow Месяц назад +2

      I always take in rescues and surrenders it’s truly sad how many unwanted discarded pets there are out there 🤦‍♂️ most people don’t do the proper research before getting a pet and right away feel in over there heads or wasn’t as easy to keep like every one showed. I’ll stop there because I can go on and one with that subject. So anyway I definitely agree with you Kevin’s tips have changed everything for me. I have quite a few monitors and now with using his threads of trust I have a good relationship and trust with all of my monitors. They all have their own personalities and behaviors so I’ve learned to work around them or to my advantage. Nothing like having a bond with your monitor basically having a pet dragon the coolest animals in the world in my opinion. Wish you all the best with everything your doing and don’t ever give up. What you do makes a huge difference wether it feels like it or not sometimes your helping a lot so keep up the great work. It definitely gets hard and discouraging running a rescue. Truly wish you the best and hope you and all your critters have a great day 🙋‍♂️✌️

    • @christine_blake_404
      @christine_blake_404 18 дней назад +1

      Fellow Canadian 🇨🇦BC

  • @sugarmuffin319
    @sugarmuffin319 Месяц назад +6

    "heellow." - Kevin proceeds to convince snake that she's there bestest girl and to put herself in the box😂❤

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +1

      Haaa haaaaaa. It’s was a bit of a fuss but we got there.

  • @carlhoppe
    @carlhoppe Месяц назад +6

    Kevin, I watch all your videos. We met in South Africa with Dingo and we had an awesome chat. You’re the reason I got the courage to get into Retics. I follow your advice to the letter. Carry on doing what you’re doing bro! The reptile industry is better off with you in it! We need more guys like you! Cheers bro!

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +1

      This is wonderful!!!! Thank you very much for your kind words!!!

  • @AquaMarin-ww3qx
    @AquaMarin-ww3qx Месяц назад +5

    2:34 - This is how I imagined the snake escape sceene from the first Harry Potter book.

  • @paranoiarpincess
    @paranoiarpincess Месяц назад +9

    You fully schooled them. Reptile whisperer at it again. ❤

  • @Valyndris
    @Valyndris Месяц назад +13

    Everyone's gotta be a rookie at some point, unfortunately at the cost of the animal's trust when something goes wrong. It's so much easier to undo trust than build it. It's the same with birds, and they can take years to gain someone's trust. This video does show what could happen to a newbie though, so it's cool to see the difference when you change your approach, and also what you could expect if you're looking into getting your first big snake.

  • @katharinejungkind356
    @katharinejungkind356 Месяц назад +3

    Calm assured movements are critical with most animals, not just snakes. I have not handled a lot of snakes but that calm confidence is critical with horses and works on dogs as well. Very nice handling.

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад

      Yessssss. Horses! I grew up around a fair numbers of horses and that bad neurotic energy is no good. Dogs….. yep.

  • @ziggy4465
    @ziggy4465 27 дней назад +1

    Kevin always takes time to get an animal comfortable again. We need more keepers and breeders like Kevin.

  • @user-wz8kj6ly9u
    @user-wz8kj6ly9u Месяц назад +7

    I love how your experience makes it look so easy!!! I've used your threads of trust for years with my own reptile (snake for my son after using your videos as research!) Over the last few years I have learned so much and I continue to learn daily!! Never give up so many of us count on your knowledge and experience

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +2

      Love to
      Hear this!!! Thank you!

    • @user-wz8kj6ly9u
      @user-wz8kj6ly9u Месяц назад

      Absolute fact so please remember that when u are down about videos most of your real subscribers know that all the important stuff goes on behind scenes!!!! Reggie is now an integral part of our family....even meeting him has changed people we knows mind about snakes

  • @michelleshaw1010
    @michelleshaw1010 Месяц назад +3

    It's so relaxing to watch Kevin expertly handle these animals! I've been trying to use some of his advice when working with my crested gecko, sometimes when I look at him in the cage, I could swear he looks back at me watching me. Sometimes he's easy to get out of his enclosure and spend some time with but sometimes he will run all around the place to avoid me, when he does that, I generally leave him alone. I'm on the fence if that is what I should be doing.

  • @bkm2797
    @bkm2797 Месяц назад +5

    Thinking Peter was prodding at the retic way too much, I know if it was me I wouldn't like that at all. Have to say it's pretty intimidating, she's a really big retic. Kevin was relaxed barely used the hook and moved up about a couple of feet supporting her upper body once out. I remember how he lets them go up towards the air while letting her move through his hands. Have to say Kevin, it's hard to think your not going to get bit,lol, but in all seriousness I hope Peter finds a way. Thanks guys, great mini class.👍❤️

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад

      Yesssss. Just pretending I won’t get but dnd then I don’t.

  • @karyannfontaine8757
    @karyannfontaine8757 Месяц назад +4

    Thank you Kevin, for another example of how to earn a snake's trust and give the snake confidence.

  • @Varenyam86
    @Varenyam86 Месяц назад +2

    I'm a relatively 'new' snake keeper but the "fake it until you make it"- confidence thing is so real. I've had to learn how to do with with something as small and harmless as a ball python 😅😂 1 of my 4 was a spicy gal haha. Really hard to suppress the inner ADHD 😅 but it can be done. Great reminder:)

  • @dwendel8512
    @dwendel8512 Месяц назад +5

    Been loving the content lately its contagious the amount of love for reptiles you show

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +1

      Thank uuuuu. All animals.

    • @dwendel8512
      @dwendel8512 Месяц назад

      @@NewEnglandReptile of course nature is awesome thank you

  • @dixiedoe3528
    @dixiedoe3528 Месяц назад +3

    Kevin...you truly have a spiritual connection with reptiles. They feel your aura even if sometimes it's a hyper strobe light ... and I say that with admiration. 😊

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +1

      Haaa gaaaa. Yes a bit hyper but I try to slow my roll.

  • @spiercephotography
    @spiercephotography День назад

    the giggling from behind the camera while they worked to catch her, so funny! Granted I wouldn't do any better with a snake that big either 😂

  • @carlhoppe
    @carlhoppe Месяц назад +2

    This is why in my books, Kevin is the best in the world. The man is a legend!

  • @karyannfontaine8757
    @karyannfontaine8757 Месяц назад +2

    Always watch the snake, never drag them backwards, control the first third of the body, the rest will follow, move smoothly without fear and no hesitation which will frighten the snake. Flow with the snake, the comment below this one of making the box seem like the snake's idea was brilliant and just what Kevin did.

  • @arazlam4754
    @arazlam4754 Месяц назад +1

    Love it! No harshing on Peter's inexperience or nervousness just learning and advice to help everyone get better. As always Kevin you are the master!

  • @AwesomePossum1987
    @AwesomePossum1987 Месяц назад +1

    Kevin is the snake whisperer. I really want to work at a place like this. Super fun atmosphere and who's not excited to work with massive reptiles all day?

  • @paranoiarpincess
    @paranoiarpincess Месяц назад +4

    My grandsnek (kid's snake) is the gentlest, most patient in the world because of what you, Clint, and Ed and Emily have taught me. For the psychology though? That's all you.
    I don't know if O told you this story yet but when we took him to the vet a while back, she said he was the best behaved snake she had ever met. He basically let her do anything she wanted to and when she was palpating him, he pulled himself out of her hands just enough to look down to see what she was doing and her day and watched her perform her exam.
    Not only that, he was friends with my sadly now late kitty. We had to euthanize her yesterday because her kidney disease caught up with her and her liver even began to shut down. Anyway, I felt comfortable letting them smell and lay beside eachother for many reasons, but the biggest was because she would be turning 20 in August had she made it that long (that's a long time to get to know her personality VERY well) and I knew his personality so well and was able to socialize him SO well because of your advice. I knew when it was ok to let them explore and when I needed to come between them. I could tell if one was even tomorrow not in the mood to deal with the other.
    On top of that, I am pretty sure because of all my knowledge I was able to help my son and hubby be more comfortable with him too. He is quite good motivated and struck each of them, but because of your teaching, I was able to prepare them for the potential of being bitten in the first place, and tall them through why it happened and in after both, neither of them hesitated to get him out of his enclosure.
    I have always had a word relationships with both animals and kids. They tend to gravitate toward me, and so I've always had that flow thing you always talk about, but knowing the specifics relating to snakes in particular, is what I attribute all my success with my crazy white ramen noodle with two sapphires thrown on it lol.

    • @conanhighwoods4304
      @conanhighwoods4304 Месяц назад

      Clint the reptile review guy?

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад

      Sorry about your kitty. Good intel. Thank you.

    • @Lovell93
      @Lovell93 Месяц назад

      @@conanhighwoods4304 Yes, Clint's Reptiles. Ed and Emily are from Snake Discovery.

  • @KellyIzy
    @KellyIzy Месяц назад +1

    I only have a bredli but I learn so much from you Kevin. Thank you.

  • @pencildragon1961
    @pencildragon1961 Месяц назад +1

    Second comment.... winning over my Brazilian Rainbow Boa. I think she was pretty well socialize by her breeder, but she was really stressed when she was shipped to me. She tagged both me and my wife a few times as I was checking her for mites, straight out of the shipping enclosure. I gave her a few weeks to get used to the new enclosure (bioactive... I presume she was raised on paper) , then immediately started with hood training... 3 strokes of the hook means it's handling time, and to make certain she's awake. I learned a lot of my handling tricks from you, Kevin. Letting her be high, watching her head... watching those tongue flicks.
    Now she only strikes if she is in a stressful situation... and that would be her annual wellness check with her vet. I hold her instead of the vet tech, while the vet is doing her thing. It seems to keep her calm, because except for her arrival day she's never had a negative experience with me..

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +1

      They can get upset and be a bit high strung. Change of environment can def do that.

  • @pamknight472
    @pamknight472 Месяц назад +4

    Kevin you are the snake whisperer! Amazing!

  • @Phantomshift0
    @Phantomshift0 22 дня назад

    Your videos are always so on point with everything. Every time I see someone handling a snake with nervous energy and making a show of it for RUclips the snake is always freaking out and frightened. It’s such a bad representation. Every time I interact with mine it’s just like you, calm, fluid, nice interactions. The few times I got bit I knew it was coming based off their body language and common sense (had to proceed in those situations due to external circumstances)
    Anyways you’re definitely a huge positive force for the reptile community and I hope your popularity will reflect that!

  • @mithralgear417
    @mithralgear417 5 дней назад

    The python was juking the guys at the beginning. Too funny.

  • @lyrieth8833
    @lyrieth8833 Месяц назад +2

    She went into panic after the box and water went everywhere. Kevin is a reptile god!

  • @sphericreptiles
    @sphericreptiles Месяц назад +5

    The start of this video is hilarious😂😂😂!!! He was very hesitant and not confident. Kevin was very deliberate, conscious and steady = success. Running the hands is the best thing. Great video!!!

  • @nicholemartinez5986
    @nicholemartinez5986 Месяц назад +1

    Kevin is truly amazing, Kevin you make it look so easy.

  • @geoffoverfield37
    @geoffoverfield37 22 дня назад

    You're amazing Kevin!! I've watched almost all your content for the last ~4 years, and I can't even express how much you've helped me as a handler. Your lessons have helped me with my boas, my retic, and my cobra so much!! You f'n rock dude!! Unrelated - Love Mr Snarffles!! Thanks for the video of him the other day

  • @johninnh4880
    @johninnh4880 Месяц назад +1

    What *I* take out of this video is: "Let Kevin take care of it" LOL .. I get my snake fix by watching NERD videos. ;-)
    Excellent video. Calm handler = calm snake

  • @carnev
    @carnev Месяц назад +1

    You are the Master! Beautiful girl. Your smooth and mellow way of handling her made all the difference.

  • @jasonmee9716
    @jasonmee9716 Месяц назад

    Amazing. Not only does Kevin have an amazing connection with animals but hes able to articulate what hes actually doing and teach others how to do it. These videos are really helping me form a better relationship with my sassy VPI Albino Boa. Her name is Turtle. Because she’s snappy.

  • @Paula-sw2tt
    @Paula-sw2tt Месяц назад +1

    I am thinking you are a reptile whisperer. So amazing. I will never own a huge snake, but I find your ideas and methods also work on small snakes.

  • @danyalthompson6190
    @danyalthompson6190 Месяц назад

    I totally get using the door as a shield if you think the snake might take a shot at you, but definitely drop it if the guy is telling you to do so. I think driving the snake to the other open side was a valid tactic to get the head pointed away and the snake moving itself out of the enclosure but that also then gets the snake in a racing mode where if you don’t change its mindset once it’s out, you’re going to be chasing a defensive snake until you can get it back under control. Big snakes are very difficult to muscle around. One thing that might help is a side entrance door to that shift box, it’s a face level for the snake and goes right into a dark shelter, just point the snake’s head into it and the snake will move itself right in.

  • @trainattendant5810
    @trainattendant5810 15 дней назад

    Beautifully educational, high quality content. The concept of snake psychology & putting it into use is important. The peaceful & respectful interaction with these creatures is a joy to watch. Snakes used to be scary, but now when I see snakes in the wild or on RUclips my heart skips a beat. Hopefully in the future I'll have a snake or two & develop a relationship of trust & respect with it. Narrowed down my preference to Eastern Indigo, Dumerils Boa, or Russian Rat.

  • @incautusfuturi
    @incautusfuturi 29 дней назад

    I just want to say that your videos on building trust with snakes have really helped me. I have a graduate degree in herpetology and have had pet snakes for twenty years, but I was resigned to my Amazon Tree Boa being an untouchable display snake. Over the past few months, though, I've been doing work with her to build trust, and she's *so* much better. It's more rewarding for me, less stressful for her, and means I'm much less worried about getting her vet care or needing babysitting if I go on a trip. My more handleable babies have also benefited from my more skillful approach. Thank you.

  • @PTIPPY
    @PTIPPY Месяц назад +2

    Lets get another Snarffles Video!

  • @susanmartin3762
    @susanmartin3762 Месяц назад

    When they hear Kevin coming, they open their own door, closes it, climbs into her box, lights a cigarette and turns on a movie and waits for Dad!😅😊

  • @katlady567
    @katlady567 Месяц назад +1

    Confidence is truly everything in reassuring any animal (including the human species) that there is safety and control of environment. With time and much more experience, plus maybe a bite or two, Peter should gain confidence in handling.

  • @alithorstad6206
    @alithorstad6206 29 дней назад

    First, this is not a pathetic channel. Second, these are the types of videos that I love. While I love my critters that have come to me as babies, my heart is strong in rescue/rehomed/wildlife (conservation) animals. So most of my group have come to me with "unique" issues. And that issue could be a normal instinct response. Not only hearing about the concern, but to then see it in play and giving me the tools I need. So we can share space for a long time. Thanks again Kevin!

  • @pumpkinchow
    @pumpkinchow Месяц назад +3

    Good morning and hope the whole NERD family has a great day I wish you all the best 🙋‍♂️✌️keep up the great work 🙌

  • @seanbaros-qe1rp
    @seanbaros-qe1rp Месяц назад +1

    Thank you for that video Kevin!! Retics are beautiful. Stay safe and have a nice weekend!!🤘🤘

  • @Phoenix.Sparkles
    @Phoenix.Sparkles 28 дней назад

    Amazing contrast between new and experienced snake handler

  • @motofrost1304
    @motofrost1304 25 дней назад

    Kevin watching you and your team is probably the only reason I got into the large snakes can’t agree more I got a 15 foot female orange glow and I’ve been doing everything just like you said from day one and me and big girl just hang out now 😅👏👏 grateful advice

  • @StLMikie
    @StLMikie Месяц назад +1

    Thanks for the class Mr. Kevin!!

  • @RC_Berserker
    @RC_Berserker 26 дней назад

    I’ve always just instinctively handled my snakes the same way. I’ve never been bit and everyone that doesn’t know better tell me “it’s only a matter of time” 🙄 not if you can read your snakes and don’t be reckless with them! But one thing I’m having issues with is my boa. She’s a glass striker on feeding day. She smells the rats as soon as I walk in the door and is sprung up ready to go every time and as soon as I get close to her enclosure with or without a feeder, she strikes the glass. I’ve tried covering her enclosure but as soon as I move it, bam. Strikes. STRONG feeding response. So what I’ve been doing, I just walk in the room and immediately open her doors and she always comes out about 8-12” in spring stance. Get her feeder ready while she watches me from across the room, I walk to her slowly with it in a box holding it by the tail with tongs and pull it out so she sees it and move her back into the enclosure with it, she strikes and I wiggle it a bit and lay her in her enclosure and close it up. Then she will get into spring mode after she’s done while I’m feeding my other snakes and will stay in feeding mode sometimes for days. Not ready to strike pose the whole time but every time she sees movement, she comes out and spring mode staring out the doors. She will strike sometimes. I’ve tried covering her doors so she can’t see but as soon as I move it, she thinks it’s go time again. I’ve shut her down with a foam block. Just boop her nose and she backs up and last time I had to move her head away like you did to take her attention off me, went to pick her up and she turned at my hand quickly like she does for feeders. Instead of pulling away I scooped her up and she turned away… she’s getting big and i definitely don’t wanna take a feeding bite from her and the glass striking is definitely not ok. Any advice would be appreciated

  • @MelSparrow
    @MelSparrow Месяц назад +3

    Kevin, i try to keep talking in a calm voice. It seems to soothe the snakes, and keep any personal stress down

  • @sarahhubbard5659
    @sarahhubbard5659 7 дней назад

    I have watched all the behavioral stuff. I have many snakes as a breeder but had gotten 3 burm Boys as pets and I almost rehomed them at one point. Butttt I watched and learned and now with a hook to say hello, and hand contact to help them identify me and me to feel them, they go from hissing a bit in their enclosures to "hey mamma, wanna cuddle"
    All idiocy aside, it works, it builds your confidence it makes them feel safe.

  • @caughtafaygo
    @caughtafaygo Месяц назад +2

    Yea first guy needs to reevaluate his resume. Incredible job Kevin as usual. Awesome lesson. Seems a big part of this stuff is no hesitation you got to go in and be confident. Ty kev!

  • @notreallydavid
    @notreallydavid 7 дней назад

    'Fuck it, I'm going to catch the bus and go to the mall. Oh, and hisssss.'

  • @observinghumanity3034
    @observinghumanity3034 14 дней назад

    The 1st guy had me cringing and more worried about the snake injuring herself in the chaos. Kevin is 100% correct that your energy will dictate the outcome of an interaction. My baby and I have a tight bond. I literally give her water from a cup in one hand while holding her head gently with my other hand. My wife swears my snake thinks I am her father.

  • @erinevelyn4022
    @erinevelyn4022 Месяц назад +1

    Awesome video! Thank you!

  • @pencildragon1961
    @pencildragon1961 Месяц назад +1

    I'm typing this as Kevin first gets on screen. The biggest mistake the first handler (Peter?) did was grabbing her by the tail. That's an easy way to make her defensive. Most snakes identify being touched on the tail with predation.

  • @christine_blake_404
    @christine_blake_404 18 дней назад

    Very cool; very interesting! I love your gentle approach to her. ❤

  • @Filywardo
    @Filywardo Месяц назад +1

    kevin youve been on the youtube grind buddy keep it up!!!!!

  • @jaxxom87
    @jaxxom87 27 дней назад

    I really shouldn’t have laughed as much as I did at his struggle, but the mix of bravado and complete uncertainty was a definite train wreck moment.
    Definitely loved the rehash and discussion of how to rebuild. It’s so easy to write an animal (snake, dog, whatever) off when all they are is scared.

  • @Asd1234Killer
    @Asd1234Killer 21 день назад

    i love your work!

  • @Half-this
    @Half-this Месяц назад +1

    Lost trust in my favorite retic taking her around a hyper puppy got bitten and now my biggest problem is trusting myself as a keeper to be confident in handling her again thanks for this video

  • @Blackbird0216
    @Blackbird0216 28 дней назад

    When big retic gets scary..when they havnt ate in awhile and realize you're now on the menu or u trying to take her eggs

  • @dragonboy4578
    @dragonboy4578 Месяц назад +1

    Another great and inspiring video. I learn so much from watching you and it has helped me be a much better keeper

  • @ashleighhadley4807
    @ashleighhadley4807 Месяц назад +1

    That was great your an amazing person we need more people like u in this world 🌎 love your vids watching from Nova Scotia Canada

  • @richardcruz7265
    @richardcruz7265 Месяц назад

    You are on point. When it comes to reptiles

  • @deannacorey5650
    @deannacorey5650 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you Kevin!! You are awesome!! I love how you teach!!!!!! I have learned so much from you!!!

  • @johndeer3659
    @johndeer3659 8 дней назад

    Love your content. I've learned so much from your videos!! Greatly appreciate your knowledge sharing!!

  • @Stratboy999
    @Stratboy999 Месяц назад +1

    Thanks Kevin. Very interesting video.

  • @stevetrent4753
    @stevetrent4753 Месяц назад

    Master handling class

  • @jaytoppo1670
    @jaytoppo1670 Месяц назад +1

    This isn't a pathetic channel Kevin lol, this is an amazing channel where we see the best of the best show and do their best!! This channel is an absolute pleasure to watch, don't dis ya selves lol we'll have none of that here lol :D

    • @ClevelandKitten
      @ClevelandKitten Месяц назад

      So it's ok for a new person to be rough and mishandle an animal? If a person at a child care facility was like this, they would be in jail.

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад

      Kind, it is being hidden as I’m evidently still on probation.

  • @silverhawk8379
    @silverhawk8379 26 дней назад

    I work with marine mammals and while the way your methodology and the way you describe it is a little different, the behavioral concepts you are talking about here are almost identical to how we would work with our animals. Relationship with and animal is kinda hard to define but the best way I’ve heard it defined is that it is the result of the cumulative total interactive history an animal has had with someone/something. Behavioral psychology, specifically operant and classical conditioning, work with every species and it’s interesting to see how the concepts overlap between them all!

  • @samwhitehead7695
    @samwhitehead7695 Месяц назад +1

    You are always on point, Just like the snake you just handled, and you knew she/he was getting ready to strike, Well read., and great work, Thanks Kevin

  • @edierodegerdts506
    @edierodegerdts506 28 дней назад

    great difference Kevin. you are so interesting to watch interact with your animals they pick up your vibe and intent. and realize you respect them but also care for them and their safety and health. Peter will get there he is still a bit Green and young.

  • @loiskearney5522
    @loiskearney5522 Месяц назад +2

    I wouldn’t be caught near one of those snakes, but like you told him never take your eyes off that snake you don’t never know what he’s gonna do.

    • @pumpkinchow
      @pumpkinchow Месяц назад +1

      The thing with big snakes you never want to buy full grown one if you don’t have the experience. You buy a baby and your experience grows as the snake grows but I’d definitely recommend getting experience with smalller species before you get into the big ones.

  • @helenchurch3577
    @helenchurch3577 Месяц назад +1

    need a Snarffles Video!

  • @PhillyDaKid1976
    @PhillyDaKid1976 8 дней назад

    Kevin is the GOAT 🐐 🐍🦎

  • @faithmothergoddess7055
    @faithmothergoddess7055 Месяц назад +1

    Kevin you are one heck of a teacher especially when explaining your techniques to us and i couldn’t be more grateful to you xxxx thankyou for your time and patience my snakes are happier thanks to you xxxx i have a question …..
    what would you recommend for a home setup? Bioactive or normal? Glass tank or wood viv? I have royal pythons and a hoggy they are all happy and healthy im just interested in your thoughts? Xxxx

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +1

      Well, ball pythons do well in many scenarios. Bioactive is cool and there are some cool cages being offered by reptile basics. They are very slick. The new sliding glass door cages that are super lightweight and easy assembly. The hognose can easily go in glass tank and aspen bedding can work rather well. So many opinions. Thx k you.

  • @MeLoNHeAd00
    @MeLoNHeAd00 24 дня назад

    She liked the box after kevin just let her do her thing .

  • @IntrepidExotics
    @IntrepidExotics Месяц назад +2

    She's a good girl, just about any snake will get annoyed by excessive poking it with a stick and chasing it around by it's back half. Hope the new guy watched how Kev used the hook just for a second and just started handling straightaway...can't hook handle a 16' retic, gotta own the interaction and focus on the snakes comfort and ignore our own discomfort :-)

  • @matthewsingleton5480
    @matthewsingleton5480 Месяц назад +1

    I love watching your content

  • @Darhan62
    @Darhan62 19 дней назад

    The snake looked smaller when Kevin was handling it than when Peter was handling it.

  • @cryptid726
    @cryptid726 11 дней назад

    She just wanted to look around ❤

  • @mac11daddy6
    @mac11daddy6 25 дней назад

    This is more for Retics. If you’re scared they are scared if you’re confident they’ll be confident

  • @jabarriley3799
    @jabarriley3799 Месяц назад +1

    Another great video ...I have to do be more confident with my blood pythons....well some of them are just start acting crazy after about 5 mins out and handing ...they be cool np at all then out of nowhere trys to take a bite lol

  • @nicolewilleford749
    @nicolewilleford749 Месяц назад +2

    I have ADHD, but I know if I want to approach an animal, I need to do it on their terms, I have always been able to get them to come to me, including snakes, I don't know how this magic came about but it works for me

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад +2

      I have that too but I try to
      Put it on hold when I’m doing this.

    • @nicolewilleford749
      @nicolewilleford749 Месяц назад

      @@NewEnglandReptile yeah, fun stuff that, animals will be in defense mode if you come at them wrong, I know so many people that do that, and then they blame the animals for bad behavior.

  • @jennifer7582
    @jennifer7582 27 дней назад

    It's the same basic principle with your more common pets (cats and dogs). Calm confident energy, move with purpose but not too quickly, work with them not against them.
    I was nervous AF giving my cat subq fluids the first time (big needle phobe), but I faked it and I made it. Our animals are so responsive to OUR energy that learning to control yourself can fix about half of most problems.

  • @leesaneyman8304
    @leesaneyman8304 26 дней назад

    That's so amazing❤❤

  • @kevinfleming2913
    @kevinfleming2913 28 дней назад

    Beautiful snake, nice yellow head. Just seems like she is not used to being interacted with all too much. When you have the time to dedicate to individual animals and let them come out and interact with you on their terms they become much more relaxed and secure about the situation. Grabbing and pulling out an insecure snake is usually what sets an avalanche in motion, though if you are really good at the snake charming game like Kevin you can manage them regardless.

  • @neoconnor4395
    @neoconnor4395 Месяц назад +1

    Hey Kevin, Reptile.... or Scorpion?
    "FINISH HIM!"

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад

      Scorpion, “get over here!”

    • @neoconnor4395
      @neoconnor4395 Месяц назад

      @NewEnglandReptile Dude, are you playing the new MK, MK1? I was #1 demigod in the world online. If you got it hmu

  • @chamilion30
    @chamilion30 Месяц назад

    I resued a red tailed boa and haven't found the right new owner for her, my problem...I need a Kevin in my area!! 😂

  • @tianarhastings8372
    @tianarhastings8372 Месяц назад

    I honestly was sad watching the first guy 😅😅 he was trying to “control” the situation and didn’t really seem to be paying attention to any of her uncomfortable cues. They made her scared but Kevin came in worked beautifully with her had calm energy and didn’t “control” the situation he guided the situation

  • @monicastearns2693
    @monicastearns2693 Месяц назад

    Did he do that on purpose to show how to take them out the wrong way? Anyways, Kevin knows what he’s doing and I sure hope that guy practices if actually didn’t know what he was doing. I’m happy he took back the “I’m a professional” comment 😂😂😂😂 Retics are awesome and so is NERD! 🎉😂❤

  • @missb4600
    @missb4600 27 дней назад

    She's so excited to be out. She gets to stretch & "window shop". You guys want to put her into a dark box. She wants to look around at all the stimuli. Why not make a tall acrylic box on wheels for them to go into?

  • @ChiaraMainolfi
    @ChiaraMainolfi Месяц назад +1

    Never take your eyes off the snake. I know it’s hard to understand but it’s imperative. Read your snake and most of all respect but have no fear. Remember the worst is never as bad as you’re imagining so no fear.
    That said, good job with handling the first time. You’ll get there.

    • @NewEnglandReptile
      @NewEnglandReptile  Месяц назад

      Was def not his first time.

    • @ChiaraMainolfi
      @ChiaraMainolfi Месяц назад

      @@NewEnglandReptile oh! Then there is no reason to traumatize her that way. I have corrected more than one person for stressing my snakes, lizards and lizards. People need to care more

  • @MM-jf1me
    @MM-jf1me 19 дней назад

    I understand that a breeding facility can't provide a ton of space for each individual and that these snakes are very well cared for, but it still saddens me that this snake doesn't have the space to fully stretch out unless fighting to escape.