How do you become a venomous snake handler?

Students must successfully pass a written and practical test to achieve certification. Completion of the course does not substitute a venomous permit or other permit that may be required to keep venomous or handle reptiles within your state of residency.

Where can I learn to handle snakes?

Save The Snakes training courses are taught on-site at our facility in Sacramento, California. However, our team also has the ability to travel to your area. Please contact us at [email protected] or by calling 916-520-4382 for more information on how to register for a training course.

How do you handle snakes?

To avoid making your snake feel stressed, you should gently scoop them out of their enclosure, placing one hand near their head and the other under their tail to try and support their whole body as much as possible. When you hold them, you should always be supporting their weight rather than clutching onto them.

How do you restraint a snake?

It is important to gently hold the snake directly behind the head with one hand (so it cannot turn around and bite!) and support the body with the other hand. If the snake is large, more than one person may be needed to restrain it. A good rule of thumb is one person per 3 ft of snake.

Can you own venomous snakes in California?

Under state law, all pit vipers, except for the six California native rattlesnakes listed in CCR, Title 14, Section 671(c)(7)(E), are restricted species that may not be possessed without a permit. No license is required to take or kill a rattlesnake in California, but the daily bag and possession limit is two.

How do you handle a snake bite?

Treatment for snakebites

1. Wash the bite with soap and water.
2. Keep the bitten area still and lower than the heart.
3. Cover the area with a clean, cool compress or a moist dressing to ease swelling and discomfort.
4. Monitor breathing and heart rate.
5. Remove all rings, watches, and constrictive clothing, in case of swelling.

What is the best tool for handling venomous snakes?

Watch any snake program on TV and you’ll quickly discover that the universal tool for handling venomous snakes is the snake hook. This is a pole of various lengths with a 90° angle hook. The end is rounded to prevent injury to the animal and the top should have a rubber or wooden handle for optimum control.

What do you need to own a venomous snake?

Things You’ll Need To Own A Venomous Snake. 1 DocSeward Snake Hook. The Copperhead Series brings snake owners a rugged 33″ hook. Crafted in the USA, the hook is made from copper and stainless 2 Anrain 47″ Extra Heavy Duty Snake Tongs. 3 Exo Terra Allglass Terrarium. 4 Sequoia Reptile Heating Pad. 5 Bulb Light/Lamp by Evergreen Pet Supplies.

What to do if you find a poisonous snake?

Circle around the snake cautiously until its head is facing away from you. Step towards it softly, being careful not to stomp your feet or make too much noise. Never attempt to pick up a venomous snake head on or from the side. Many snakes have very acute vision, and can strike rapidly and without warning.

What happens if you pick up a venomous snake?

Try not to squeeze the snake too hard, or you could accidentally strangle it or break its neck. Never pick up a venomous snake with the intent of killing or maiming it. Not only does this harm the animal unnecessarily, it also puts you at serious risk of being bitten. Control the snake’s body with your free hand.