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07-19-2011, 07:51 PM
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What Are Some Tips I Can Get On Working With Cobras?
I need some tips on handling cobras. Besides not getting bit.
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07-19-2011, 08:37 PM
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Word of advice? "Don't"
You should only be handling venomous species under close supervision of experianced people, IMHO. There is no advice to be given online that is comparable to the in-person advice of a experianced handler.
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07-19-2011, 09:05 PM
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Im getting in person exp. Just wanting some advice from other seasoned handlers.
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07-19-2011, 09:19 PM
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Research which local hospital either has or can get flown in the antivenin the fastest.
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07-19-2011, 10:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Lucille
Research which local hospital either has or can get flown in the antivenin the fastest.
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I've already done that. The zoo is the closest place which is 8 miles away from the hospital.
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09-17-2011, 01:14 AM
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Originally Posted by customoverload
I've already done that. The zoo is the closest place which is 8 miles away from the hospital.
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Most zoos only supply antivenom to staff and will not supply, even in an emergency, to hospitals. I'd contact the zoo.
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07-19-2011, 10:20 PM
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Make sure the area is clean/uncluttered.
The room should be escape proof.
Have more than one hook on hand (sucks if you drop/toss it, and don't have another).
Eliminate distractions, as much as possible.
Keep a large empty garbage can (with lid) on hand, just in case you need to quickly secure an uncooperative snake.
Make sure you have, and are competent with, the appropriate tools.
FOCUS - stupid mistakes are just that...stupid. Don't get careless.
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07-19-2011, 11:00 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by hhmoore
Make sure the area is clean/uncluttered.
The room should be escape proof.
Have more than one hook on hand (sucks if you drop/toss it, and don't have another).
Eliminate distractions, as much as possible.
Keep a large empty garbage can (with lid) on hand, just in case you need to quickly secure an uncooperative snake.
Make sure you have, and are competent with, the appropriate tools.
FOCUS - stupid mistakes are just that...stupid. Don't get careless.
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I keep 3-4 hooks in arms reach so when it climbs the stick I can lay it down and pick another up. I also treat a one foot snake as though he can tag me from 1 foot away. I have to get my venomous lis befor i can get one too.
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07-20-2011, 12:58 PM
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Not directly related to cobras but i hear south american cribos behave damn near the same without the whole risk of being bitten by a hot snake.
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07-20-2011, 04:17 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ntyvirus
Not directly related to cobras but i hear south american cribos behave damn near the same without the whole risk of being bitten by a hot snake.
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Someone is this true? I was thinking of getting a false water cobra but if this would be better?
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