Re: Taming Adult Igs

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Posted by Thom, Gizmo Spike on September 14, 1998 at 13:59:43:

In Reply to: Re: Taming Adult Igs posted by Kati on August 25, 1998 at 11:06:56:

: : I have posted this question before, but my problem is becoming more serious. I have 7 plus years experience w/herps. This doesn't include aggressive adult igs, however, I have had igs before (mine were hand raised to adulthood and tame). In an effort to prevent the euthanasia of igs in my town, I have opened my 5 acres to a herp rescue. At this time, I have taken in 2 igs. Both are female; 1 being 4, the other is 1 1/2 years old. The older female is fairly large and very aggressive. I have been working w/her for short periods of time daily since I got her (about 4 months ago). She is not showing any signs of calming down. Does anyone have any ideas on how I can tame her to make her available for adoption or at least be able to put my hand in the cage w/out using heavy duty leather gloves?
: : Thanks.

Sure it's a handful! And Kudos to you for taking in those in need of a home. One thing about gloves, is they make your hands even scarier to the IG quite often. The infamous trade off, feeling safe, versus potential progress with the IG. Wish you lots of luck, and patience. Also, have you tried carefully feeding by hand? Can create a positive association with your hands and the IG.

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: : : I have posted this question before, but my problem is becoming more serious. I have 7 plus years experience w/herps. This doesn't include aggressive adult igs, however, I have had igs before (mine were hand raised to adulthood and tame). In an effort to prevent the euthanasia of igs in my town, I have opened my 5 acres to a herp rescue. At this time, I have taken in 2 igs. Both are female; 1 being 4, the other is 1 1/2 years old. The older female is fairly large and very aggressive. I have been working w/her for short periods of time daily since I got her (about 4 months ago). She is not showing any signs of calming down. Does anyone have any ideas on how I can tame her to make her available for adoption or at least be able to put my hand in the cage w/out using heavy duty leather gloves? : : : Thanks. : Sure it's a handful! And Kudos to you for taking in those in need of a home. One thing about gloves, is they make your hands even scarier to the IG quite often. The infamous trade off, feeling safe, versus potential progress with the IG. Wish you lots of luck, and patience. Also, have you tried carefully feeding by hand? Can create a positive association with your hands and the IG.

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