Welcome to Pubelo West snake
removal!
We are a non-profit reptile rescue serving the Pueblo West area of
Colorado. We capture wayward snakes,
and release them on a piece of far away land that is complete with amenities for the snake to lead a full and happy life!
and release them on a piece of far away land that is complete with amenities for the snake to lead a full and happy life!
We do NOT harm any animals.
Tip:
Stay away from the "snake away"
product or anything promising "to discourage snake activity" (Yes, even
moth balls)! Thet are a waste of money, and do not work. If the snake
has heat,
food, and water at your house, they ARE
probably happy, and may need relocation! That's where we come in.
BREAKING NEWS! 3/5/2026
TEXT: (505) 320-1322
Image: "Joile" resident Green Tree Python:
BREAKING NEWS! 3/5/2026
After a very active year serving
Pueblo West, and a horrid personal experience with 2/4 dogs suffering
severe Rattlesnake bites, we have decided to make this (much needed
and affordable)
service available for everyone!
In the Spring of 2026 it is time to help all the dogs in Pueblo West and Hopefully beyond soon!
service available for everyone!
In the Spring of 2026 it is time to help all the dogs in Pueblo West and Hopefully beyond soon!
TEXT: (505) 320-1322
Image: "Joile" resident Green Tree Python:
Seth has 40+ years of dealing with
any and all reptiles,
has studied Herpetology for over four decades, and has experience with
a
large variety of different snakes. From a small Garter to a large (and
cranky)
Gaboon Viper, he HAS vast
"hands on" experience.
(Seth previously owned and operated the "New Mexico Reptile Rescue").
(Seth previously owned and operated the "New Mexico Reptile Rescue").
What does this
service cost? A small relocation dontaion of $30.00
Donations ALL go toward travel/gas, snake housing, snake food, and snake rehabilitation (meds, semi-sterile environment space, etc.) 100% donations go towards the animals.
We also are always interested in any enclosures or reptile water bowl, hides, etc.
YOU MUST take the time to watch the animal (from a safe distance) I will (usually) try to text with ETA within a few moments!
YOU MUST maintain VISUAL CONTACT with the Snake!
Email: Help@PuebloWestSnakeRemoval.com
I do this soley for the animals, not to make a buck.
Youtube video provided by :
Image: resident "NYX (12+ year old bull snake) being the "pocket snake" she's famous for!
Donations ALL go toward travel/gas, snake housing, snake food, and snake rehabilitation (meds, semi-sterile environment space, etc.) 100% donations go towards the animals.
We also are always interested in any enclosures or reptile water bowl, hides, etc.
YOU MUST take the time to watch the animal (from a safe distance) I will (usually) try to text with ETA within a few moments!
YOU MUST maintain VISUAL CONTACT with the Snake!
Email: Help@PuebloWestSnakeRemoval.com
I do this soley for the animals, not to make a buck.
Youtube video provided by :
Image: resident "NYX (12+ year old bull snake) being the "pocket snake" she's famous for!
So did you see a snake
you want/need removed? Simply follow this guide:
1.
Do not approach the animal, but PLEASE observe and HAVE EYES on the
animal while when you TEXT. Please Send a picture along with your
text! If you take
your eyes off of the
animal
the capture rate decreases SEVERELY, and we probably will NOT be able
to
locate the snake. This will save us BOTH a lot of time, frustration,
and disappointment.
You will need to maintain eye contact (from a safe distance) of the snake. Although snakes generally do:
Not travel far on a daily basis,
typically staying within a familiar home range where they find food, water, and shelter. They can move when seeking mates, hibernation sites, or for new territory, most snake species are not adapted for long-distance travel, and prefer to remain in established
areas where they are familiar with their surroundings. So you will probably see it again, this is when you should give me a call!
You will need to maintain eye contact (from a safe distance) of the snake. Although snakes generally do:
Not travel far on a daily basis,
typically staying within a familiar home range where they find food, water, and shelter. They can move when seeking mates, hibernation sites, or for new territory, most snake species are not adapted for long-distance travel, and prefer to remain in established
areas where they are familiar with their surroundings. So you will probably see it again, this is when you should give me a call!
2. Secure your pets. If
a pet happens to be bitten the first thing you should do is REMOVE the
collar, and then prepare for an emergency vet visit. (Doesn't hurt call
when your on the way, and confirm they have antivenom available.)
3. Shoot me a text with
your exact address, I will confirm and let you know when I am on the
way. (505) 320-1322 (Yes its a New Mexico area code, but I have been
here for years).
4. Relax and keep
watching the snake! I am on
the way!
Here are some photos of commonly encountered snakes
here in Pueblo West:
The Bull Snake "Pituophis catenifer sayi":
The Bull Snake "Pituophis catenifer sayi":
Uaually friendly and
very shy. The may mimic a rattlesnake coiling up in a strike position
and can even try to bluff you with tail rattling! If you gwet close
enough you will hear them and huff and puff directly at you. They are
great rodent control and generally good to have around as long as your
comfortable with them. If you not or if it's being disruptive text me.
Often called "Red Racers":
This beautiful pink girl is also known as the
Coachwhip (Masticophis flagellum testaceus). She was captured in a
chicken coop in the morning. They are also excellent animal
allies, but CAN interrupt your chickens egg laying cycles. If you have
one being an “egg aying intimidator”, please give me a call or text
.
.
Next up we have one of THE cutest snakes alive! This is the Western Hog Nose snake (Heterodon nasicus). They are a rear fanged technically mildy venomous snake.
The species is not dangerous to humans, as no deaths or
systemic effects from the extremely rare bite from this rear-fanged snake have been recorded.
Although bites may (uncommonly) be medically significant, the species is not regarded as venomous. In the capture and incapacitation of prey the modified saliva is released from Duvernoy's Glands
and travels down a groove in the snake's fang. These are (usually) very docile and well mannered. Often confused for Rattlesnakes, they have been rare for me to even come across.
The most infamous of all the Snakes
in our area Crotalus viridis or the "Prarie Rattlesnake":
Generally, prairie
rattlesnakes are usually lightly colored in hues of brown. Patches of
dark brown are often distributed in a dorsal pattern. A color band may
be seen at the back of the eye.
The prairie rattlesnake group carries the distinctive triangle-shaped head and pit sensory organs on either side of the head. A key characteristic that can help differentiate a prairie rattlesnake from other rattlesnakes is the presence of two internasals contacting the rostral. If you have one, please SECURE your pets and text.
Image: "Jolie" a beautidful Green Tree Python that resides here that I am happy (and honored) to share space wirh.
What if it's too late, and there is an active bite? Print this and head to the hospital while tring to keep the affected area elevated:
What if my pet has been bitten?
The prairie rattlesnake group carries the distinctive triangle-shaped head and pit sensory organs on either side of the head. A key characteristic that can help differentiate a prairie rattlesnake from other rattlesnakes is the presence of two internasals contacting the rostral. If you have one, please SECURE your pets and text.
Image: "Jolie" a beautidful Green Tree Python that resides here that I am happy (and honored) to share space wirh.
What if it's too late, and there is an active bite? Print this and head to the hospital while tring to keep the affected area elevated:
What if my pet has been bitten?
Hopefully this "mini guide" can
provide a basic reference for anyone and everyone!
Note: I am usually available even if we are all building model kits, or eating pizza!
Note: I am usually available even if we are all building model kits, or eating pizza!
Give me a text or call (505)
320-1322 and follow the instructions!
Finally, here is a quick image containing all of my infornation that you can copy and have in your phone and/or post in online places (Facebook, X, Etc.) that may benfit anyone who is seeking the information!
Finally, here is a quick image containing all of my infornation that you can copy and have in your phone and/or post in online places (Facebook, X, Etc.) that may benfit anyone who is seeking the information!
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