I live on a view lot in Stonebridge. I killed a baby rattlesnake just last week. It is important to note that baby rattlesnakes are much more dangerous than adults. Babies are born with fangs and venom, but do not yet have the ability to control the amount of venom they pump. This is not to say that I would not kill an adult rattle snake. I have two dogs and a very curious 3 year old son. I will relocate non-poisonous snakes, but I will kill any dangerous reptiles or insects that enter my yard.
I purchased in Stonebridge approximately one year ago and this was the first snake that I have seen in my yard. I attribute this to the snake fence we added. This fence also keeps the wild rabbits out that will destroy a nice lawn if given the chance.
My next door neighbor began landscaping their back yard a few weeks ago and I believe that the snake entered under the fence that seperates our two yards. They have not yet installed a snake fence and their un-lanscaped yard probably was a home to this snake’s family.
There is a powder that was recently approved to be sold in California that can be sprinkled around a property(it has been available in other states). I have not purchased it yet, but was told Home Depot carries it. Snakes are repelled by this powder. I will be spreading this around the perimeter of my yard after I am confident that there are no additional snakes in my yard that I might be trapping inside by applying the powder too soon.
I will say that we love Stonebridge and are very happy that we chose to move here, snakes and all. This site was a huge help in making our decision. A big Thank You to you all!
