Trying to kill it
Attempting to capture it
Cornering it
Step 3: Call for Help
You don’t have to handle this alone.
Call animal control: If the snake is indoors and accessible
Call wildlife removal: If it’s large, hidden, or possibly venomous
Call a neighbor: Only if you’re sure it’s harmless
Do NOT call emergency services unless someone has been bitten.
When calling, describe:
Location
Size and color
Whether it might be venomous
Any injuries
Step 4: If the Snake Might Be Venomous
Take extra precautions:
Leave the room immediately
Close and seal the door
Keep pets far away
Do not attempt to move or provoke it
