Stewy the Snake Catcher

01/11/2024

Melbourne Cup weekend!

Warm weather means snakes are extremely active this time of year, so please be mindful when out and about. We have been getting calls all through the day and night, so please check on your dogs if you hear them barking.

Unfortunately, there have already been several dogs fatally bitten this season. If your dogs is an inside dog, please try and supervise any toilet breaks, and if your dog is paying extra attention to a particular area, go and check it out. Don’t leave doors open, as this is the most common way that snakes enter houses and buildings.

We have had an increased number of call outs for snakes inside buildings and houses. If you see a snake inside your house, make sure you make your family and pets safe and call us so we can give you some important information about what to do next. DO NOT TRY TO CATCH THE SNAKE YOURSELF! It’s not only illegal, but also extremely dangerous.

We are available right through the Melbourne Cup long weekend for emergency snake removals.

Call us on 0413277588. We operate 24/7 for all emergency reptile removals.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

28/10/2024

*EDIT! KODA IS SAFE AND BACK AT HOME*

Hey guys, this dog is a mate of mine and he is missing. Went missing from Flemington Crescent in Werribee, but was also seen near Galvin Road in Werribee.

If anyone has seen him or finds him, please call me on 0413277588.

Thanks guys!

26/10/2024

RIP Dingo Dinkleman. Unfortunately succumbed to injuries sustained from a green mamba bite which he received about 4 weeks ago. You were an awesome bloke and will be dearly missed mate. Condolences to your family and friends.

A reminder that interfering with snakes and wildlife is dangerous, and sometimes even the trained professionals can get seriously hurt and even die.

If you need a snake catcher, please call 0413277588.
We operate 24/7 for all emergency reptile relocations.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

26/10/2024

*Edit* Tamk sold pending pick up!

Have a mate that’s getting rid of this snake tank and stand. Needs to be picked up from Hoppers Crossing, near the Plaza.

$150.

22/10/2024

So it’s been a busy week and a half with over 100 jobs attended, and very little sleep!

While this number seems excessive, it’s actually not. The reason why the number seems high is because snakes are running out of habitat due to houses being built all over the place. We are destroying wildlife habitat and forcing more wildlife into suburbia!

In the last month, I have stopped and pouch checked 17 dead roos in Wyndham. All in suburban areas. If we continue at this rate, a lot more animals will eventually fall victim and potentially become extinct.

Snakes are an important part of our ecosystem, and we need to learn to live alongside them. Yes they can potentially endanger our lives, but the fact is that pet dogs kill more people each year than what snakes do.

If you see a snake, it’s very simple, remain calm! Make yourself safe by taking a couple of steps back. It’s as simple as that! If anyone else is around, inform them of the snakes presence. Remove any children and/or pets from the immediate area. You can watch the snake from a safe distance to see if it leaves the area. (Most of the time the snake is lost or simply passing through the property).

If it doesn’t leave and needs to be relocated, simply call us on 0413277588 and we will direct you on what options you have.

It’s important to try and keep your eyes on the snake until a catcher arrives. This ensures that the catcher has the best chance of relocating the snake quickly and stress free, as with the weather warming up, catchers are running ragged trying to get to multiple jobs at the same time.

We operate 24/7 for all emergency reptile removals.

Save our number in your phone.

0413277588!

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

21/10/2024

Snakes out at night.

15/10/2024

Today has been a mammoth day for me. Calls for snake sightings constantly coming through, with well over 35 calls, and more calls still coming through now (After 11pm).

I have personally attended 21 calls today, make that 22, another one has just come through.

With the weather for the next week staying in 20’s, there will be lots of snakes moving around day and night, so please be aware and watch your step.

If you see a snake, please call us on 0413277588. If you live in a council area that offers free snake removals, we will direct you to them to utelise the service.

I have also been to quite a few jobs lately that have involved snakes and dogs, so I have attached a photo that will help everyone identify the symptoms of a snake bite in dogs. Please remember that getting the dog to the vet as quickly as possible is detrimental to whether your dog survives or not.

If you think your dog may have been bitten, but are not sure, I would err on the side of caution and take the dog to the vet as a precaution. Otherwise, it may all be too late once the dog starts to show symptoms.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

14/10/2024

Snakes and dogs..

12/10/2024

listen from the last 30 mins to hear my interview on ABC radio this morning.

The perfect mix of music, art, food and sport for a great weekend.

12/10/2024

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-12/vic-snakes-melbourne-breeding-season-urban-sprawl/104465590

Wildlife rescuers say urban sprawl and an unsettled spring are behind a sharp increase in call-outs in Melbourne at the start of snake breeding season.

03/10/2024

2:45am, it’s still 19 degrees and I’ve just walked in the door. Snakes everywhere. Got absolutely smashed from pillar to post today and tonight. Traffic was horrendous as usual, but I managed to attend 21 call outs today. Lots of calls early, then a dull break of about an hour, then a heap of calls in the afternoon. Then a 1.5hour break and then a heap of calls for a few business that are working through the night.

Remember, if you see a snake call us immediately on 0413277588, or 1300REPTILE (1300737845).
We operate 24/7 for all emergency reptile removals.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

03/10/2024

Weather is looking very Snakey, 😜. Currently 26 degrees here and the phone has been ringing non stop with snake sightings.

Remember, while our native snakes here are highly venomous, (so please don’t try to catch them or kill them, not only is it illegal, but it also increases your chances of being bitten by up to 90%) they are only considered dangerous if interacted with! So please, if you see a snake, give it plenty of room and it will disappear away from you. After all, they are more scared of you then you are of them!

If you do encounter a snake 🐍, please call us on 0413277588, or 1300REPTILE (1300737845).

We operate 24/7 for emergency reptile relocations.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

02/10/2024

Stewy the Snake Catcher

02/10/2024

Weather is warming up and 🐍 🐍 are out and about in force. Breeding season is well and truly underway !

25/09/2024

https://www.yourvetonline.com/snake-bite-in-dogs/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=snake&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3FH_duUD7P7yv3fM7nRTK7vkn79IZzXpQhzJ-Cn-klRyZXNvgqoU4p9UY_aem_zySPWASvLzzTpFzUqlK4OA

Snake bite on dogs can be common. You'll even find snakes in your backyard in Australia. We tell you what to do if your dog is bitten, save a life.

24/09/2024

Busy day and night catching snakes.

23/09/2024

Another busy day with 9 calls attended.

The weather is only getting warmer so snakes will be out in force!

Playgrounds are notorious for being built around wetlands, and therefore they are a popular area for snakes to sighted! When taking your family to the local park or playgrounds, please keep an eye out for snakes, and also make sure that you teach your children to respect the snakes space and to give one plenty of space should they encounter a snake.

If you do encounter a snake in a park or playground, call your local council and they will organise a snake catcher to attend and safely relocate the snake to a safer spot for both the snake and the children.

Also, it’s a good idea to keep dogs on a lead at all times whilst walking them.

The photo posted here is of a tiger snake that was spotted in a playground in Point Cook today.

If you encounter a snake please call us immediately for more information on what to do. We operate 24/7 for all emergency reptile relocations.

Call 0413277588, or 1300REPTILE (1300737845).

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

19/09/2024

September 19th is snake bite awareness day.

Did you know that 85% of snake bites are caused by people trying to catch or kill a snake? Crazy.

Each year about 3000 people on average in Australia are bitten by snakes. Only 10% of people are are actually envenomated and require antivenin, and only 1-2 people actually die from snake bite. (Average in Australia).

The message here is quite simple. Stay away from snakes and they will stay away from you. If you encounter a snake on your property, call a licensed professional. After all, if you had a gas leak you wouldn’t tackle the job yourself, would you? Don’t risk your life! Call us.

We are trained professionals. We have the knowledge and expertise to safely do the job, thus keeping you, your family and your pets safe, while also keeping the snake safe and relocating it to the best environment suitable to protect it.

Call us on 0413277588, or 1300REPTILE (1300737845).
We operate 24/7 for all emergency reptile removals.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

10/09/2024

Absolutely massive day today! The sun was out and so were the snakes!

We attended 21 call outs today. Yes, that’s right, 21!

Lots of residential properties, as well as commercial properties, 2 prisons and 3 schools.

It’s currently breeding season, and today it showed. From 1 property, we located 4 tiger snakes in the same area, at the same time. We think 1 was a resident female and the other 3 were most likely males chasing a bit of sexy time. Another snake was sighted not too far away but disappeared into a neighbouring paddock.

We apologise if we can’t attend straight away, but with traffic, road works and drivers doing 20kms under the posted speed limit, it’s hard to to get from 1 job to another quickly. It’s also impossible to be in multiple places at the same time.

If any one works in a cloning facility, please get in touch with, as I could probably do with another 4 or 5 of me on days like today! 🤣. (Just kidding, or am I?)

If you do see a snake, please remain calm, and give the snake plenty of space while trying to keep an eye on it. Please alert any other people nearby so they don’t put themselves in danger. Plus many eyes make it easier to keep an eye on the snake.

Call us on 0413277588, or 1300 REPTILE (1300737845).
We operate 24/7 for all emergency reptile removals.

Remember, if you qualify for free snake removal through your local council, we will direct you to contact them. It won’t change call out times, but will make it cheaper for you.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

07/09/2024

7 days into the snake season which officially started on the 1st of September, and we have already been flat out chasing and relocating snakes. Since the start of August, we have already attended 60 call outs and relocated multiple tiger snakes, eastern brown snakes, little whip snakes and red bellied black snakes.

This season, we have had some rule and regulation amendments, and the 1 major change is that we are no longer permitted to relocate blue tongue lizards. Whilst blue tongues aren’t dangerous and we always try to keep them in situ, sometimes there is a need that the non dangerous blue tongue lizard needs to be relocated because it’s in a dangerous environment where the safety of the animal can’t be guaranteed. This may be because of the lizard is at risk of being attacked by family pets or even run over by heavy machinery.

Whilst we don’t agree with some rules and regulations, they are there for a reason and must be adhered to. We are preparing an email to send to the department to see if we can get special permission to relocate any animals that may be in danger of being injured or killed. We will keep you all updated with any response we receive.

If you do encounter a snake on your property, please remain calm. Whilst snakes are venomous, snakes don’t pose a threat to you unless you interact with the snake. Snakes are more scared of you than you are of them, so by giving the snake plenty of space, you are safe.

Call us on 0413277588, or 1300 REPTILE (1300737845). We will advise you on what you need to to next and wether we need to attend or not. If you live in an area that has a free council subsidised area, we will instruct you on how to access and utelise the free service.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

As we are legally not allowed to display any animal that we relocate, here is a photo of me in action before catching a tiger snake.

When we send our email to the department, we are going to ask the question again about why we can’t post photos and videos as we feel that by posting photos and videos we can greatly improve everyone’s knowledge on snakes as we feel that we help educate the public a lot better.

At the moment the department is worried about professional snake catchers making snake catching look easy, and that people will try to copy our actions. Whilst we always let people know that we are trained professionals and our actions should never be copied, natural selection will help w**d out any nuff nuffs who would rather risk their lives then hire someone who does it for a living.

Please stay safe and don’t interact with any wildlife.

02/09/2024

September is the official month of the start of snake season in Australia. As you can see from the forecast weather, the temperatures are perfect for snakes. (Perfect temperatures for snakes are between 18 degrees and 30 degrees)

September also marks the the official start of snake breeding season, and already in the past 2 weeks, we have been to multiple call outs where multiple snakes have been caught together or in close proximity to each other.

If you have a resident female snake close by, during the breeding season it’s not uncommon to find males combating for the right to mate with the female.

If you do encounter a snake on your property, remain calm and try and keep an eye on the snake from a safe distance. Try not to startle the snake, but make sure your family and pets are safe.

Call us on 0413277588, or 1300 REPTILE (1300737845) for advice and instructions.

We are available 24/7 for all Emergency Reptile Removals.

You may also want to consider snake proofing your property. Snake proofing done properly, will decrease the chances of encountering a snake on your property by up to 98%. If snake proofing is not done correctly, it simply won’t work! If you would like more information about snake proofing, or a free quote, please message the page and we will get in touch.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

01/09/2024

Media have reported to "Brace for one of the worst weather events of the year - Equivalent to Category 3 Cyclone"
We suggest you "Don't be scared, be prepared"

The BOM states on their website:
A CAT 3 Cyclone has:
- Maximum mean wind speed 118–159 km/h
- Typical strongest gust 165–224 km/h

The current weather warning at 11.04pm states
DESTRUCTIVE WEST TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS with peak gusts of up to 130 km/h are possible from the next hour or two at coastal locations over western Victoria to the South Australian border, with this risk spreading east and reaching the Bellarine Peninsula, southeastern Melbourne suburbs, and Mornington Peninsula to Wilsons Promontory between about 1 am and 4 am Monday.

The potential for destructive gusts will be primarily in showers and thunderstorms, and most likely with the passage of the cold front.

FOR CENTRAL VICTORIA INCLUDING MELBOURNE METROPOLITAN:
DAMAGING WEST TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 50 to 65 km/h with peak gusts of around 110 km/h are possible.

FOR WESTERN VICTORIA, THE GEELONG AREA, THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA, GIPPSLAND:
DAMAGING WEST TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 50 to 65 km/h with peak gusts of around 110 km/h are possible about coastal areas and western districts, extending throughout Gippsland during Sunday evening.

FOR THE NORTHEAST RANGES:
DAMAGING WEST TO NORTHWESTERLY WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with peak gusts to 100 km/h are possible. DESTRUCTIVE WIND GUSTS up to 130 km/h are possible from now into early Monday.

Winds will gradually ease throughout the state during the day on Monday, however at least a slight risk of damaging wind gusts will likely persist through the afternoon, particularly with showers and a few thunderstorms, in a vigorous southwesterly air stream.

Link to current warning issued at 11.04pm

For people in Central, East Gippsland, South West, North Central, West and South Gippsland, Wimmera and parts of Northern Country, North East and Mallee Forecast Districts.

01/09/2024

Wanting to wish all the dads out there a very happy Father’s Day.

We are available all day, everyday for snake removals.

It has already been a busy start to the season, and today is no different. Already 6 calls today which have been shared between our team.

If you do encounter a snake, please remain calm and give us a call on 0413277588.

We operate 24/7 for all emergency reptile relocations.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.

29/08/2024

https://www.9news.com.au/national/snake-catchers-warning-as-blast-of-warm-temperatures-hit-australia/b66bc0cc-69c1-461c-a0a0-80d3cf7745b0?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2cdU1F8G_bARaOtzOprf_UqkZ0e5MmMhK-KNHzBoVXjTTdDINfMo6is70_aem_ZEEHj1sVwMT8BYSEOMLZtQ

A snake catcher has warned Australians to be on the look out for snakes ahead of warmer spring weather.

27/08/2024

Snake season is here (officially starts September 1st) and there’s no better time to clean up your properties and make them snake safe. Whilst there’s no solution that works 100%, you can minimise the chances of snakes entering your property by up to 98%!

The snakes are starting to move. We have relocated over 20 in the last week.

Some handy tips on making your property snake safe for your family and pets are…

• Keeping garden beds maintained and free from w**ds. Ground covering plants make an ideal spot for snakes to hide and move around your property undetected. If a snake enters your property and it has lots of cover, it can be attractive to the snake as it feels safe and can encourage the snake to hang around.

• Debris. Minimise debris like bricks, roof tiles, wood piles and other stuff that we collect over years of collecting. Try to store stuff off the ground. Snakes are very skittish creatures, and if they don’t have cover they feel vulnerable and unsafe, so they will move on quickly.

• Lawns. Keep all lawns cut and maintained regularly. Not only will it make the snake feel unsafe, but it will also make it easier to see the snake.

• Pets. If you have pets outdoors, water shouldn’t be kept close to the back door. If you do have water bowls close to the back door, snakes in search of water can be invited closer to your house. We recommend keeping a spare water bowl at the back of your property for other wildlife to utelise. Fresh water in a shady place is recommended.

• Dogs and snakes don’t mix. We are regularly attending jobs where family pets have been bitten due to having encountered a snake. Dogs will attack snakes. The snake will bite the dog while defending its self. The average vet bill is around $4000 to treat a dog for a bite. Dogs that have been bitten by a snake require urgent treatment. Dogs are very susceptible to snake bites and a large number of dogs feel the effects of snakebite extremely quickly. In most cases, If a dog doesn’t get to a vet within 15-20 mins of being bitten, the bite is fatal.
We recommend canine snake avoidance training. It will help keep your dogs safe from snakes and reduce the chances of your dog being bitten by over 90%!

• we can put you in touch with a dog trainer that we recommend. Send us a message to find out more.

• Snake proofing your property can minimise the amount of snakes entering your property by up to 98%. Snake proofing is very effective if done properly, however if it isn’t installed properly, the simple fact is that it’s useless. We have been snake proofing properties in the Western Suburbs for a number of years.
For an average size property the cost of snake proofing is considerably less than a vet bill. If you have a dog, kids or just want peace of mind while in your garden give send us a message and we will contact you to arrange a free quote.

If you do see a snake on your property, remain calm and call us on 0413277588, or 1300 REPTILE (1300737845).

We operate 24/7 for all emergency reptile relocations.

Some councils have a free service for residential properties. If you contact us for snake removal and you live in one of the free service areas, we will provide you with details on how to access the service.

Please also remember that it is not only ILLEGAL, but also extremely DANGEROUS to interact and interfere with any wildlife unless you are trained and licensed to do so. Snakes are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975, and must not be killed.