I hold my snake for about 10 mins then just chill with him, read a book, watch TH-cam, literally anything relaxing, and I think my snake 🐍 enjoys this or at least is okay with it
I def believe some snakes enjoy our company. I put my calico lesser male on my bed and he will kinda look around a bit but then he comes over to me in my chair near my bed an climbs right on me an hangs out.. funny tho, that same snake even tho he's my friendliest he is also one of my most aggressive feeders, he tagged my wife the other day but afterward it actually seemed like he felt bad cause he wrapped around her hand an was rubbing his head all over her as if to say sorry mom!
I was looking for a video like this because I think most of the information out there does say that you shouldn’t handle your snake that much or that often. But I got my ball python almost three months ago, and after gently gaining her trust, you can just tell she loves being held and she’s extremely comfortable. I think it’s just a general guideline and they are in fact individuals 😊
Ill second this one, i have a Burmese python, held him since i first got him at 2 months, hes never bit me, hissed once while i was trying to readjust him during his shed because he made a huge mess with his water, now i can feed him from my fingers while hes on me thanks to some early target training, even though i have his enclosure set up properly he tends to always want out unless hes in shed, will curl up near me or my wife regardless of temperature just to sleep near us, on our desk, on us, even now hes curled against my leg in my chair sleeping against me, hes only a year and 3 months old now, but hes the sweetest little bastard i have ever gotten close to, great feeding response too.
This is a really great video for us pet owners. I agree with everything you said. Getting your snake to trust you is the key. I have only had my male for 4 months, so he is now 5 months and he is as chill as Bobby. He didn't come that way, but I was aware he would be feisty, and being my first snake I would say Very Feisty. I spent a lot of time and didn't do everything that is suggested. His favorite game is me cupping my hand - he stretches his head into it and then I close my hand. I will keep raising it higher until he can't go any higher. So can you bond with your snake - Yes...just like you and Bobby. (Now if he would only eat FT...lol)
I find it funny when people ask if something bites. If it has a mouth it could bite but That's ok most the time my guinea pigs would do a lot more damage then my corn snake
My corn snake knew when I got home from my voice and would come out of its lair to get my attention. Definitely recognized me, and wanted to spend time with me.
LOVE SEEING BREEDERS talking about their bonding with snakes . My snakes trust me and I trust them. They do LIKE hanging with me !; I don't have to FORCE them to come to me out of their ENCLOSURES
I Can Not Agree More! Everything you said is 100% on. With all my snakes, when i got them i left them be for 3days or so. An then started handling them. Like every day. (Except after feeding, they get 2 days off) an i handle each one the same. 30-60mins. Sometimes more. An my most aggressive bp would strike at everything. Not 1 1/2 weeks later after handling everyday. Won't strike at me. But eats Phenomenal!. I firmly believe what you put in, you'll get out. Just make sure fear of getting bit, or being nervous doesn't get in the way of handling cause they definitely can sense your feelings. Awesome Video Chris! Fantastic explanations!
When it a cold/moderate temperature outside I will go on a walk with my snake every 2-4 days. (If in the cold a bring a jacket with big sleeves and let the snake hold onto my arm in the jacket)(not when it is hot because I live in a very hot area where it easy gets to 100 degrees in direct sunlight)
This is different from all the other things I've read & watched. This has resulted in me only holding my new 8 mos old BP for 15 min (he hasn't come out of his ball while I hold yet), then I put him back in enclosure where he eventually comes out of his ball & heads back to his warm side hide while I sit at his enclosure. I like the idea to hang out till it unballs himself, then start timing. I will try this. Thanks. Tomorrow is feeding day so can't hold for a few days after that.
Sleep bit happened to me..🤦🏽♂️sat on the couch w/her one night after work. Was watching tv knocked out..she was gone when I woke up..found her like a month later though!
Both of my BPs are fine with handling. Only 2 reasons I would not handle and that's waiting 2 days after a meal and very minimal during shed. Main reason I love snakes is that they are fine when you don't want to handle them. Being aware of their body language will generally always prevent an accidental bite. I'm really weird I don't like and have not let anyone hold them yet...... but actually nobody has WANTED to hold them LOL👍
Thankyou for the video, you have confirmed a lot of my suspicions. I'm glad to hear that daily handlings are encouraged and the 30 mins to an hour is what I have been doing.
my snake really enjoys being out, his enclosure is pretty simple and he loves exploring different parts of the house. he loves to be out and nap in my hands or with his head tucked into my sleeve, i've had him since he was 2 months and he's about 5 months now. My lil guy always loves to explore
I agree with you 100% I handle and bond daily with my snakes...1 dumerils boa, 4 balls and 1 Mexican king snake and I have never had a problem with them 🐍
I totally agree with u Chris I think daily handling is good depending on the snake.I have a female that is as friendly as Bobby and I know she would never bite me she has never even hissed, neither one of my BP have ever hissed or bit me. My male is a little skittish but is still so sweet. I have fallen asleep with my snakes also, thank God I found them pretty fast! Keep up the videos I love to see Bobby he is awesome and your not to bad yourself lol
Men just got and to having snake for dogs they won't them love the snake never been bite yet but know it coming and handle them ever day doing love your stuff keep it up
Some really great points and yes they can bond with you. My snakes all beg to come out and be around me or do hat they want as l have a room that is setup for them to climb. l have a snake that is out everyday and goes upto her hangout space and stays there all day, she goes into her enclosure when l go to bed.
Love Bobby! My Reggie is also a Bamboo and has a very healthy appetite. He's only about 4-5 mos old, about 170 grams. He's my 1st and only snake, and I've helicopter-momed him a lot, haha. I take him out briefly most everyday and he's become less shy and actually seems curious and friendly. I didn't know before how adorable a snake could be, but he often peeks out of his hide to see what's going on outside.
I’m a firm believer they do have emotions. They just are u able to express it in a way our little human brains can understand. I handle my snakes daily if possible. My first snake loves to hang out with me. She’s a lot like Bobby. 🥰
My corn snake likes being handled and I tend to have him out of his enclosure between 45 minutes and an hour maximum before I put him back. It’s finding the sweet spot for you and your snake I think.
Chris, Great video! Over the past 10 years my snakes have been handled by over 50,000 people. Not once have I ever noticed them acting like they were stressed. In fact the opposite has been my observation. The more my animals have been handled the more they seem to enjoy being handled. As a falconer I know the only way to bring calmness to a wild bird of prey is to smother it with your time, voice and touch, we call it "Manning". It's important the bird eat within 24 hours after it's caught. If you are not able to calm the bird and have it eating from your fist within the first 24 hours the recommendation is to let the bird go. Could barometric pressure have anything to do with the animals knowing how to sense the changing of the seasons? I'm loving all of your videos Chris. Brian
I have a new ball that I'm trying to move from pre-killed to F/T. He's been here 12 days. No handling so far. Great enclosure set-up. Was very careful with getting that right. He uses his hides. He sits outside of them a bit at night and will even sleep in the open. He seems comfortable enough. He did refuse his first rat, however, but that transition from pre-killed to F/T is the likely culprit on that. Everyone says, "Don't handle until they eat." What do you say?
My baby milk snake curiously curls around my fingers and rolls up into a sleepy ball afterward while I'm on the phone sitting on my bed. He trusts me now and isn't always in the substrate. 😀
My first BP "Monty" was pretty cool. Reptiles mostly seem fairly cold hearted. However Monty changed my mind. If i was to walk into the room after a long day he would come out of his hide and start running the edge of the enclosure closest to me. I'd open the trap lid stick my arm in he would run up and wrap my forearm so he could be taken out. .. This was an actual daily routine, not just a few times here and there. He was really quite unique
I envy you, I would love to live your life. A house secluded in the woods all by yourself no neighbors, the scientific job that you have, The ball python collection that you have I just envoy your life 😩
I notice you can put your hand by his neck/head and he doesn’t seem to mind. My 8 mo old ball python is very head skittish which I know is normal, but I was wondering if they out grow that?
I'd have to agree with you Chris, everything you said seems to be true. Judging by my snakes, I notice they defiantly have their own personalities. I have a few that kinda flinch when first picking them up and might be head sensitive... not that they don't like being handled but compared to some of my others they're just not the same. then I have some that seem like they are actually looking to get handled. my big super pastel lesser male is in a big clear enclosure and I swear everytime I walk into the snake room he'll be in his cave and when he sees me he pops his head out and is very curious. He loves being out and chillin. some like to be rubbed and just chill out, some that will just lay their head on me or on my hands and some even seem ticklish. they defiantly have their own personality. I think because unlike dogs or cats they don't express themselves the same and reading them is way different.
Got my first ball today ivory pastel it was $150 i couldn't refuse . Went to the show in NH it was packed with people. Also found the only garter snake at the show and when i lost my wife she went and got it, nice looking santa cruise, So now i have three garters. Crazy there where normals balls for $25 i almost took one because they where so cheep but they dont fit my plan . Now i need a banana YB female and a ghi enchi asphalt male and then wait my three years thats my plan after hours of research .
@@ChrisHardwickanimaladventures ridiculous to give them away like that unless its to a friend or something . It costs more in time and feed then $25 . It kills me i go to pigeon shows and sell fairly rare birds $30ea 2\$50 4\$100 and people make stupid offers . It takes more time feed and efforts to raise animals people should have some respect for that . I do swap with friends but that is different i know i will get something back eventually. Most of the sellers had them for $75 i think that should be a minimum. When i was 19-20 they sold for $15 but there where no morphs back then and no one wanted them also that was 30years ago so everthing was cheep. I wouldn't trust buying super cheep stuff although the sellers did have quality stuff also,but think you would have to be extra careful. I didn't listen to you and got all excited about getting a new snake. He said what the parents where(cant remember) ,i did ask if she eats frozen ,but she has some stuck shed. In my head i was all prepared but when it came to it it was give me ,excitement.
I've been looking into getting a garter snake. i picked the garter bc i dont have to feed it rodents. I'd like to be able to hold and handle it, but I've heard that you can't really do that. Can they be handled like this?
Check out the channel Snake Discovery. Emily has garters and they're quick and require attention but are totally tame. I'd like a couple with blue stripes.
It is kinda hard to bind with a tranquil ball python I got two but I also have pet mice and fancy pet rats 🐀 in the same room they’re just too adorable to hand to my snakes but I will have to arrange the rodents in another room perhaps that way my snakes won’t be on hunting mode every time I try to bond with them
I have 29 Royals all enjoy being handled. But my Black headed python by far enjoys interacting wit me the best. Every time I go near his viv he’s up at the glass wanting me to let him out and after about 30min of exploring he will just chill and wrap his self around my arm till I put him back.
I have a garter snake and a python. My garter he hates when I get near him or just moving the water dish. He is flighty asf, so I think their is no way to make him tame. I respect that but I don't want him to feel like his life is in danger whenever I'm near him or spray his enclosure. It's kinda what's stressing me out. He apparently isn't so skittish when it comes to food 😑 My python is literally the opposite, she is sooo docile, so gentle and curious. She's fkn adorable OMG😍
What's your opinion about taking snakes outside with you to the flea market or coffee shop? I always debate this with my fiance because I'm paranoid and will walk it around my property cautiously with it...but idk about on trips
My snake love getting in the bed and he will curl up at the edge of the bed and watch tv it’s funny i take a pic of him every time cause people don’t believe me
Hey, great video! Wondering if your going to be at the Reptilian Nation Expo in Denver Feb 22nd and 23rd? Love your videos and interested in purchasing my first ball python through you.
As far as my constrictors they're handled every day as far as my vipers they hate everyone and everything so unless I have to go into their enclosures they're on their own for the most part
Me and my snake have a complicated relationship. I talk to him and spew my feelings out to him and he just stares at me from his hide. I remember walking into the room and turning on the light and my snake looked up and we just connected eyes for a bit until he slowly started to drink again 😂
I have a 5 year old Colombia red tail boa, shes sweet, but as me being her owner bc I have never had a big snake before. Everyone in the house is brave enough to chill with her and I feel bad v.v I want to bond with her so bad. Shes new and I'm figuring her out. I feel like crying :( I have been crying on the inside and outside. I feel really guilty v.v. I love her but I'm nervous? Idk what to do :(
Hi guys I told you about my new girl she was said to be nasty and I got her for $17.50 she is the best she will spend hours with me I can touch her head and neck she comes up to my nose and gives me tung flicks she’s great she just won’t eat rat pups.thanks guysIt’s probably a biological clock they have
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I 100% agree about not starting the clock till the snake is calm and relaxed.
Instanly i said; awwwwh your snake loves you!!!
I hold my snake for about 10 mins then just chill with him, read a book, watch TH-cam, literally anything relaxing, and I think my snake 🐍 enjoys this or at least is okay with it
I handle my snakes Everyday over an hour or more except SHEDDING and after feeding for 2 or 3 days. Mine ALL ENJOY IT
I def believe some snakes enjoy our company. I put my calico lesser male on my bed and he will kinda look around a bit but then he comes over to me in my chair near my bed an climbs right on me an hangs out.. funny tho, that same snake even tho he's my friendliest he is also one of my most aggressive feeders, he tagged my wife the other day but afterward it actually seemed like he felt bad cause he wrapped around her hand an was rubbing his head all over her as if to say sorry mom!
I was looking for a video like this because I think most of the information out there does say that you shouldn’t handle your snake that much or that often. But I got my ball python almost three months ago, and after gently gaining her trust, you can just tell she loves being held and she’s extremely comfortable. I think it’s just a general guideline and they are in fact individuals 😊
Ill second this one, i have a Burmese python, held him since i first got him at 2 months, hes never bit me, hissed once while i was trying to readjust him during his shed because he made a huge mess with his water, now i can feed him from my fingers while hes on me thanks to some early target training, even though i have his enclosure set up properly he tends to always want out unless hes in shed, will curl up near me or my wife regardless of temperature just to sleep near us, on our desk, on us, even now hes curled against my leg in my chair sleeping against me, hes only a year and 3 months old now, but hes the sweetest little bastard i have ever gotten close to, great feeding response too.
Omg that's so adorable!
Your snake seems like a gentleman 😊
@@Chaosium How's he doing?
This is a really great video for us pet owners. I agree with everything you said. Getting your snake to trust you is the key. I have only had my male for 4 months, so he is now 5 months and he is as chill as Bobby. He didn't come that way, but I was aware he would be feisty, and being my first snake I would say Very Feisty. I spent a lot of time and didn't do everything that is suggested. His favorite game is me cupping my hand - he stretches his head into it and then I close my hand. I will keep raising it higher until he can't go any higher. So can you bond with your snake - Yes...just like you and Bobby. (Now if he would only eat FT...lol)
I find it funny when people ask if something bites. If it has a mouth it could bite but That's ok most the time my guinea pigs would do a lot more damage then my corn snake
My corn snake knew when I got home from my voice and would come out of its lair to get my attention. Definitely recognized me, and wanted to spend time with me.
my first python comes out when he realizes we are going to take him out
Our Mexican black king is exactly same way when he hears our voices
Your ideas for content is incredibly interesting to me. Thanks for another great video
I keep trying to mix it up so you don't get bored LOL
@@ChrisHardwickanimaladventures you are doing a great job , definitely not boring
LOVE SEEING BREEDERS talking about their bonding with snakes . My snakes trust me and I trust them. They do LIKE hanging with me !; I don't have to FORCE them to come to me out of their ENCLOSURES
That's why I keep my collection pretty small.
I Can Not Agree More! Everything you said is 100% on. With all my snakes, when i got them i left them be for 3days or so. An then started handling them. Like every day. (Except after feeding, they get 2 days off) an i handle each one the same. 30-60mins. Sometimes more. An my most aggressive bp would strike at everything. Not 1 1/2 weeks later after handling everyday. Won't strike at me. But eats Phenomenal!. I firmly believe what you put in, you'll get out. Just make sure fear of getting bit, or being nervous doesn't get in the way of handling cause they definitely can sense your feelings. Awesome Video Chris! Fantastic explanations!
I love your videos you inspire me to never give up on breeding even though I haven't had much luck I'm not going to stop keep up the good work 💪💯🤙
Really great advice. I'm really enjoying bonding with my son's and my young BP's. Hoping for a very long friendship with them.
When it a cold/moderate temperature outside I will go on a walk with my snake every 2-4 days. (If in the cold a bring a jacket with big sleeves and let the snake hold onto my arm in the jacket)(not when it is hot because I live in a very hot area where it easy gets to 100 degrees in direct sunlight)
This is different from all the other things I've read & watched. This has resulted in me only holding my new 8 mos old BP for 15 min (he hasn't come out of his ball while I hold yet), then I put him back in enclosure where he eventually comes out of his ball & heads back to his warm side hide while I sit at his enclosure. I like the idea to hang out till it unballs himself, then start timing. I will try this. Thanks. Tomorrow is feeding day so can't hold for a few days after that.
All my snakes like being handled. Yoda is out everyday just like Bobby.
I 100% agree because we have 2 the same way
Sleep bit happened to me..🤦🏽♂️sat on the couch w/her one night after work. Was watching tv knocked out..she was gone when I woke up..found her like a month later though!
Both of my BPs are fine with handling. Only 2 reasons I would not handle and that's waiting 2 days after a meal and very minimal during shed. Main reason I love snakes is that they are fine when you don't want to handle them.
Being aware of their body language will generally always prevent an accidental bite.
I'm really weird I don't like and have not let anyone hold them yet...... but actually nobody has WANTED to hold them LOL👍
Thanks
Thankyou for the video, you have confirmed a lot of my suspicions. I'm glad to hear that daily handlings are encouraged and the 30 mins to an hour is what I have been doing.
Glad it was helpful!
my snake really enjoys being out, his enclosure is pretty simple and he loves exploring different parts of the house. he loves to be out and nap in my hands or with his head tucked into my sleeve, i've had him since he was 2 months and he's about 5 months now. My lil guy always loves to explore
I agree with you 100% I handle and bond daily with my snakes...1 dumerils boa, 4 balls and 1 Mexican king snake and I have never had a problem with them 🐍
I totally agree with u Chris I think daily handling is good depending on the snake.I have a female that is as friendly as Bobby and I know she would never bite me she has never even hissed, neither one of my BP have ever hissed or bit me. My male is a little skittish but is still so sweet. I have fallen asleep with my snakes also, thank God I found them pretty fast! Keep up the videos I love to see Bobby he is awesome and your not to bad yourself lol
Just got my first ball python last week and I’m so excited about her
How's your nope rope?
Men just got and to having snake for dogs they won't them love the snake never been bite yet but know it coming and handle them ever day doing love your stuff keep it up
My baby pastel is watching this video with me while laying on my stomach lol love my honey 🍯 🐍
Nice info. My first ball arrives Tuesday. I will be trying these in the future.
Some really great points and yes they can bond with you. My snakes all beg to come out and be around me or do hat they want as l have a room that is setup for them to climb. l have a snake that is out everyday and goes upto her hangout space and stays there all day, she goes into her enclosure when l go to bed.
Love Bobby! My Reggie is also a Bamboo and has a very healthy appetite. He's only about 4-5 mos old, about 170 grams. He's my 1st and only snake, and I've helicopter-momed him a lot, haha. I take him out briefly most everyday and he's become less shy and actually seems curious and friendly. I didn't know before how adorable a snake could be, but he often peeks out of his hide to see what's going on outside.
Great info! Getting my first snake...BP in a few weeks. New subbie
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I’m a firm believer they do have emotions. They just are u able to express it in a way our little human brains can understand. I handle my snakes daily if possible. My first snake loves to hang out with me. She’s a lot like Bobby. 🥰
I probably sound stupid but what does that rectangular thing at the end mean ?
Really enjoy your videos by the way. Keep it up 💙
I am So With You on length of bonding sessions and daily handling! Amen, brother! You can only be actively scared for so long.
My corn snake likes being handled and I tend to have him out of his enclosure between 45 minutes and an hour maximum before I put him back. It’s finding the sweet spot for you and your snake I think.
Chris,
Great video!
Over the past 10 years my snakes have been handled by over 50,000 people. Not once have I ever noticed them acting like they were stressed. In fact the opposite has been my observation. The more my animals have been handled the more they seem to enjoy being handled.
As a falconer I know the only way to bring calmness to a wild bird of prey is to smother it with your time, voice and touch, we call it "Manning". It's important the bird eat within 24 hours after it's caught. If you are not able to calm the bird and have it eating from your fist within the first 24 hours the recommendation is to let the bird go.
Could barometric pressure have anything to do with the animals knowing how to sense the changing of the seasons?
I'm loving all of your videos Chris.
Brian
Glad you like the videos Brian! Trying to mix it up so people don't get bored LOL
I have a new ball that I'm trying to move from pre-killed to F/T. He's been here 12 days. No handling so far. Great enclosure set-up. Was very careful with getting that right. He uses his hides. He sits outside of them a bit at night and will even sleep in the open. He seems comfortable enough. He did refuse his first rat, however, but that transition from pre-killed to F/T is the likely culprit on that. Everyone says, "Don't handle until they eat." What do you say?
My baby milk snake curiously curls around my fingers and rolls up into a sleepy ball afterward while I'm on the phone sitting on my bed. He trusts me now and isn't always in the substrate. 😀
Awesome video Chris love numbe# 2 you hit it right on the head...
Tegus act like dogs though. They LOVE interaction . Other reptiles . .. who knows. Bobby just wants to viral and get his own show . Lol
I have had dogs, cats, tarantula, mice, rats, squirrels, rabbits, Guinea pigs, opossum, and ball pythons. Guess which pet has never bit me.
I've had budgies, Bettas, guppies, minnows, rabbits, dogs, cats, and a ball python guess which one has bit me?
@@alexanderwiggin846 beta n python
What time of day is best for daily handling?
Man, you’re awesome!
Awesome agree 💯
Awesome! Thanks! That was very interesting.
THx Chris
My first BP "Monty" was pretty cool. Reptiles mostly seem fairly cold hearted. However Monty changed my mind. If i was to walk into the room after a long day he would come out of his hide and start running the edge of the enclosure closest to me. I'd open the trap lid stick my arm in he would run up and wrap my forearm so he could be taken out. .. This was an actual daily routine, not just a few times here and there. He was really quite unique
That's awesome! I think they can be trained!
@@ChrisHardwickanimaladventures Honestly, sometimes I think they train us!! hahaha
I envy you, I would love to live your life. A house secluded in the woods all by yourself no neighbors, the scientific job that you have, The ball python collection that you have I just envoy your life 😩
I notice you can put your hand by his neck/head and he doesn’t seem to mind. My 8 mo old ball python is very head skittish which I know is normal, but I was wondering if they out grow that?
Just takes a lot of handling.
I'd have to agree with you Chris, everything you said seems to be true. Judging by my snakes, I notice they defiantly have their own personalities. I have a few that kinda flinch when first picking them up and might be head sensitive... not that they don't like being handled but compared to some of my others they're just not the same. then I have some that seem like they are actually looking to get handled. my big super pastel lesser male is in a big clear enclosure and I swear everytime I walk into the snake room he'll be in his cave and when he sees me he pops his head out and is very curious. He loves being out and chillin. some like to be rubbed and just chill out, some that will just lay their head on me or on my hands and some even seem ticklish. they defiantly have their own personality. I think because unlike dogs or cats they don't express themselves the same and reading them is way different.
Got my first ball today ivory pastel it was $150 i couldn't refuse . Went to the show in NH it was packed with people. Also found the only garter snake at the show and when i lost my wife she went and got it, nice looking santa cruise, So now i have three garters. Crazy there where normals balls for $25 i almost took one because they where so cheep but they dont fit my plan . Now i need a banana YB female and a ghi enchi asphalt male and then wait my three years thats my plan after hours of research .
I used to sell normals for $25, but found out they sell great for $50, which is what most people will sell them for anymore.
@@ChrisHardwickanimaladventures ridiculous to give them away like that unless its to a friend or something . It costs more in time and feed then $25 . It kills me i go to pigeon shows and sell fairly rare birds $30ea 2\$50 4\$100 and people make stupid offers . It takes more time feed and efforts to raise animals people should have some respect for that . I do swap with friends but that is different i know i will get something back eventually. Most of the sellers had them for $75 i think that should be a minimum. When i was 19-20 they sold for $15 but there where no morphs back then and no one wanted them also that was 30years ago so everthing was cheep. I wouldn't trust buying super cheep stuff although the sellers did have quality stuff also,but think you would have to be extra careful. I didn't listen to you and got all excited about getting a new snake. He said what the parents where(cant remember) ,i did ask if she eats frozen ,but she has some stuck shed. In my head i was all prepared but when it came to it it was give me ,excitement.
My snake likes to be handled. I usually only handle 3 times a week but im going to try more now. Great information
i bond every day with 8 balls lol..about to be nine im getting albino red tail boa.
Man I wish I could get a boa , I just don't have the money, I'm 14 and planning to get a job at 15 than I will definitely look into getting one
I've been looking into getting a garter snake. i picked the garter bc i dont have to feed it rodents. I'd like to be able to hold and handle it, but I've heard that you can't really do that. Can they be handled like this?
You can handle a garter snake just like all other snakes, no problem.
@@ChrisHardwickanimaladventures thank you!
Check out the channel Snake Discovery. Emily has garters and they're quick and require attention but are totally tame. I'd like a couple with blue stripes.
It is kinda hard to bind with a tranquil ball python I got two but I also have pet mice and fancy pet rats 🐀 in the same room they’re just too adorable to hand to my snakes but I will have to arrange the rodents in another room perhaps that way my snakes won’t be on hunting mode every time I try to bond with them
I have 29 Royals all enjoy being handled. But my Black headed python by far enjoys interacting wit me the best. Every time I go near his viv he’s up at the glass wanting me to let him out and after about 30min of exploring he will just chill and wrap his self around my arm till I put him back.
my 11 old year takes most of my young pythons out by herself and never has an issue with any of the 10
When you say you hold Bobby everyday do you still hold him after you feed him or do you give him a few days before handling him again?
I do hold him after 24 hours, but I feed small rats and don't move him much.
In your opinion, how long should I wait to start handling a snake that I just bought at a show? The ball python is about 7 months old.
I handle right away.
I have a garter snake and a python.
My garter he hates when I get near him or just moving the water dish.
He is flighty asf, so I think their is no way to make him tame.
I respect that but I don't want him to feel like his life is in danger whenever I'm near him or spray his enclosure.
It's kinda what's stressing me out.
He apparently isn't so skittish when it comes to food 😑
My python is literally the opposite, she is sooo docile, so gentle and curious. She's fkn adorable OMG😍
Hey Chris
If a breeder male stops eating how long should I continue to let him breed
Yes you should continue but you don't have to
I keep going until the female ovulates.
Chris Hardwick thanks
How long do you wait after Bobby eats before handing? I was giving mine 48 hrs, but it would be nice to hold her daily to help her bond with me.
I feed smaller rats and handle him after 24 hours, only because I want him in front of the camera every day. I'd rather wait 48 hours at least.
What's your opinion about taking snakes outside with you to the flea market or coffee shop? I always debate this with my fiance because I'm paranoid and will walk it around my property cautiously with it...but idk about on trips
Some people may freak out if they see a snake.
I HANDLE MINE EVERYDAY ALL SPECIES. EXCEPT AFTER FEEDING OR SHEDDING.
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My snake love getting in the bed and he will curl up at the edge of the bed and watch tv it’s funny i take a pic of him every time cause people don’t believe me
Hey, great video! Wondering if your going to be at the Reptilian Nation Expo in Denver Feb 22nd and 23rd? Love your videos and interested in purchasing my first ball python through you.
l'll be there on the 22nd but I won't have any snakes for sale, just my camera for video. I can ship in Colorado for about $40.
Great. I was just checking your snakes out on Morphmarket and I'll be in touch when I'm ready to buy. Thanks
As far as my constrictors they're handled every day as far as my vipers they hate everyone and everything so unless I have to go into their enclosures they're on their own for the most part
I've always wondered what snakes are thinking about when they are chilling out in their enclosure......
hahah my boa names is bobby too always from italy
My ball python crawls in my hoodie and won’t move. He’s so calm which was scary at first cause the would not move. Just a lazy baby. But it’s relaxing
So I could handle my juvenile everyday for sure?
Me and my snake have a complicated relationship. I talk to him and spew my feelings out to him and he just stares at me from his hide. I remember walking into the room and turning on the light and my snake looked up and we just connected eyes for a bit until he slowly started to drink again 😂
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I have a 5 year old Colombia red tail boa, shes sweet, but as me being her owner bc I have never had a big snake before. Everyone in the house is brave enough to chill with her and I feel bad v.v I want to bond with her so bad. Shes new and I'm figuring her out. I feel like crying :( I have been crying on the inside and outside. I feel really guilty v.v. I love her but I'm nervous? Idk what to do :(
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I lay in bed with my snake and I leave his cage open so that he can go from under the blankets too his home when ever he wants.
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Hi guys I told you about my new girl she was said to be nasty and I got her for $17.50 she is the best she will spend hours with me I can touch her head and neck she comes up to my nose and gives me tung flicks she’s great she just won’t eat rat pups.thanks guysIt’s probably a biological clock they have
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You know how snakes lock on to thing like a tight grip to feel secure or to catch prey? well,the one around his neck is trying to chock him out