Building Confidence Handling Aggressive/Defensive/Crazy Snakes

[@alex39k]

I’m on here because I’m afraid of handling my new baby kingsnake, and this guy’s handling huge menacing snakes going for his face and talking calmly like Martha Stewart filming a cooking show 🤯

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

lol. Comment might win a prize haha.

[@quinadams3181]

how is your kingsnake doing now?

[@alex39k]

@@quinadams3181 I still can’t find her out of the substrate to even attempt to handle, so we begin target training on Sunday. Swear I picked the shyest snake on earth!!!

[@judyannlance5368]

Me too. I just got a hatchling Eastern King Snake and I'm so scared of holding her, even though I know it wouldn't hurt (mouth and teeth WAY too small) lol but still.. 😂

[@adammoore9924]

@@judyannlance5368got my first snake today, California king snake. She’s an absolutely feisty baby snake. I’ve held so many boas and wild black snakes/garter snakes but she’s got me so jumpy for some reason. She strikes like she’s 10 ft long not 10 inches 😂

[@reptilez13]

Something I've heard Kevin mention that makes a ton of sense to me is waiting until you see the snake calm down before putting them back/leaving. That way they don't think the defensive behaviour works. Awesome vid, glad to see ya back Jason!

[@michaeld8983]

Thanks! for the video Jason, very useful information, plus great comparisons you made.👌🏿

[@SobrietyandSolace]

And it's also positive reinforcement in a way. I always try to 'leave things on a positive note' instead of panicking and shoving an animal back into the enclosure or anything like that.

[@reptilez13]

@@SobrietyandSolace totally!

[@nanadslyfe4322]

uuu9

[@miahedwards1789]

@@SobrietyandSolace so true!!!

[@oanaenache991]

I handled my boa so often when she was a baby that now she just comes out of her terrarium and claims over my waist to absorb my heat. I think one of the things that made her so comfortable is that I just let her chill around with me without moving much just for her to see me more of a support

[@siegheilyolo]

I had the same scenario with my albino corny. She's so docile now, 9 months old and bonding on. :)

[@SaurianSoul]

I just got a BCI and this is how i do it as well. I just watch youtube/TV while he chills. He frequently falls asleep after finding a comfortable position. The tricky part is waking him back up without startling him.

[@evanspiteri3576]

@@SaurianSoul be aware of the ambient temperature of wherever you're holding the snake as they will match the temperature of the environment. 10-15 minutes is okay but if its the winter and its really cold I would be cautious of that.

[@SaurianSoul]

​@@evanspiteri3576 Oh, absolutely! I have a fire place keeping my tv room in the low 80's when i have any snakes out. We always gotta be mindful of the ectotherms especially as I live in Canada and my landlord would happily have our house be in the 60's without my intervention. Thank you though.

[@evanspiteri3576]

@@SaurianSoul Love to hear it, I was just letting you know so you're snake doesn't get sick. Enjoy!

[@snakesgunsandbikes]

I lucked out with my boa. She has never bit not once in 15 years and I'm glad because she hit 10ft. I pet her head and she just chills

[@CodenameSteev]

“They’re just misunderstood” is an awesome quote that’s so accurate. People are afraid so often because they think the snakes goal is to get to them and bite a chunk out when in reality they’re just fine being left to themselves without ever harming a soul. It’s easy to see you love these animals which is amazing and your mixture of calmness and energy is fantastic. Easily one of the best on KZbin and definitely earned my support! I have 3 ball pythons btw and I would love to breed I just worry if rack systems are big enough to keep them happy. Great video man! 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

I really appreciate that! I’m filming again today and I’ll be making a video on the negatives of breeding. It will be worth watch for you.

[@CodenameSteev]

@@JasonsExoticReptiles Excellent bro thank you so much! It’s probably not a hot take to predict that it’s gonna be an awesome video 😁 I’ll definitely be there after I’m done recording! 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@christophercarlin6782]

The last thing you said about not shaming people using protective gear is much appreciated 🙏 when I handle my friends big reticulated, no matter how docile it is, I always wear a clear face guard. I'm legally blind and only have some vision in one of my eyes. I'm not taking any chances of a bite to the face taking that from me lol my friend doesn't make fun of me but plenty of people who saw pictures of it talked shi* lol someone said I shouldn't even be having snakes if I can't see well 🙄

[@littlewigglemonster7691]

You are so excellent at explaining this stuff. I wore a leather jacket and leather welding gloves for my blood for about 6 months till it chilled. Biggest point is having tools to let them bite you. Most chill snakes are chill because they learned early on biting doesn’t get them anywhere

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!!

[@addison977]

got my first python two weeks ago. she’s very defensive but i’m so committed to working with her and getting her to be more socialized. this really helped a lot, probably the most informative video i’ve come across! ❤️

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you so much and good luck with her. She will calm down shortly

[@Just_Manny305]

Same here! I got mine 2 weeks ago and he is not happy whenever i try to pick him up. He’s never struck at me but I’ve seen that S shape and left him alone. I want to work towards socializing him. Good luck to you!😊

[@alexlopez2995]

Which Python did you get??

[@bdeezee1]

I can't say thank you enough for making a video like this, I lost confidence awhile back from getting bit & haven't been able to get it back, I still have my two snakes but I don't interact with them except to clean their habitats, your video has given me motivation to start building that confidence back!

[@NICExTRYxBABY]

This is where I’m at now…I’ve had plenty of burms and boas…never used a hook before. Got my first retic and she was cool at first then turn aggressive. After she lit my hand up…I stopped interacting with her completely and I’m afraid now

[@taiy5296]

​​@@NICExTRYxBABYid the bite hurt? I mean, it's a bite, it's not good for sure, but the few times I was bitten (I don't have a snake, but a friend do) it wasn't worst than being scratched by a cat. What I'm trying to ask is : you got afraid because it hurts or because you aren't expecting her to attack?

[@yessir-pi9fz]

@@taiy5296 for me its not the pain its the thought that it bit you, and when is it going to bite

[@neville4451]

@@taiy5296 My pythons are nowhere near the size of your speccy boas n Burmese. But nah it hurts when I get tagged. Four of mine are absolute darlings but they get cranky when they've been fed. I got a beautiful albino Darwin male and he is crazy cos he's been in a breeders draw for (he's) two years. old. Izzy I call him cos izzy gonna tag me or not!🤭 G'day from all the way down here🇦🇺🙋‍♂️🇦🇺

[@heatherrussell3715]

Lmfao I love the intro... "How do I handle the aggressive/defensive snake that wants to kill me..." Omg I really needed that 😂! Also I love how you say you aren't a fan of the word "aggressive". You are so right! Usually they aren't "aggressive". My experience with a rescue that was listed "highly aggressive" made me hate that word, especially after I realized my baby isn't and never was "aggressive". He's a big chicken. Scared of people because he was abused BY PEOPLE! My snake has taught me a lot. Although I'm not gonna lie... I've managed to avoid a bite from Noodle so far and I've had him for 4yrs (knock on wood! I'd rather NOT get bitten by a 10ft retic!). He still can be strikey if I don't handle him daily, but clear lids and moving blankets have been god sends. Helps him to chill enough for me to pull him out, then I just have to watch out for musking(thank goodness that doesn't happen NEARLY as often as it used to....which it used to be EVERYTIME, now it's almost never). Once he figures out I'm not going to hurt him he becomes a sweet heart. And I think he's learned that he gets longer shower time if he's better behaved. He LOVES shower time. :)

[@stringsandthings511]

I have been scrutinizing your video here and This is a beautiful contribution to the snake keeping world. Very solid explanations and very encouraging to the new keepers. I guarantee someone out here is watching this 5 times with determination to learn now to pick up their foot long corn snake.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!!

[@theswampymarsh5472]

Love this comment. I just got my very first snake and hes a florida king. hes still a baby but hes spicy lol. This video was extremely helpful and i have watched it so many times before I go in and try to handle my guy haha

[@mingwangchung]

My wife has had a snake for about 6 years it's a small Australian python about a foot long maybe I bit longer, we got a cat, cat doesn't like the sanke and I would constantly find him on the tank, Monty (the snake) didn't like this one bit. Monty quickly became a "bit bighty" and has been basically banished to his/her tank ever since.... That was like two years ago... He/she is generally happy little bugger but any attempt to hold Monty has disappeared, as I have young children and, yeah well they don't understand he's more scared of them then they are of him/her.. Long story ending... This video (and the other one on handling) have given me the courage to re connect with and old friend.this video has most definitely earned a like and sub. Love your work mate keep it up

[@Penelopemee]

LOL! When he said “I don’t have the camara on me because you don’t want to see me and I need to focus on the snake” I said Fair enough. Fast forward to the 9 minute mark and Holly shit.. maybe we should keep the camara on him all the time 😏😏

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Hah thank you.

[@ALAPINO]

Another way of thinking of it: You're building *mutual confidence*. You're conditioning both parties out of their fear response with consistent, positive experience, or trying to, at least. If you weight it out, however, the animal thinks its life is in danger whereas the keeper is worried about having their hand become a pin-cushion. The only thing that I would humbly disagree with you on is neonates on the floor. I find working on floor/open area confidence is easier once strike defensiveness has been abated. It can be done at the same time, but I've noticed with young Boas in particular, the open area, on the floor keeps them extra nervous especially with a looming, hovering human poking and prodding. It seems to add significant time trying to overcome, in my experience. It really does seem that once that neonate is comfortable with that warm, hooman-shaped, tree all other confidence exercises become much faster to achieve and maintain. Cheers, Jason! Hope all is well on your side of the world!

[@whiteryan2091]

This is a great video. Definitely great advice for new handlers. I’ve found that washing my hands very thoroughly before I handle any of my snakes rids me of any food scent to a snake and also makes myself unpleasant for the snake to want to bite. Just throwing some knowledge out there. Thanks for the content Jason!

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!!

[@kylebieth3678]

Same here. I have OCD and am a clean freak anyways, but anytime before I handle my pythons I scrub the hell out of my hands lol

[@koolmudkips8452]

I've learned more in 3 videos here than the 100+ I've watched elsewhere. Thank you for your time and effort. I will definitely be watching and recommending your channel to my friends and kids. Absolutely love it.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!!

[@GreenRoomPythons]

Great video Jason. This is really important stuff for new keepers to be aware of. I see so many people get a snake and then gradually become more afraid of it because they don't understand snake behavior or techniques like these... Those crazy boas were beautiful!

[@lauramadison9188]

This was a great explanation on how to read the snake, what to do to avoid the bite by bringing the snake into your body and knowing that the snake is reacting because it's frightened. Thank you for taking the time to share this with everyone.

[@jorrelld]

This video was just what I needed! I’m a big reptile lover but always been scared to handle snakes.I just purchased a beautiful pastel enchi lesser baby ball python. It made me nervous every time he would flinch his head, me thinking he was gonna bite me but t I noticed he was really just shy & was never even defensive. Now I feel way more comfortable after watching you handle these beautiful snakes 🐍 💚 Thank you for making this & I will be watching more videos from you!

[@oliverthulin8192]

I just got my first ball python two weeks ago and I flinch every time he flinches, and it’s always instinctive. I can’t avoid it. But he’s never once struck at me and is generally just a wonderful animal. Love him!

[@dylanlevy2107]

Ball pythons are innocent dont be scared i had minw from 10 years old to 20 she bit me one time when she was sick an dying thats it... just rub the snakes body for a few seconds so it knows your there an then pick it up youll be fine

[@ilpensatoiodeldott.frances739]

Thank You Jason, i’m a beginner from Italia 🇮🇹 and ur video really helped me. Francesco

[@johnhurley4656]

I’m an absolute novice with a single BI, completely smitten with her and greatly appreciative of content like this and your other videos. There have been several occasions where you provide information and arguments that come from different angles and opinions than others. That’s important. I know this is an older video, but I hope you keep this up. Thanks!

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you! If you like this one, stay tuned for the video dropping tomorrow at 4pm est!

[@Theaddman]

That’s great advice with the gloves it’s like if you punch someone every time you hit them it did absolutely nothing to them eventually you would be like why bother hitting them

[@taeviansworldofreptiles3828]

Paper towel roll has always been my friend with the spicy ones lol

[@amandaz9762]

Great job, Jason! It is so important to get this information out there. One little nip can turn a new keeper off the animal, when it's all for nothing and so easy to address with some time. Beautiful snakes 🥰❤

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!

[@laurelh1975]

I really love your comparison to a construction site and the safety equipment you'd use there! Very apt comparison. Great video as always, and I'm happy to watch them however often they come out or not. Real life comes first, and we appreciate the time you do dedicate to these videos.

[@christinafennell2546]

I absolutely love how eloquently you delivered the right message about our misunderstood friends 🧡 beautiful creatures. Literally snuggling with my boop noodle while watching this video lol

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!!

[@grayson9194]

I really appreciate the way you presented this information! I just bought my first snake and even though it's a baby, I'm definitely nervous about handling it. I love that you make it clear it's okay to be nervous and to use gloves and other things that can make people feel more confident and that we don't need to be embarrassed about being afraid! Great video

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!

[@lyricwriter6531]

I got my first snake 4 weeks ago and she has just started striking at me, I really hope this works :)

[@devidevil108]

I see that you actually read your comments! I love that. I'm a first time snake owner and I'm trying to train my snake, I moved wrong and he gave me a warning strike, didn't hurt, I didn't flinch or anything, but my husband freaked out and made me stop. I've been trying to show him evidence that I shouldn't stop and instead should help him calm down to end on a positive note. This was super useful and I'm so happy I can build a better relationship with my noodle because of it.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

I try to read and respond to as many as possible! I’m sure you will get the trust from yours soon. Just be consistent and the attitude changes quickly.

[@Emileech666]

Just got my very first snake. Thank you so much for the valuable advice. I want to make sure my little noodle is confident and happy!

[@Warhawk107]

Bro, its been so long, I forgot I was subed to your channel lol. I know you gotta be busy being a one man show and all but we appreciate the videos man, however often they come!

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you bro!!

[@sadiyyahwilliams6864]

I needed this video.I just got a BP by default he was abandoned and I just couldn’t resist taking care of him but I was really afraid of him at first but Im growing to love him I nvr thought I’d say that.. Ive learned a lot about BP and now I’m excited to have him.

[@courtneylyons7019]

A snake hook has been the best decision I’ve ever made, makes me so much more comfortable

[@JoshUC]

This is the first video of yours I see, I love it, I have a big boa, I haven't handled it very often since it scares me a bit, but I will build my confidence. thanks for the video and the tips, you just got a new sub.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@snakesboxingmushrooms7562]

Happy to see you back with a video been watching all your vids your boa growth rate and nerd collab retic growth rate are some of my favourite

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!

[@markbrennan8971]

Jason is great to do business with very helpful. An always response to any questions you may have.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you Mark!

[@denm6893]

So glad you're making videos again Jason! Hopefully you start making more videos, I've been bored with reptile content lately. Informative, great personality and beautiful snakes.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!

[@46lespaul]

I just want to thank you so much for this video. I just got a blood python and a red tail. Because they are just in my opinion Some of the most beautiful Snake breeds And this really helped relax and build my confidence In dealing with them.

[@jitendrakhairnar6347]

Thanks for this beautiful informative video. This will surely build our confidence to handle defencive boa.

[@pumpkinchow]

Great advice 👍definitely helps save some blood 🩸 but you definitely called it they are just nervous and defensive not aggressive and with the rite tools and knowledge you can make it a lot easier on yourself and the snake. Always put the snake back after it calms down not while it’s flipping out.

[@Reptile_Lover]

Thank you Jason for this informative videos. I just got male banana ball python back in November 27, 2022. I am looking forward to used your tips to hold the snake.

[@JJ-tg7ep]

Thank you!! That has got to be one of the best videos I’ve seen in awhile!! Confidence is key!!

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!

[@Swaggersthecat]

Brilliant methodology with a nice long term perspective. I loved it! My hat is off to you sir. 🙏🙏👏

[@timmy712]

Thank you Jason just what I needed I have a almost a 10 foot Tom Burke junglow 100% het Anery shes so defensive thank you again brother

[@annabellelunsford8299]

Love this, I have been fortunate that ive only been bit once in my several years of owning snakes ❤

[@youtuber101beast3]

The one thing I learned from this video first of all I’d just like to say that it will be really really helpful anyways it was when you said to wear protective clothes. Great job!!👍🏻

[@chuckmontgomery7571]

Great to have you back. Always good to have more informed voices in the hobby.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!

[@vannessalawrence3036]

This was so incredibly helpful. Thank you a million!!!!!

[@anbouff]

Your videos are very helpful, thank you! I am a somewhat new snake keeper and just got my second snake - a hatchling Antaresia Python who is very defensive right now that I am trying to work with more so I will be using these tips going forward!!

[@jasonbatson2363]

Glad you back making videos man

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you! Good to be making the videos again

[@OliverCartea80]

Great video! Thanks for uploading.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!

[@songkim2784]

Thank you so much for the video! My two other snakes are so chill with people, but my third snake, (a california king snake) is SO afraid of people and will immediately start musking/peeing on me every time I handle her. I'm not planning on handling her too often if it makes her stressed, but I still want her to build enough confidence that she won't be afraid of people anymore. I'm going to try and use your methods

[@Idiedin1980]

This is a very good idea, as a small kid I was scared of dogs, then I got bit a couple times and wasn't afraid...

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Lol

[@charles8081]

Jason, Man thank you!!! I have collected, kept and bred snakes off and on for 40 years, I'm embarrassed to say that I still am a little fearful/nervous about handling a snake that is defensive. I like the way you use the gloves and shirt to be able to handle the snakes. You have shown me there's no issue with doing whatever you need to to handle the animals. I think some people have such a fear of getting bit that even though they like snakes they just give up. It's ok to use what is necessary to handle your pet as both of you are learning to cope. I love your style of teaching, You are our hero!!!!!!!!!!! Be cool!!!!

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

I appreciate that!!

[@snakemannn1744]

Long time brother ,,,, it is nice 2 see your educated facts again ,,, i do adore ,,, your snakes are just amazing like always ,,, keep on rollin bro '

[@jcodym13]

First snake was such a good boi. So curious and cute

[@isaacmuth7097]

I agree about the cuddles. One thing I do is sit down on a big comfy chair and let the snake explore me. This way, I don’t have to hold it as much, but I’m still in control.

[@artoriosvii6801]

Always love seeing another video out from you!

[@JonathanKresge-q3k]

Great video and I definitely appreciate the information. I've recently gotten back into snakes thanks to my 17 year old son after about a 20 year break from when I was a child. We recently picked up a 1.5 year old Blood Python. This video has definitely given me a different perspective long things.

[@-shawtty-8214]

Dude this video was great honestly. A few weeks ago I took ownership of my friends 4ft ball python that’s 13 yrs old. She was great while he was there with me but the next day I got her out and she bit me and latched on right underneath my chin. Haven’t picked her up since bec I’m kind of nervous now. She’s been super aggressive since then and snapping at me when I pass by the terrarium. Don’t know whether the suit up and take it again so she knows or leave her alone for a little bit

[@IntrepidExotics]

Gorgeous boas Jason! Great content too, we need more folks like you around!

[@jamestippitt8576]

Great video! My son and I really needed this. Thank you!

[@Arko-lf7lz]

very good channel i guess. I like the way you think about defensive snakes

[@gymfreakz1]

When you have them in boxes, how do the feel or can live well whiteout lightning ? Isn't the d-vitamine important ?

[@jdmahle]

OMG bro just seeing this video today. I never git notified for a new video. Was just thinking about you the other day. Hope you and everything doing good. Still hot to set up a day to come up and see the snakes with my son. Glad to see you post a new video brother. HAPPY THANKSGIVING, in case you don't make another video before then.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you and happy thanks giving to you as well

[@垢ウント-j1m]

Great video! Please teach me how to handle a quick snake such as a black racer. They can escape before being hugged.

[@Dovahkiin0327]

Very well said, thank you for the useful information. I totally agree with you, getting bit and then showing it off is not a flex. Also, shaming people who use ppe is just childish. Always protect yourself

[@AJourneyOfYourSoul]

Thanks for posting this. Really helpful.

[@Janitandurr]

I'm from Philippines and you educate me on how to take care burmese pythons, thanks

[@supermotovtec8550]

Its criminal how little you put out content, you should and will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law! Good to see you back bro👌

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Haha thank you!

[@kyanite1434]

This will be helpful, I’m currently working with a defensive red tail boa, hopefully I can help to calm him down so he can find a proper forever home.

[@jamiethurman4475]

I think,repition is the key one thing I've found in the last 5 yrs of the hobby is that these snakes are so mich smarter then I ever thought I have handled all,3 of my religiously 3 times a week since a juvenile and they seem to enjoy the interaction great video as usual jason!

[@brianking4874]

Thank you for your knowledge and video.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you for watching!

[@aappaapp6627]

Love this video bro! Wish you all the best in 2022

[@flurrydaddy7966]

Old video, but I was watching this while handling one of my new red tail boas, and just some of the stuff you talked about helped me out. Did a nice 30 minutes session with her, got 2 false strikes when I got her out, but this is the first time she wasn’t hissing at me ferociously 🤣

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Awesome to hear you enjoy it and found helpful!

[@krl135]

Thanks a lot for this video. I can’t even tell you how much this helped. I bought an adult boa 2 months ago and she started wanting to bite me whenever I went into her enclosure so I didn’t know what to do with her, so I really appreciate you making this video❤️

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Awesome to hear you enjoyed it!!

[@gillian1272]

Posting for your algorithm. Awesome video. Never been afraid of bites but I imagine people who hate needles would also worry about bites.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!! I really appreciate the support!

[@soewondoso4735]

Great Video, its good to see you again!!! awesome presentation!!!! stay healthy for you and your family.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you

[@neville4451]

Hey Jason..excellent content man. G'day from all the way down here🇦🇺🙋‍♂️🇦🇺

[@bnutz3k]

I liked this vid! Thank you for promoting the use of gloves. I have smaller snakes, but I'm flinchy and don't want to encourage them. Anything to help you relax is good!

[@charlesjeffery1155]

I absolutely love this guy, I get so much education from his page, and I will definitely be buying my next ball python from him, without question

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you so much!

[@girthbrooksvr5335]

Awesome video man. I love how you are so informative. Can't wait to get on your level!!

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

I appreciate that!

[@jasonlongton1876]

Great video Jason. Glad to see more content from you!

[@xman_kindx4633]

Beautiful boa collection

[@An0n_Ym0us_79]

As always, great video. I appreciate you and I’m grateful for how much your videos helped when I got my boa. Thanks!

[@troop72]

Great video. Hopefully it won't be as long between videos this time. You always have good content that educates and informs. Got my first BCI back in 1992 and have had at least 1 or 2 BCC and BCI ever since (no more than 2 at a time tho) and I still really enjoy your videos. Again, really great content. I wish this kind of info was around back then, would have made the learning curve a little straighter.

[@TheridMegu]

Very quality video! I got myself a new BCI about a week ago, he's really polite but if I don't pay attention he tends to get himself to a point where I can't support him with my hands, and then he panics and bites. Good tips, gonna get him handleable in no time :) As a sidenote, he's my first non-colubrid and damn is it special the way they squeeze. My hognoses are just floppy sausages compared xd

[@reptilesinthefoothills6694]

Great Teaching Video Jason! Thanks as Always.. Merry Christmas.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you! You too!

[@aquaajnachakra6002]

Omg Jason thank you. I needed this now I feel better. I see you gained some weight too. Looking good Jason😍 keep the videos coming.

[@starmaiden1199]

Thank you for your knowledge, I've learnt a lot. I have just got a spotted python who needed a good home but I've only ever owned bearded dragons so your video has already made me a lot more confident with how to best handle her.

[@graphitebeans]

“She’s gonna bite me, ‘cause she wants to, like always” Yeah, I’ve got two full grown Morelia Spilota Cheynei (10+ years old) and one of them consistently bites me and wraps his body over his head so it’s harder to get him off. I’d think he’s hungry, but nah. He just wants to be left alone. I moved cross country when he was about 2 and my mum looked after them whilst I got settled, and that year without being handled regularly just seems to have set him up as the Lone Ranger. Seeing you handle the larger snakes and hearing the reminder that gear is good for reducing stress whilst handling is super helpful. I just got exhausted with the squeeze causing me to lose feeling in my hand and dealing with bruising for days after each handling session (that wrap over his head sucks, and he ALWAYS does it! Doesn’t do it when eating either - it’s just for me). Just thanks so much for the expert advice and the reminder to keep working with realistic expectations.

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you!!

[@MetalProfessor65]

I'm glad to have found this vid. I'm an oddball: I have hardcore ophidiophobia but kept snakes for twenty years (partially as a constant reminder that my phobia is silly). For several years I had a boa whom I adopted when he was already an adult, and we never really got over our "trust issue" (*cough*), especially after he nipped me a few times. (He found a new home with a more suitable keeper about a decade ago and is still doing well today.) Anyway, my last critter died a couple years ago (after twenty-three fine years), and I'm now considering getting a boa or another ball python, but since I've been snakeless for a while, I'm keenly aware of my fear, so I was glad to find your vid with its useful tips on building both my confidence and the snake's. 👍

[@JaredLand]

Very good tips on if you are planning to own a snake like a corn snake or a ball

[@alexandraabrego7754]

What do you recommend when handling a burrowed snake? I feel like I’m scaring my king snake more than I should be. He’s a baby so I know to build the best habits is now rather when he’s fully grown

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

It’s best to wait until they come out during the taming process, but you can always just dig him out.

[@alex39k]

I wonder the same thing, my baby kingsnake is always burrowing except at night, so I would try for handling when she’s out but the damn reptile store sent her and me home with a top opening enclosure… The second she even sees that I see her she retreats, and I haven’t been able to open the top and have her remain out. I feel bad interrupting her safe burrow time but I also don’t want to wait too long and neglect the early handling process. It’s a real dilemma! Wish I had gone with a front opening enclosure so bad… I’m forced to be a scary claw machine with her current tank and by the time I locate her in her spot she’s distressed and I’m scared too. Just ordered gloves- thanks for this video I’m not giving up!

[@exotiggs_4768]

Finally! Glad youre back bro. 🤘🤘🤘

[@BOA-ROMANIA]

Great video. I would love to see a video on palpate for folliculs

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

You got it!

[@ervinskotnik7267]

Thank you !!!

[@Dragoninja35]

Awesome video very helpful as a new snake owner myself not new to Reptiles tho as have kept lizards for years but got my first snake less than a week ago

[@nobsexotics8888]

Love watching your videos, Jason! This is definitely helpful with my newest, and biggest girl, and hopefully can carry on to my ball pythons, as well. I have some new babies that are extremely feisty, right now. Great video! 💜💚💜

[@imwaytogoodlookingtobeyour1188]

Cool....can you do a video showing the biggest boas you have

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

I can get that on the list

[@imwaytogoodlookingtobeyour1188]

@@JasonsExoticReptiles cool

[@madveteran7176]

Hey Jason it’s been a long time man nice to see you are back very awesome video and informative Jason hope to see more of your videos soon I hope you and your family are safe and well man big fan of yours Jason keep doing what you are doing man much love 💙💙💙

[@JasonsExoticReptiles]

Thank you bro!

[@madveteran7176]

@@JasonsExoticReptiles your welcome man