The bites of April 4th

What's happening guys! Hope you are all staying safe during the Covid-19 outbreak.. This video is in honor of the 2 venomous snake bites I've received on April 4th, 1 year apart on the same day.
NOT from freehandling.
Yes, I am safe on this 4th April of 2020.
I have to mention that this video is not to scare anyone coming into this hobby/lifestyle. There are risks, there is little room for mistakes. Know the dangers and definitely understand that irresponsibility brings consequences. These bites were solely my fault. The snakes acted upon self defense and instinct.
Follow me on Instagram! / chrisweeet

[@davkaufmansreptileadventures]

Glad you’re around to tell the tale. Hope you guys are doing well over there

[@Chrisweeet]

cheers dude, be safe!

[@StLMikie]

بلای آسمووونی Dāv or Chris?

[@marcoibarra321]

Be safe get well

[@jaykaye7025]

Is it true that some snake bites are relatively painless? Some say yes some say very painful

[@zolizambo7623]

@@StLMikie and

[@steampunkerjoe]

Intelligent, well spoken young man that did not sensationalize his brushes with death, rather he used the experiences to inform and educate. Kudos. Kudos to you Chrisweeet!

[@luesharnsberger4264]

Well spoken. Many people his age could learn a few things from him

[@jefftaylor4707]

@@luesharnsberger4264 you left the comment I intended, I couldn't agree with you more very good video I thought.

[@alwynsmit3546]

Exactly, just watched another video of someone else who got bit & you can see he posted it for clicks. This guy posted his to educate, no sensation

[@77Avadon77]

Yep, he broke the cardinal rule of letting himself be scented with the prey. He won't ever make that mistake again.

[@StLMikie]

The scars are definitely a constant reminder. I’ve got scars that will never leave my body or mind. I’m glad you decided to share your stories with us.

[@adrianeyre3630]

You’re such a well mannered articulate morally intelligent person and a joy to listen to .

[@frankg4668]

Dude I’ve followed you for quite some time now on ig, and just now decided to see what you were up to on KZbin, and damn I gotta say props to you for keeping it real and being open about your past. Keep doing what you love, but most of all stay safe!

[@kissmygrits2373]

So happy that you survived and lived to tell your story! Stay alert, brave and alive brother! Much love❤🤗❣

[@alllovealllightalright]

Glad you're around to tell your story! One's own mortality is a very scary thing to face.

[@aurorealis3249]

Living in the Great Sonoran Desert USA, rattlesnakes of many varieties are ever present. The Mohave Rattler is one of the most venomous species in the US. If bitten, amputation is a given. This rattlesnake is capable of delivering large amounts of potent venom. The Mojave Rattlesnake (Crotalus scutulatus), is one of the world's most venomous snakes, with two types of venom: neurotoxic and hemorrhagic. Thanks Chris, for your powerful narrative and a reminder of safety first and ever vigilant. I am glad you are alive - life is precious.

[@GregsTurtleHaven]

Glad you’re ok and still sharing your awesome love for these snakes and reptiles!

[@hugoforth]

It's so wrong that the general public are allowed to keep dangerous animals, and If he really loved them, he wouldn't subject them to living their lives out, in a small box.

[@lostinthewoods7369]

Thank you for making this video. I think it's really easy for us to let small things begin to slide once you get experienced enough and then before you know it, that small error turns into a bite that could change everything or take your life completely. Whenever I hear people's bite stories it always makes me take a step back to make sure I don't get too carried away when I'm handling hots. I feel like everyone that works with venomous snakes needs that reminder every here and there because after a while, it really can be easy to loose sight of the huge consequences that can come with one little mistake. I'm really glad you're alright. Try and keep it that way! You survived April 4th this year so you should be insured for at least another year now lol.

[@amulyagupta441]

God damn , I just watched the whole video and it gave me the chills. Despite not having a close encounter with any venomous snake where I live,I just felt so scared watching the video. So glad you're alive to educate us and learrn yourself too. I mostly follow your Instagram, but now I'll be a regular on KZbin too. Lovely video! P.S you have a great great way of narrating!

[@shanks7503]

At the end of the day we are just glad you're here with us today Chris

[@mohitsharma1]

Wow these stories are incredible. I seriously don't know how you continue to do what you do after these experiences. Hats off to you.

[@sensupradip]

It was so nice listening to you Chris. You seem to be a very warm hearted, sincere and truthful human being. Your innocence and down to earth personality is worth observation and following the same in life. Take care. God bless 🙏🙏🙏

[@SirianLights999]

Fantastic what your doin my man! The universe checked that 18yearold ego with a great test of faith and toughness. (Had a test of my own at 19 with a timberback rattler lost tip of middle finger from i bite nearly identical to your first) Appreciate what you do brother! Keep it up, i im certain your going to fulfill your dreams and inspire those you entertain along the way!!

[@tasha_111_]

D.J. Phelps I LOVE this comment!! we all need to be knocked down a couple pegs every now and then, especially when we’re young and invincible 👌💯 I usually say/think “we can laugh about it now” when I reminisce about my youthful ego 🤣

[@andrewbloom7694]

5:43 Old video but just in case others see it: Dingo did a video on his. He was completely paralysed in 10 MINUTES. Thats how far the hospital was and he could feel the paralysis working its way towards his torso from his extremities during the drive, and faceplanted in the parking lot when he tried to get out of the passenger door (obvs he wasn't driving). His diaphragm stopped as he was being carried to a room. The last thing he remembers before blacking out from lack of oxygen was them physically forcing a ventilator tube down his throat. No time for anesthesia or numbing. He coughed up chunks of scar tissue for months afterwards, but said he was grateful given the alternative...Woke up 9 hours later still paralysed, and it took 3 DAYS for the antivenom to get rid of enough of the paralysis that he could walk and talk. Over 24 hrs he couldnt move a muscle. And the scary thing? Thats not even that uncommon of a timeframe. Often within 30 minutes max you are screwed. THAT is the power of the Black Mamba. The Taipans and Brown snake might be technically more toxic per mg of venom, but nothing else is so fast and so overpowering. Think about what would happen if he didn't have someone to drive him immediately. He couldn't have gotten there on his own, and even the few extra minutes for an ambulance to come would likely have been to late. Terrifying

[@timchilders3535]

@andrewbloom7694 In September 2016, I was bitten on my left forearm near my wrist, by a Black Widow spider, which is also neurotoxic venom. While not on the same scale of severity as some of the Elapid snake envenomations, I did experience very similar symptoms as Chris describes here. The first 10-20 minutes, I thought maybe it wouldn't be terribly difficult, but at about 45 minutes in, it got very uncomfortable and frankly, frightening. A semi paralyzed state, much difficulty breathing, and it felt as if my left arm, was just "dead", like it was there, but not there. Hard to explain all the symptoms, but it was not a pleasant experience at all. I arrived at the hospital emergency department at about 6pm, and was discharged the next morning at 8am. By then my symptoms had almost entirely dissipated, I just felt very tired.

[@Craig-jl1ze]

Yes but it’s worse for dingo as he is hypersensitive to the toxicity of snake venom

[@kgrant3184]

@@Craig-jl1ze And sadly, Dingo just died two days ago, from his bite roughly when you posted. I just found out a couple of hours ago, when someone mentioned it on Jason Arnold/ Snakeman's new vid. Very sad for Dingo's family & friends. R.I.P., Dingo...

[@zoom9336]

Thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts . This responsible attitude is very important in any sphere of life. You are a very smart and knowledgeable young man.

[@barlowjmb]

I really appreciate your take on what happened and the respect and care you show toward your animals. Thank you for sharing your stories and for making these videos.

[@Leonce707]

Hi ! Thanks a lot for all of your videos. I'm french, and I'm very happy because you speak english slowly and because of that I can understand a lot a lot ! I wish you the best ♡ Please, take care of you.

[@speeddemon8977]

Wow what a story man be careful from April 4 LOL. Anyway this was the best video ever about snake bites glad u r in you tube now didn't know thati thought you don't do you tube only IG but anyway love ur story this is outstanding greetings from Albania

[@staceyroberts3468]

That’s insane that those bites were on the same date!!! I believe if it were me, come the mornings of April the 4 th, I’d stay in my bed the entire day with that luck!!! 😆😆

[@rogerelzenga4465]

That would be my day off for the rest of my life :D

[@cindyvining7866]

But check between the sheets first.

[@Number-bj1yn]

Thanks for the story and wisdom, Chris. Stay safe, you're one of the great ones. Cool, Skaven shirt too.

[@beyondquestion]

Dude, u just got a taste of reality with that heart stopping situation. Jesus Christ

[@mr.nightshade8465]

I know the fact that he said he was going down into a tunnel, tells me know that he was on his way to hell. I would suggest that he gets Jesus into his life. I’ve heard many stories of people who have died to come back the ones that usually go down into darkness are on their way to hell. The other ones that go to heaven, they travel through light not darkness. Some people have went to both places like Jesus was showing them before he showed them heaven, and they change their lives from then on.

[@beyondquestion]

@@mr.nightshade8465 Yeah, Mary K. Baxter and more recently, Dominic Morrow both confirm what was beyond that "tunnel" of darkness. It's been 4 years since I heard this so, let me play it again, see wassup... \O>

[@beyondquestion]

@@mr.nightshade8465 Yeah, ur right. I hope he has a relationship with Christ now. I did then, but now it's even more.If he knew what was awaiting him, and the fact of, no more return, it's a wrap, he'd be in a relationship with Christ now. \O>

[@jessicamacleod9766]

1:03 the millipede is crawling on the snakes face and the snake isn't doing anything lmfao it's just chilling😂

[@nihiladest3492]

Lmao I noticed that too

[@JamesBond-py8xs]

So after watching this whole video, my take on it is the same as it was before watching this. The best way to avoid getting bit, especially by a venomous snake, is to not have them at all..because sooner or later this always happens. I don't know about anyone else but I value my life more than any pet I could ever oan. You're lucky to be alive dude!

[@kgrant3184]

Hey Chris, thanks for telling us about those two bites. I came here to make sure you were still with us, as Dingo died two days ago from his green mamba bite a month ago. I haven't been getting notification about your vids, so was concerned. My beloved chow-chow mix dog, was bitten by an Asian cobra, when we were out hiking in Hong Kong, back in 2006 (a year after I was thrown/ pitched head-first down a double-decker bus on my way home from my uni teaching job - when I luckily survived). My guy luckily survived, without anti-venin, so I guess that cobra gave him only a glancing tag - THANK GOD. That venom DID affect him for the rest of his life, though (like my literal head-first crash affected/ still affects me). I am SO GRATEFUL that my beloved guy survived. And, I'm happy that you survived, too. Now, I need to see if you've made any new vids. It's been almost a year since I last checked to see if you're still with us (I'm not on other social media). Cheers, Chris, and Keep Safe! Edit: nothing new for a year here. Everything alright, Chris? (Or, anyone who knows him?)

[@halos225]

Much respect, thank you for sharing these incredible experiences.

[@cynthialbell521]

Hi Chris sorry to hear you talk about those two bad snake bites. I am glad that it did not stop you from taking care of your beautiful snakes. It takes a lot of courage to talk about it, and say that you made a mistake. We all learn from the mistakes that we make. And I know that you have a great passion for cobra's. And to be handling the snakes at your age is remarkable. Cindy 🐍

[@asiaexpat62]

I remember way back in 1968 when a friend and I were in Thailand working with snakes as a hobby. My friend was a trained venom collector from Florida and quit familiar with cobras so we decided to give a show to a bunch of military guys. This was an outdoors event with a lot of spectators that were asking questions. My friend was handling the cobra as he answered a question, taking his full attention away from the cobra and he got bite on the left arm. Even though a military hospital was only minutes away the outcome was his left arm had to be amputated and he was near death for a week. Handling venomous snakes is not a hobby so think twice about handling them.

[@nutritionalrevalution9766]

I've had PET Redtail Boas WILL NEVER OWN OR HANDLE ANY VENOMOUS CREATURES PERIOD! But then again that's just me

[@kennethclaar922]

Sorry about your friend

[@robbysimpson9849]

Glad to hear you're doing well! When you mentioned the issues you had with your heart, I was actually drawing a heart diagram for my bio lecture! Hope all is well!

[@markpaiste3464]

Ive learned a lot of things in this dude specially i am just a beginner and planning to have venomous keeps. Glad that youre still alive and kicking Godbless you idol and david too!! More keeps and keep inspiring hope you will notice this.

[@johnsamson3714]

Hey Chris I’ve been following you on instagram since early 2017 I’m super glad your around to talk about this experience as well as to show people that venomous snakes are not evil I’ll never own one personally but I do appreciate them I’m just glad I can do it from a safe distance thanks to you

[@davisbenn2179]

Been following you on IG for awhile now, just checked out your channel and love it. So informative and your husbandry is fantastic!

[@Irelandrbi]

Your a humble guy. Much respect. Thanks for sharing Chris. 🙌

[@williamleckrone1628]

So simple and down to earth. I enjoy you videos Chris. I would NEVER do what you do but I've ALWAYS loved animals, all animals. I was the kid finding hurt wounded critters and bringing them home even at like 5 and 6 years old, asking my mom to get me shoebox and poke holes in top of it for me so I could make little homes for these hurt animals and try to take care of them till I could release them when they got better. That was many years ago. I'm 52 now but I still love animals and I enjoy you more and more because unlike so many that justify it, and some are you friends so I won't go there but you NEVER justify it Chris. You even say what you do is stupid and tell EVERYONE else not to do it even, but you say it's what you enjoy and what you like to do so that's why you do it. I respect that and admire that about you youngster, plus you are are super good and really knowledgeable💯👍 I look forward to seeing you do that video about you and free-handling🤣 stay safe with all this craziness going on out there in the world. PS those little squirrels are cute ❤🤣 I have bunches in my yard that I watch play together everyday 🙄

[@RS-qi2wx]

I'd love to know what hospital took 4 hours to get you the anti venom.

[@brucecampbell6698]

Lakeland Florida hospital

[@christiangasior4244]

That’s not too bad. Sometimes it’s worse than that.

[@drewscobar3723]

@R S, im suprised they got it so fast , i wouldve thought it would have taken longer honestly. Thats not something hospitals just carry on hand

[@RS-qi2wx]

@@drewscobar3723 Good point, I didn't consider that.

[@kevinhobbs1832]

Ok, with this video, you have become my favorite animal channel - and, please, schedule yourself a vacation day on 4/4/2021!!

[@Peter-mn8rr]

Interesting and exciting. I can imagine those bites was very painful. Fortunately you saved your limbs and health. Thanks for a great story. Take care 👍🙂

[@tasha_111_]

Yea that makes perfect sense to dilute the venom so the rest of the body can deal with parts of it instead of it staying and melting the finger 👌 I don’t have (nor will I ever) any hot snakes but I still love learning about them and the way you explain things allows for anyone to understand and learn something 🙏💯

[@NesvillaGlam1]

You're the best wildlife KZbinr I have come across! Take your badge!

[@ronmartinmhg2804]

A very interesting video outlining the dangers from venomous snakes if you are careless or reckless. Nice one Chris and glad you are still around.

[@alexastephens4787]

Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. I'm thankful you are alive to continue spreading knowledge on these beautiful creatures.

[@jasonwebb1882]

I won't try to handle baby venomous snakes. 1st I'm scared that I will hurt them. 2. There isn't much to hold on to. Just be lucky that you aren't allergic to the venom and go into shock. Anyway good stories man and glad that you are still alive to tell them.

[@jasonwebb1882]

@Vada Minot I can believe that. My oldest daughter was never allergic to bees or wasp. On her wedding day she got stung on the back of her neck and we almost lost her that day. She went into anaphylactic shock. He throat closed up and we were very lucky that her father n law was a doctor. He cut her throat open and used a pen to by by pass the swelling. Man it was a regular red wasp that she's been stung by before. The doctor in the ER just said that it happens all the time. My son n law and his dad sat there in the waiting room. I have never felt so useless in my life.

[@jasonwebb1882]

@Vada Minot yep. Her father n law got her 3 the next day. Just stay safe and be careful. Oh and medicine, I think they are starting to cut back on somethings. I've been on pain meds since 2005 and with in the last year, they aren't working like they used too. I know I have a tolerance but not like that. Take care and thank you

[@jbl5637]

I won't handle baby venomous snakes not because I'm afraid I'll hurt them but because I'm afraid they'll hurt me

[@jasonwebb1882]

@@jbl5637, i understand 100%. When my oldest kid was born. My son was so small. I was terrified that id squeeze him or something. Lol. Now i wasnt scared hed hurt me of course. But when it comes to snakes. You really have to be careful. I watch so many different KZbiners that are really great with handling venomous snakes. But as Tyler Nolan showed, it only takes a split second for the worst to happen. And the really bad thing about him. He had just said earlier that he shouldn't be trying to handle this snake. Then he gets tagged. Whats going to happen and i fear that its going to cost so many people to not be able to have and enjoy the privilege of owning these snakes. All.its going to take is for one of them to die on a live feed infront of people. The government will be forced to step in at that time. Which will suck. All the time that you have to spend to be able to get the permits and the money for the perfect room to have them in. Its really crazy. I really wished that youtube was something when i was growing up. At 16yrs old i started learning about Alligators and Crocodiles. At 20 or 21 i got an alligator and i named him Rex. He was maybe a week old and almost a foot long. The videos that i couldve made back then. I did swamp tours in Louisiana for 10 years and heres the funny thing. I went to college and got my PhD in Astrophysics. As much as i loved Astrophysics, i just loved gators more. At night i did try to some theories about gravity that Albert Einstein and Isaac Newton couldnt figure out and im still working on this. I so much want to prove gravity. But thats a whole different subject. Anyway be careful and enjoy. Hope you and your families are doing good. Tank it easy.

[@jbl5637]

@@jasonwebb1882 your absolutely correct and I don't own any venomous snakes but I do have 2 pythons and enjoy them very much just like Tyler showed a bite can happen in a split second my big reticulated got me as I was feeding it was extremely painful I can only imagine the pain he felt from a cobra alot of people don't understand that snakes are great pets but do require a great amount of respect especially venomous snakes I have been considering getting a permit for venomous snakes but would like to do a little more research on how to care for and safely handle them first

[@victorconcepcion9678]

I like how you tell your story's I've seen the video were as you explain what your doing with a story.. Im glad your good and that you have many more stories and that one day you sit back and be able to watch yourself after many years down the line

[@kerrypitt9789]

Chris you seem to be a pretty young man, considering your experience and chosen profession! I really appreciate your sharing not only your experiences with snakes, but your respect as well. In particular I really respect your relationships with the King Cobras. All in all for me you have turned out to be a very wise young man and I admire your dedication to these much misunderstood animals.

[@kerrypitt9789]

Chris I stuck a comma in there! Haven't been isolated that long! 🤣

[@RobertScottAudio]

Thank you for sharing this, and may I say, you're very eloquent.

[@thetheoryguy5544]

That second story sounds like an outer body experience 😯

[@TonyRule]

That's not what it's called.

[@timchilders3535]

@thetheoryguy5544 "Out of body experience". And I agree, hearing Chris describe it, that's what it made me think of.

[@Thejeepcalledyeti]

Lesson learned dont mix squirrels and snakes haha. Hope you're well glad you're here to tell your story

[@riptwan]

The sequence of "drifting" after the Cobra bite reminds me of the OD scene from the original Trainspotting movie.

[@natethornnstuff1783]

Tyler Nolan had out of body experiences when he was bitten by a king cobra.

[@beerthug]

@@natethornnstuff1783 That's one name to call him.

[@tanujachauhan8447]

Your heart is so strong and glad youre there to tell the tale. Kudos for all you do... keep up the great work! 👏❤

[@AviSLeigh]

You’re like a totally adorable superhero kid! The awe is real! I love love love that you address the stupidity side! We are pretty much always responsible for bites and attacks. I’m thankful you’re STILL here to teach us all! #venomsuperboy

[@jeannenora6113]

This channel is fascinating. So glad I found it. Also love it even more because I see you love all animals. Greetings from a new fan from Switzerland

[@ericcollum3774]

What a great story/stories. Great great video for new keepers. Very glad you survived you seem like a very nice knowledgeable guy. Much respect

[@Stumpwater27]

Really cool video except boo on the devil shirt and the finger nails 😂just joshin ya 😉 the cobra bite story was scary!

[@giddyUp30s]

So happy to find your KZbin channel! I rarely go to Instagram and when I do I always have to go see your snakes. Great videos !

[@JR-om6sm]

I don't know snakes AT ALL other than the western diamondback on the golf course! A couple run ins I'll say...or me running away! This video was enthralling. Amazing detail and amazing story telling. I had no problem invisioning it. I'll never do what u do but I respect it and it's clear you absolutely respect your animals. Cheers

[@andreateckenburg3443]

Thanks for this Great Video. I showed my daugther your vids sometimes, and i always tell her that you can do These things because you know and respect your animals.

[@comiccow17]

Greatly appreciate what you do with extracting venom from these snakes in order to get anti venom. And i know your has to of workes your ass off to be where u are today. But man so glad u r okay and hope u stay safe. Im glad I found your channel.

[@FGaquatics]

I'm really glad you're OK. This video is actually very informative. Is there any comprehensive list somewhere on the internet where they would classify and detail every single venimous/non venimous, hemotoxic/Neurotoxic snakes ? I've managed to find some general information and PDF lectures on the most venimous snakes out there like the Mamba, Inland taipan or Agkistrodon piscivorus etc. but was wondering if there was a sort of giant Poster with everything in there ? Cheers from France !

[@Chrisweeet]

Faiza G nope... always have to dig for the specifics😅

[@heidiwilliams7024]

Wow u was very lucky I'm glad ur fine now and did not u know.......! I new on ur channel and I like is very much. Thank you for telling us about ur experience and whaz happen to you. Thanks Stay healthy and Stay away from people. Lovely wishes Heidi

[@mike712341]

Hey man just like to.say you did good with this video brother. I'm a snake handler myself. I havent wrangled cobras but I've wrangled all the snakes of the united states and the bermese of florida. But I've never been tagged cause I always keep that in my head everytime that its venemous and you will get tagged not paying attention 100 percent. I've been handling for 30 years. Never been tagged but everything you said is right and I'm glad your doing better. Awesome video brother.

[@dustinperry9980]

Man April 4th is my birthday well I will add a prayer for u on my birthday wishes cuz I really enjoy ur videos

[@sharonwhisnand7115]

I remember your first episode quite vividly. You came to Texas shortly after and your finger was still black!

[@computeriphone4654]

"Pardon the dog" dog: Bark! bark! Bark! video pauses, and somehow when you come back the dog is no longer barking "As I was saying..."

[@YL-mc9oz]

Hello, I was recently exposed to your channel and I really enjoy watching your videos and professional explanations, the way you handle and keep snakes and other animals. I'm very happy that you got out of these hops safely, maybe on the fourth of April every year you should take a rest day, you work hard, you deserve it

[@stevenwallis3202]

I think you show maturity beyond your age . We all have scar's from our passion . Mine was bikes and snakes .the bikes have left longer and deeper .just two bites from one python one boa constrictor both minor but both big snake .both males .but this would never stop what I love at the time .

[@menda1210]

I have been a follower of several venomous reptile keepers, mostly in the states. I was excited to stumble across your videos. I have already subscribed and look forward to more videos. I'd enjoy seeing a few harping videos and videos that include other handlers with their collections. Thank you for what you do.

[@garethllewellyn215]

That sinking feeling is exactly the same as when I overdosed on opiates..sinking into a seat , vision going dark around me..its the heart slowing down to a near stop or stop and drop in blood pressure drop

[@leroyleroy100]

I learned the easy way... I wanted a white-lipped bamboo viper but got bit by my boa the week before buying. So that changed my mind. If a lazy constrictor like mine was able to tag me then what could a viper do?

[@Loja_das_Macroalgas]

Hello from Brazil good sense. Amazing to see such young boy saying such wise words. Congratulation! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Soda_Dreams]

another long time ig follower, first time yt subscriber here. gotta say man, regardless of everything u learned from these experiences and the invaluable perspective you gained and have now shared (which tbh only makes your freehandling vids even more jaw dropping) -- yeah.. putting all that aside, getting bitten once? no thanks. but again, the same day, exactly a year later? that's some Seriously. Bad. Fkn. Luck. plain and simple dude xD

[@williamrivera6296]

How expensive was the hospital bill I’m in the u.s. and that’s one reason I don’t own a venomous snake?

[@joannekaczan6615]

Great video!!....was worried about you because I hadn't seen a video from you for a while!! Stay healthy, Chris.....from the VIRUS...and your INTERESTING SNAKES!!!

[@theodorek.4563]

Hi Chris, I just subscribed. Is that a beagle I hear?

[@Chrisweeet]

Yes haha my neighbors have a beagle and a golden retriever and 1 thai rescue

[@nishjohnson1366]

You are so mature and educational. I realktenjoy your channel. Thanks young man, I'm glad you are ok!

[@carolynyerby361]

Chris I'm very glad you're ok. WOW geez you sure have a story to someday tell your children. I wish you well and I hope that story does'nt grow bigger.JS Keep well and I'm glad you can still do what you love to do.

[@lauram9279]

I very enjoy listening to your stories, it‘s super interesting!

[@tarahuber203]

Glad you escaped the ultimate result. You have learned from your mistake and that makes you all the better. Stay safe and healthy. 😎

[@rajendralimbu3360]

I can listen to this guy all day. Thank you for your story

[@pacovl46]

Glad you made it! I love your garden! It’s so lush and green! Where in Thailand do you live?

[@laureen4694]

Indeed you've behave stupidly but human make mistakes and I think you've also been very brave Just happy you're still alive to share your experience and life lessons. Btw I love your channel. Hi from France!

[@BeneathTheGold]

Happy April 4th Chris . What bit you today?😂

[@Chrisweeet]

1 mosquito!

[@BeneathTheGold]

@@Chrisweeet 😂😂😂

[@wasabi9mmd.g.119]

great stuff Chris love to watch and hear from you, be well and stay safe.

[@theWazimu]

brand new to your channel Chris, and i'm already being inspired by all means! Exciting watch!

[@sol3cito33]

Very enlightened, informative and knowledgeable presentation from such a young man. You earned my respect (and subscription).

[@Apollo-Computers]

I wanted to ask if it was possible to get a picture of the blue viper thats in your intro when your channel name comes up in it? So very pretty, I want it as my desktop image. But without your channel name, or it smaller in the bottom corner of image.

[@vxlley_flower5672]

Funny how I found you with this video, and april 4th is my birthday🤣🤣 Just glad you're safe dude

[@KC_604]

Bro I really hope you find more time to make more videos. Cuz iv been hooked on your channel since I found David’s by accident lol. But foreal you have very intelligent videos on snakes and reptiles. I enjoy them a lot especially on quarantine and because we have don’t see these types of snakes around where I am in B.C. Canada.

[@peterpatar1529]

Wow just wow especially to the part of your heartbeat stop 6-7 secs. and you woke up back. God Bless you 🙏🏼

[@elsreptilesandmore1686]

How did I not know about this Channel amazing videos 😃

[@panavisionnot7180]

Great gift for story telling .. good to hear you made it back..

[@susanmartin3762]

I am your new Super Fan. I love your opening love your videos. Thank you for sharing this with us. You will change and save lives.

[@gregwomack8162]

You are a very well spoken, intelligent and obviously passionate regarding what you do. You are one of the “good ones” in this field of handling “hot snakes”. You educate people about these wonderful and deadly and very beautiful snakes. You respect each of your snakes and give them the absolute utmost and best care. Yes you free handle these very dangerous reptiles fully acknowledging the inherent danger in doing this. You “choose” to do this and it’s not for me or anyone else to judge you, or criticize what you do. I would never do what you do, but I can fully appreciate and even admire what you do. There are many people that post vids showing free handling, live feedings etc...and most of the other people who do this are not even close to your expertise in handling, caring for and promoting these snakes in a POSITIVE manner. You are leaps and bounds better than the masses of idiots who do this for the rush or because it gets them attention or because they want to be looked at as being cool. It’s all about them and their egos. With you, it’s first and foremost about the snakes. Keep doing what you do young man!!!

[@NoWeAreNotOk]

When free handling venomous snakes it's not "if" you get bit, it's "when" you get bit because it will eventually happen. Since it is inevitable, that makes free handling venomous snakes a stupid idea regardless of his intentions of educating his audience. He can just as easily educate people in a much safer manner. Seeing a keeper free handle his/her venomous snakes encourages other keepers to do the same. This kid should be promoting the safe ways of handling venomous snakes and educating people on safety first. The high school chemistry teacher wears goggles / gloves (regardless of expertise in the field) while working with anything dangerous in the classroom. Doing so Educates the students on how to work with something dangerous in the safest way possible.

[@ParaglidingSweden]

This was a VERY interesting and educational video! Good job! 👍🏻 I learned a lot about the difference between the different types of venoms, that I haven’t heard anyone (on YT) describe in this much detail. I have seen different responses when a person gets bit and have kinda wondered why that was. Also I want to applaud you for backing away from snake milking, a brave and wise choice! I have two question; the snake that bit you in 2015 - did you keep feeding records on that snake and if you did can you specify exactly how many days after it’s last feed this happened? I mean, was it in his “schedule” do get food that week?

[@Chrisweeet]

thank you! and I feed that monocled cobra 2 chicks per week, it had eaten 2 days prior but the thing with monocled cobras is.. they have a crazy feeding response and will often take a bite out of anything that moves in front of them.

[@ParaglidingSweden]

Chrisweeet Thanks a lot for your reply! I will keep watching your channel closely. 🤗

[@michellesorenson1292]

You are a Rockstar for educating people. I am so glad you are okay!

[@Lovell93]

Venomous snake bites are no joke. I took a bite from a king cobra in Bali on a herping trip(I'm from the USA) and I'm just thankful the closest hospital had anti-venom and I'm still here. I still love venomous snakes and keep/handle them to this day, but I'm a bit more careful.😃 Glad you are here as well. Just found your channel, you have a new subscriber.

[@YOSRD]

Hello chris I discover your channel I see you with toopet on his channel I love what you do I can't wait to watch all your videos

[@karendiaczyk5420]

What could it hurt to try the expired antivenin while waiting for your friend to arrive? I'm happy to hear that you recovered and appear healthy 😊

[@johnl5444]

You are a great speaker. Thanks for your stories.

[@bearfootknivesgunforge9183]

Real good video Chris . Great for all to watch and remember. We've all done stupid mistakes with our snakes and paid the price