Taking My Snakes Outside: Should I Take My Snake in Public? 

This guy is so chill and wholesome. This is the only snake RU-vidr I watch anymore. There is such a passion and care for the animals in all content.

I love how respectful you are to your snakes and to other people.

I've taken my Royal Python Sam to a supermarket and out in a park, even to the seaside on holiday, he loves it, I've never had any problems, people are curious, some avoid us but those times are rare, my Python is 31 years old now, had him from a baby and outlived 2 of my cats, greetings from England.

Cool video. Not a lot of people discuss taking their snakes outside with them, and it's that type of thing that I never even consider until someone brings it up. Congrats on getting monetized, too! Those 4,000 watch hours are no joke!

I most often bring my snake to visit friends, who love him and request he comes. I have several travel bags specifically for my snakes. I know my children's python is too nervous and likes to move too much to take they anywhere, but my ball pythons are chill. You have to have a snake you know and would be comfortable being an ambassador animal. I would only do it in a pet-friendly place- where dogs are allowed. I took mine to a small outdoor Halloween festival and kept him on my neck. I had lots of great interactions- with other reptile keepers and curious kids. I let him go hide in his bag and sleep after a little while. Yes I don't want to scare people, I respect space if people say they don't like snakes, but people are afraid of dogs too. I just would like to see reptile pets as a more normal part of our society, then we wouldn't have as much trouble with these laws they try to pass because more people would be in favor of reptiles. I definitely believe in doing things responsibly, but it shouldn't be like a secret you keep snakes.

Honestly, it's the same with toddlers. The first 20 minutes is for them, the rest of the time is because you spent 2 hours packing everything you'd need, finding shoes, getting shoes on, etc.

Youre one of the best advocates for snakes. I am so glad you started your channel and eloquently make great points! 🎉❤ You and Kevin from NERD are my favorite.

The only snake of mine we could ever take to a park would be the first we got, Kesu, he’s a very very large and chill Ball Python! Everyone else would 100% dart away, be too scared or even be too unpredictable in their behaviour LOL I’ve taken him on a quick trip to the shops (small shops just up the road) to pick up some stuff we ran out of, not many people out and a very short walk and he did great! :)

My last full grown snake I brought out a lot. But rarely in public. I would take her to my parents house, friends house... but definitely avoided the malls. I couldn't agree with checking the temperature before putting a snake down. I happen to have a temp gun, but a great bit of information is the threshold of pain for us is 110°-115°. So if you're not sure if something is to hot, lay the back of your hand or your forearm on it, and leave it there for a second. (Your palm can take much more heat than the rest of your body) just a great way to check. My favorite days to bring her out was on days above 70° when its still cool enough to wear a hoodie. She would chill around my neck, while I had my hood up. She'd always have just her head poked out watching where we were going. If you spend enough time with your snake you'll know when they are stressed or whip their head back in fear. How tense they get, or when they are relaxed and just looking around. The corner was extra funny today 😂😂.... there's millions of them..... somewhere! 😂😂😂

Another really nice video with important points for keepers. I think I mentioned it in the video I did about taking snakes outside, at least I hope I did, taking a station or platform that they’re already used to and letting them be on that is how I usually introduce the outside to them. Then they can choose to leave it and explore or not. I guess that familiar thing could be you! I usually bring one of their favorite small climbing structures or just a tub they’re used to.

We've got a 2 year old ball python, maybe about 2ft long(named J'vara) and every so often(maybe once a month or so) my husband and I like to bring her out to the grocery store for little items or a snack run😂 She actually rather likes(or at least is curious) when new people come up and offer a hand for her to inspect, and has crawled up onto strangers before. We're also trying to socialize her for education purposes with a local reptile rescue, so it's a good chance for her to check new people out without overwhelming her. I've only recently found your videos and enjoy them greatly, keep up the great work!

I just love your videos. You talk about such different topics and are so laid back. Definitely a reptile influencer that I would love to hang out with and not worry about being judged.

Love the way you explain things in your videos, I’m a new BP keeper and I’ve learned so much from you. Thanks!

I finally took my 9 yr old ball outside to the back yard. He stayed close to me and just looked around. He would lift his head and just look out. Monty stuck by me and slowly moved around me.

I love how much you really care about them. True animal lover

Always a thums up for ALL OF YOUR HELPFUL HINTS & TIPS. 🐍😎👍🐍

Iove to take our ball python out into the yard to enjoy some sun. We don't let her on the hot pavement but onto the grass. She really enjoyed it and didnt seem stressed at all. Definitely loved exploring. My baby ball python didn't enjoy it to well as he did hide more and didn't seem to want to move any. We took him back inside and he did a little better. I know it'll take time and I like doing things slow with my animals :) another great video! 🐍

Sometimes I’ll get the mail with my bp, she usually just sniffs around while wrapped around my neck. I’m only doing this (cause getting the mail is pretty fast) right now so she gets used to being outdoors, and she does great, I’ve been considering going on walks with her around my neck (I live in alabama where it’s warm and humid 90% of the time) to see how she does, but I’m doing a LOT of research first! 😅

Another great vid my friend, you covered a lot of ground in a short amount of time. I’m going to share this vid to the groups and try and pump up your subscribers for you.

That makes sense what you said about herping. I always get cold sores and I was constantly in the woods looking for reptiles as a kid. This is all adding up. 😂😂😂😂😂

The play pen is a really good idea. I just have a balcony and maybe my BP could just chill in something like this; enjoy a bit of sunlight, catch new smells and be back in his enclosure within half an hour

I love Kent🤣 That face at 3:25 and then the quick paranoid shuffling around outside killed me😂😂 Also as always, good video Bob! Love your content, it's always so helpful. 🙏

This is the first video I saw about this topic. Great video, as always. I hope u will get more attention because ur videos are really special. 😊

Well done Bob. Interesting subject.

Great video and topic as always. Love those rocks, she did an amazing job on them. I think you have Kent confused now, who knows where Kent's corner will be held next week. See you Thursday my friend.

Love your vids man! Keep it up!

You are a really compassionate person, to humans and animals alike. Refreshing

I take all my snakes out frequently, whether to the store or mall. They constantly tongue flick & stretch, trying to reach the shelves to check them out; I, of course, still keep them close to me when they do start reaching for stuff. People approach in curiosity, & I enjoy educating them on snakes; others will watch from afar or keep a distance (which is cool 6 ft apart 😎). Never really had an issue. If there is, I just put my baby in a snake bag & into my bag where they're safe & unseen. Most reactions are positive, & people wanna know more about them. I've even managed to convince a few people to get a snake themselves after they've interacted with mine, & have helped people get over their fearfulness of snakes. Definitely make sure your snake is of course, comfortable/stress free. I personally just hate how people are more fearful of snakes than dogs, especially large dogs; a single large dog bite will do more damage any day than even my largest boa (if she ever decided to bite). But I get it, most are usually uneducated or, from what I've encountered, had a negative experience with a venomous snake (usually rattlesnakes).

Kent is my favorite part of your videos!

I think the dark table is going to be 2309°F

You have been my fav snake mentor. I agree with everything you say, HOWEVER it also pissed me off when i took my BP to the vet, IN A CONTAINER and some lady literally looked at me and said "ew is that a snake, how gross" and i felt violated and annoyed that anyone feels confortable saying shit like that regardless of the pet.

Just discovered and love your channel :) you should do a video on subtleties in snake behaviour, would be interested in hearing about your experiences in reading snake behaviour

Great great video, thank you!!!

Again love this content daddio

I haven't taken my BP named alpine put in public or to anyone's house. Just around my house, and I noticed with him that he's fine crawling about the tables for about 15 minutes and after that he kinda just settles down and balls up a bit. Not a balled up out of fear, just a "alright I'm done exploring" loose type of balled up. I'll take him back to his enclosure and let him be by himself for a while.

OMG! Thank you so much, that was so nice of you 💕

Really well said!

Love your videos

Great video on taking your snakes outside! I leaned info I did not know. I have not taken mine outside but at least now I know what to do if I decide to go outside!!! Thanks Bob

You rock, Bob!

Very informative and so glad about hearing the plea of it is bad for the hobby. We don't need negative Nancys to push lawmakers to ban snakes. I've taken both of my CA kings out for short walks while holding them for enrichment. They didn't tense up though I've had them want to hide under my arm, which was all I needed that they were done and back inside we went. Getting them adjusted to being outside a little at a time so I can eventually take them out to programs & slowly introducing them to different environments to see if they will be okay with doing outreach programs.

I have never taken Neffie outside but I will as it gets warmer, so this is helpful. As for festivals- At home I give him the proper heat and humidity, a chance to thermoregulate, and places to hide if he doesn't feel like facing the world. And I do this for good reasons. I want my snake to be happy! But I can't provide these things when he is just wrapped around my neck. And when you are excited to go to a cool event you will probably get carried away. I can imagine thinking "I will just stay for an hour" but that is not the way that ever goes.

I take mine outside rarely and I don't ever put them down but yeah some of them seem to like it but some don't.. anyways thanks for sharing...

I always love your videos greetings from Germany (and yes my name is really göring)

Maybe bring a snake hook outside just in case they crawl on some hard to reach place one overlooked. I don't want to take my leopard gecko out because they are so small and quite fast when sprinting, but I'm on a process of growing her an indoor "play pen" with grass and plants. She does have big enclosure, but I kinda want to try how she likes grassland.

You know dat man he made me feel kinda intrigued about snakes Iv always bin shook of em but would love to hold one now

Man, you hit the nail on the head about some people looking for negative reactions because they like it. I've met people with that mindset who enjoy scaring people with their vicious dog.

You're the best brother!

ok table temperature. On one hand wood has a low conductivity, meaning is feels way colder compared to the thermal energy contained in the material and is slow to take on thermal energy from the surrounding medium (that's why you can lay on a wooden bench in a 90°C Sauna with out issues) but on the other hand the laser thermometer should by pass that. And since the thermal energy comes in form of radiation (light) it gets more than it can conduct away to the air (and radiate away, which is not wood specific). So there's a really hot top layer with an extreme gradiant. I wouldn't be surprised about anything between 100°F - 170°F

Great informative video! How long after an outdoor area has been treated with pesticide/fertilizer would you consider it safe?

I have been waiting for a video like this. Thanks for the info. The conditions have to be perfect for a snake to enjoy transitioning to outside it seems. Kinda not worth it 🤷‍♂️. One day I’ll get my banana out, no rush though

snakes 🤝 me easy sensory overload

I have been starting to socialize my young BP back in the late summer when it was still fairly warm, I only did it twice before it started to get chilly. The only place I took him was to Petsmart because he likes to watch the goldfish and it was at night so it's A LOT less people for him to feel overwhelmed/stressed. I warmed up my sweater in the dryer a bit so the pocket would be nice and warm for him to hide in. He's so well mannered and can't wait to take him out again in warm evenings when he's active a bit. (I don't dig him out of his hide)

Man your channel is underrated.

That is a BEAUTIFUL snake!

My ball ive been taking to the bakery in my small village for like a five minute walk and she loves it there, exporing all the counters. They love her there, i let her relax in the garden with me for as long as she wants, its adorable how she loves everything and everyone loves her. She changed a lot of peoples minds on snakes and i think its so amazing how being unknowing can scare someone so much

This video helped me a lot! I've only got my first ball python a week a go, a female mojave. But your analogy with the fact that if something feels hot to your hand as a surface, maybe it's too much for your BP. Saying that because I ignored temp gun in favour of two digital thermometers and now my snake stays only in the cool side of 22c celsius

Another Hitta ,,,,, Congrats '

great video! where did you get the playpen?

Hi Bob, I actually disagree with some your points. I think what you are trying to promote here is being a responsible snake owner and I think that's great! I think that there are far too many snake owners out there that, frankly, just shouldn't have snakes. Points I do agree with--Of course, always monitor temperatures and humidity and don't take your snakes out for EXCESSIVELY long outings (that's just part of being a good snake owner), but I think to say "don't take them in public" is wrong. Our ball python quite honestly loves going outside and interacting with new people. He is curious and loves the extra interaction! I think it depends on the temperament of your snake and how accustomed they are to handling. There are other snakes who would not be suited to social outings like that. I also find that people LOVE it when I bring my snake out with me to a festival or on a walk. It's a great opportunity for education. I agree that you should always be aware of your snake's body language to make sure that nothing is ever "too much" for them. But to make a blanket statement that you shouldn't take them in public or that it scares the snake and is bad for them, or imply that someone is a bad or irresponsible snake owner for taking their snake in public, is too general and just simply untrue. I am all about educating people about caring for their reptiles properly because they are so often mistreated due to a lack of knowledge or understanding, so thank you for being part of the community that is there to educate!

When we took our corn snake out, we took his favorite Buddha statue hide with us so he had a comfort item to hide in and be more relaxed. We put it on its side so he could come out on his own to explore. He did not know what to think about the grass. Lol. We only did it for maybe 10 mins total.

How do you feel about taking your snakes to a reptile show? I have been too a few since researching and getting my girls and I see people with their snakes and other lizards but not sure how I feel about it possibly contracting something. I have a small gift shop I sell my crochet items in and they are always saking me to bring the girls to let people get an experience. I may do that this summer but worried about the negative people.

Does she take orders for those rocks ? I would love to have one for our corn and my soon to be BP.

is it okay to take a snake out in a bag w yk climbing equipment and tha for them to go on outside??

I have been enjoying all your videos since I recently got myself a sweet baby girl ball. I’d like to know what playpen you have. I like the size of yours. I got a cheap one and I am always worried I won’t notice a tear in it and she escapes

My ball free romes my room at least 2 or 3 days a week and I take him into public like parks movies and stores and he is alot calmer since I've started doing that I mean calmer as he dosent jump when his head is bumped and it takes hours till he starts showing stress

I take my snake for walks when its summer .. i love it although most ppl arent impressed. I just eanna make sure i can make him as confortabl As possible

Hiya Bob, what if we take our BP to the park and they get a tick or two. Do you have advice on how to remove them?

I might miss the live stream but can watch it later...if you get a moment my only question is about the desensitizing so if you can share that with us on the live I'd be extremely grateful.

Where did you get that “playpen “ or whatever it would be called lol I have one but it’s only about a foot tall and my snakes can easily get out of it.

Well its 2 yrs later, but Question?? I got a new toilet Lol Anyway I got a really nice big box that it came in, ive been trying 2 make a little Living room/ outdoor playpen, so by using the cardboard having it being as darknas it it, & he has his scent on it, that would be a good thing yea? Because ppl CANT see him Hes in a dark space of his own.? Hope to hear your response 🐍✌️😎🐍

How do you travel with a snake to the vet/park/petsitter? What do you need in the travel tub?

there are actually 3 ways you can legally and safely take a snake outside without getting into trouble. (if the snake is going to be ok outside, obviously.) 1. for educational or reptile show related purposes with prior approval from the venue or public place. 2. for veterinary checkups or to be fitted or weighed at a preapproving pet store. 3. the most interesting one; if it is a licensed emotional support animal in your state. meaning, if you register your snake as an emotional support animal, you can take it into public places so long as you have the documentation to prove it is actually an emotional support service animal ok'd by your doctor. the amazingly weird things you learn when trying to research the legality of owning a pet snake in minnesota. because the laws for exotic pets are spread across dnr websites, 4 separate state law pages, and a single court conversation recorded. all of which is so vague that the only thing you can get from it is that you need a license to breed them, and it can't be native or wild caught.

I personally think it depends on the animal and where your taking it if your taking them to a pet store or pet friendly area and your snake isn't stressed then it can be a good way to socialize a snake but if your snake is stressed and your taking it to Walmart that's a bad idea. I will bring my ball python to Petco and a tractor supply store occasionally as he's very social and seems to enjoy people

I've seen people few and far between with snakes around their necks on vacations or in touristy areas, usually ball pythons as you said. I think it is sorta cool to have your little buddy chilling there like a piece of jewelery and showing him off but there's lots that can go wrong. Say you walk by somebody on the sidewalk who's terribly afraid of snakes and they don't see it until they're right next to you and you really scare them badly... It can be seen as rude and inconsiderate to bring a snake near strangers without warning and the whole thing can become obnoxious fairly quickly. Then there's the risk that your snake actually strikes at somebody and you're in trouble. Perhaps doing it sparingly and in other forms is acceptable, like a calm stroll through the park a reasonable distance from others but so that curious spectators can come look. Something like that.

exactly and lets say you do bring your snake outside but someone sees the snake and they have a phobia most phobias end up with like hitting and swating scraming or crying so defenetly bring your snake outside but only on your porch or backyard.

She is beautiful and huge. I love the pinstripe gene.

Do you think that a snake with a planted bioactive setup would be more likely to be fine with grass?

What if you go to a friend's house or family function

What daytime high Temps are to be avoided when taking them outside ? Is there a good range to stay in ? It's been 90s here and been hesitant about taking them anywhere

Oh my snake is a spider ball and I need a rock! Her name is Phenix My leopard gecko is a mack snow named sara

I had a heat pad go out and went to PetSmart the other day to get a replacement and there was a lady there who brought her probably 5 month old ball python with her. It was like 25 degrees out. It really bothered me

i once had a bearded dragon and the one time i took her outside she freaked out, broke off the leash, and ran under the porch. I did not take her outside after that. is there any risk of a ball python doing something similar?

I take my ball python outside on the grass but i get followed by all the other tenants armed with cameras. I did warn everyone and what it is.

Hey I make a bio active enclosure for a baby ball python I got everything covered but I need a second professional opinion if I need something more or less any way is there a way to contact u?

What happens if the native snake goes out into the heat of the African day? Do they ever do that?

Ya my hognose his name is Gibbs like the guy from NCIS cause when he was baby and now he loved to investigate things but with him I'll open his cage and he decides when he wants to c9me out he will come to edge I'll hold up my hand and alot if tomes he will smell me and co.e right to me and sometimes he will smell me and just stay right at the opening with his head resting just chilling next to me very cool personality and his girlfriend she's a toffee glow her name is zeva like from same show she's sassy but a sweetheart they will be breeding this next season maybe may wait 1 more well see love your videos

And while out n about you never know WHO gas and or handles rats, mice, hamsters, guinea pigs, so fourth n so on and they are ALL food sources to a snake that triggers a feeding reaction

Hi I regularly take my pythons outside for "playtime " in my garden and in public ..like to my workplace! 🤣 over the years I have experienced fearful people holding my pythons within 20 minutes sometimes Even sooner to witness the shift in people's perceptions is awesome the joy and fascination on their faces is priceless as is the information that you share with all of us 🙏 live your passion

My initial reaction is that risk ain't worth the marginal reward. Never really occurs to me as a serious thing to do. But let's see if my mind is changed (as it often is by these great talks).

I totally agree I will never take my snakes out in public again. I had a bad experience. Pegasus is my big boy and I took him out and he pooped and he regurgitated. I will never do it again.

ive taken my ball python to the charity shop once and it turned out great so im half and half with this i completely agree you should not take a snake to a crowed festival or out in crowded areas and it should be no more then a hour. FYI i want her to be an ambassador animal as shes very active and laid bk

Do you think I could take the snake out maybe to a pet store to let them pick out a new enrichment, like check one out? Just curious, I get my ball python very soon and I want to know if it would be ok to do that.

What if I want to bring my snake to the reptile store to get a mouse or just small places with me or if I want him to bond with me and trust me more, I was gonna crochet or buy a little swaddle pouch to carry him next to me against my chest like a baby, sometimes I don’t like going to the store alone for small errands, having a snake would make me feel more safe cause men wouldn’t really try to mess with me, plus I wanted to register him as an emotional support animal

Haha kens paranoia xD

when going to a pet store what would you suggest after getting home? maybe changing clothes before handling, not handling that day? or is it really only a concern if you happen to handle one of the snakes from the store itself? thanks for another great video, im getting my guy fathers day weekend, and of course the weather is gorgeous so the thought of going outside did cross my mind, which im guessing is partly why you did the video right now lol

As long you watch for the girl that holes I had a big female named BB and a small one called brat and I used to take him outside all the time there in our yard not to where people can see them but to where we can keep an eye on them and play with them and they have the time no I just stick around you about 10-15 minutes Aveda longest time I have them out

I get lots of positive attention but I also control the situation by only allowing a small amount of people nearby at once for education purposes. The rest are just not allowed in the tent lol.

It's not my problem people are afraid of snakes and idgaf! It's my snake and if I want to go out in public with it I will! What i do it for is no one's business! All this is your opinion! In exception of the surface heat. Public is accessible to everyone who is not doing anything illegal and it definitely is not illegal to take my snake to the park! ✌❤

I take my snake outside once to twice a month depending on how hot it is outside.