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
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.
@@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.
@@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.
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!
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.
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 🤯
@@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!!!
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.. 😂
@@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 😂
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
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 🙄
“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 UA-cam 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 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! 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻
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!
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
@@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?
@@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🇦🇺🙋♂️🇦🇺
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! ❤️
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!😊
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!
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.
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
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
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!!!!
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. :)
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.
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.
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!
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 😏😏
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!
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
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!
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!
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!
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
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.
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 🥰❤
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
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Thanks for your videos I have a hypo jungle and I don't handle him as much as I should. Life has gotten very busy and I don't handle my snakes as much as I should. Your video has given me the confidence to get back into the handling of my snakes
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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!!👍🏻
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!!
I have an 18 year old red tailed boa constrictor named Harvey. He has never tried to bite me once I'm already holding him. Outside of feeding, he has only ever tried to bite when I startled him while reaching toward him to initially pick him up. Once he's picked up, he knows he's safe and is totally fine and calm. He enjoys play time and likes to cuddle with me. He's so docile and passive. I'm surprised to see how nervous and bitey these others are while being held!
“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.
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.
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!
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
@@JasonsExoticReptiles I'm so far away bro but I've got everything clear for mij fist beautiful berm' of your collection, do you think it's possible to get a snake of you here??? I am in Nederland, and I saved a few euros for my dream. If it's a bad idea just tell me i Gonna watch out further. Greed's Hannes
@@johanneschristoph9413 unfortunately exporting Burmese Python’s is really pretty much impossible from the United States. Shipping to the Netherlands in general is extremely time consuming and pretty Costley and itself. You are much better off looking for a local breeder in the area.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles thankful for your absolutely fast answer. 😃 Even if I don't listen to as i should, your snakes are an exaption of health and beauty!!!
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
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.
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
I had the same scenario with my albino corny. She's so docile now, 9 months old and bonding on. :)
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.
@@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.
@@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.
@@SaurianSoul Love to hear it, I was just letting you know so you're snake doesn't get sick. Enjoy!
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!
Thanks! for the video Jason, very useful information, plus great comparisons you made.👌🏿
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.
@@SobrietyandSolace totally!
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@@SobrietyandSolace so true!!!
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 🤯
lol. Comment might win a prize haha.
how is your kingsnake doing now?
@@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!!!
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.. 😂
@@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 😂
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
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
Thank you!!
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 🙄
“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 UA-cam 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! 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻
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.
@@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! 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻
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!
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
@@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?
@@taiy5296 for me its not the pain its the thought that it bit you, and when is it going to bite
@@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🇦🇺🙋♂️🇦🇺
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! ❤️
Thank you so much and good luck with her. She will calm down shortly
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!😊
Which Python did you get??
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!
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.
Thank you!!
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
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
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!!!!
I appreciate that!!
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. :)
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.
Thank you!!
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.
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!
Thank you!!
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
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 😏😏
Hah thank you.
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!
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
Paper towel roll has always been my friend with the spicy ones lol
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!
Thank you! If you like this one, stay tuned for the video dropping tomorrow at 4pm est!
Thank You Jason, i’m a beginner from Italia 🇮🇹 and ur video really helped me. Francesco
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!
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!
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
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.
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 🥰❤
Thank you!
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👌
Haha thank you!
A snake hook has been the best decision I’ve ever made, makes me so much more comfortable
First snake was such a good boi. So curious and cute
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
Thank you!!
Jason is great to do business with very helpful. An always response to any questions you may have.
Thank you Mark!
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.
Thank you!
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...
Lol
Brilliant methodology with a nice long term perspective. I loved it! My hat is off to you sir. 🙏🙏👏
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.
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.
This was so incredibly helpful. Thank you a million!!!!!
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!
Thank you!! That has got to be one of the best videos I’ve seen in awhile!! Confidence is key!!
Thank you!
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!
Thank you bro!!
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.
Thanks for your videos I have a hypo jungle and I don't handle him as much as I should. Life has gotten very busy and I don't handle my snakes as much as I should. Your video has given me the confidence to get back into the handling of my snakes
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.
My defensive ones typically calm down once out of the enclosure
Always love seeing another video out from you!
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.
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
Thank you!
I got my first snake 4 weeks ago and she has just started striking at me, I really hope this works :)
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
Thank you!
Thanks for this beautiful informative video. This will surely build our confidence to handle defencive boa.
Love this, I have been fortunate that ive only been bit once in my several years of owning snakes ❤
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.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Thos 2 last snakes are beautiful man.
Thank you!
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.
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!!👍🏻
Great video! Thanks for uploading.
Thank you!
Love this video bro! Wish you all the best in 2022
Glad you back making videos man
Thank you! Good to be making the videos again
Beautiful boa collection
Great video! My son and I really needed this. Thank you!
Great to have you back. Always good to have more informed voices in the hobby.
Thank you!
Thank you !!!
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 '
Gorgeous boas Jason! Great content too, we need more folks like you around!
That second snake was flexing from head to tail!
Hey Jason..excellent content man. G'day from all the way down here🇦🇺🙋♂️🇦🇺
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!!
Finally! Glad youre back bro. 🤘🤘🤘
Thanks for posting this. Really helpful.
Great video!!! Thanks!!!
I have an 18 year old red tailed boa constrictor named Harvey. He has never tried to bite me once I'm already holding him. Outside of feeding, he has only ever tried to bite when I startled him while reaching toward him to initially pick him up. Once he's picked up, he knows he's safe and is totally fine and calm. He enjoys play time and likes to cuddle with me. He's so docile and passive. I'm surprised to see how nervous and bitey these others are while being held!
Thank you for your knowledge and video.
Thank you for watching!
Thank you
Love this!!
Awesome vid Jason! As always
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
Great Video, its good to see you again!!! awesome presentation!!!! stay healthy for you and your family.
Thank you
Very informative 👍Thank You
Solid video!
“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.
Thank you!!
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.
Great video Jason. Glad to see more content from you!
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!
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
Best channel. Beautiful animals
Thank you!
@@JasonsExoticReptiles I'm so far away bro but I've got everything clear for mij fist beautiful berm' of your collection, do you think it's possible to get a snake of you here??? I am in Nederland, and I saved a few euros for my dream.
If it's a bad idea just tell me i Gonna watch out further.
Greed's Hannes
@@johanneschristoph9413 unfortunately exporting Burmese Python’s is really pretty much impossible from the United States. Shipping to the Netherlands in general is extremely time consuming and pretty Costley and itself. You are much better off looking for a local breeder in the area.
@@JasonsExoticReptiles thankful for your absolutely fast answer. 😃 Even if I don't listen to as i should, your snakes are an exaption of health and beauty!!!
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
Very informative video bro and those are some stunning looking boas 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💯💪🏽
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.
Thank you and happy thanks giving to you as well
very good channel i guess. I like the way you think about defensive snakes
great video again. thanks
Great video
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.
Posting for your algorithm. Awesome video. Never been afraid of bites but I imagine people who hate needles would also worry about bites.
Thank you!! I really appreciate the support!
As always, great video. I appreciate you and I’m grateful for how much your videos helped when I got my boa. Thanks!
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.
Awesome video man. I love how you are so informative. Can't wait to get on your level!!
I appreciate that!
ty great stuff
This was an amazing video.
Great Teaching Video Jason!
Thanks as Always.. Merry Christmas.
Thank you! You too!
Thanks for the tips
Too awesome.
Thank you!
Great presentation, well done 👏🏼👏🏼