{"id":155867,"date":"2022-07-14T12:15:38","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T12:15:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/"},"modified":"2022-07-14T12:15:38","modified_gmt":"2022-07-14T12:15:38","slug":"is-a-python-a-good-pet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/","title":{"rendered":"Is a python a good pet?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Is_a_python_a_good_pet\" title=\"Is a python a good pet?\">Is a python a good pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Which_python_is_best_for_pet\" title=\"Which python is best for pet?\">Which python is best for pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Is_python_safe_to_pet\" title=\"Is python safe to pet?\">Is python safe to pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_ball_pythons_friendly_pets\" title=\"Are ball pythons friendly pets?\">Are ball pythons friendly pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_pythons_friendly\" title=\"Are pythons friendly?\">Are pythons friendly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Do_pet_pythons_bite\" title=\"Do pet pythons bite?\">Do pet pythons bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Can_a_python_crush_you\" title=\"Can a python crush you?\">Can a python crush you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#What_python_makes_the_best_pet\" title=\"What python makes the best pet?\">What python makes the best pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#What_is_the_most_friendly_python\" title=\"What is the most friendly python?\">What is the most friendly python?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#What_is_the_best_snake_to_have_as_a_pet\" title=\"What is the best snake to have as a pet?\">What is the best snake to have as a pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_pythons_pet_friendly\" title=\"Are pythons pet friendly?\">Are pythons pet friendly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_all_pythons_friendly\" title=\"Are all pythons friendly?\">Are all pythons friendly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Is_it_safe_to_pet_a_python\" title=\"Is it safe to pet a python?\">Is it safe to pet a python?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_pythons_nice_to_humans\" title=\"Are pythons nice to humans?\">Are pythons nice to humans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_pythons_safe_to_handle\" title=\"Are pythons safe to handle?\">Are pythons safe to handle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_ball_pythons_safe_pets\" title=\"Are ball pythons safe pets?\">Are ball pythons safe pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Do_ball_pythons_like_to_be_pet\" title=\"Do ball pythons like to be pet?\">Do ball pythons like to be pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Is_a_ball_python_snake_a_good_pet\" title=\"Is a ball python snake a good pet?\">Is a ball python snake a good pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Can_ball_pythons_be_affectionate\" title=\"Can ball pythons be affectionate?\">Can ball pythons be affectionate?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_ball_pythons_aggressive_to_humans\" title=\"Are ball pythons aggressive to humans?\">Are ball pythons aggressive to humans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_some_pythons_friendly\" title=\"Are some pythons friendly?\">Are some pythons friendly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Do_pythons_like_to_be_held\" title=\"Do pythons like to be held?\">Do pythons like to be held?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Are_pythons_gentle\" title=\"Are pythons gentle?\">Are pythons gentle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Do_pet_python_bites_hurt\" title=\"Do pet python bites hurt?\">Do pet python bites hurt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-python-a-good-pet\/#Why_do_pet_pythons_bite\" title=\"Why do pet pythons bite?\">Why do pet pythons bite?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_python_a_good_pet\"><\/span>Is a python a good pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ball pythons are among the most popular pet snakes. They are good beginner snakes because they are docile and easy to care. Housing for a ball python can vary from simple to elaborate. The most important thing is that you follow several rules and check in on your pet often to ensure it appears to look and act healthy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_python_is_best_for_pet\"><\/span>Which python is best for pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ball Python. The ball python (Python regius) is currently the most popular pet snake, made so primarily by the crazy amount of morphs that are available as well as their generally very shy demeanor. With proper care techniques, it is not too difficult to keep a ball python.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_python_safe_to_pet\"><\/span>Is python safe to pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do ball pythons pose other dangers to people or pets? Ball pythons are submissive and <b>should not be a threat to you or other pets, as long as you keep them in an environment that meets their needs. You should not cage these snakes with other pets because they are solitary.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ball_pythons_friendly_pets\"><\/span>Are ball pythons friendly pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Are Ball Pythons Friendly? Ball pythons are docile snakes, but <b>they can be very friendly and comfortable being handled by humans if you hold them once per day and handle them gently.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_pythons_friendly\"><\/span>Are pythons friendly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While they will certainly take a little time to tame, <b>theyre among the friendliest snakes out there. The key is consistent and gentle handling. If you take the time to handle your ball python once or twice a day, they will become extremely comfortable around you, and you shouldnt have any problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_pet_pythons_bite\"><\/span>Do pet pythons bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ball pythons are popular pets  for those who have snakes as pets, that is. They are fairly docile, but <b>may bite you for one reason or another. Ball pythons are not venomous and dont have fangs, so a bite may not be as severe as other snake bites.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_python_crush_you\"><\/span>Can a python crush you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pythons can swallow humans because their lower jaw is indirectly attached to their skull, allowing it to expand. Also, a pythons lower jaw comes apart, allowing it to further open up.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_python_makes_the_best_pet\"><\/span>What python makes the best pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ball Python. The ball python (Python regius) is currently the most popular pet snake, made so primarily by the crazy amount of morphs that are available as well as their generally very shy demeanor. With proper care techniques, it is not too difficult to keep a ball python.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_most_friendly_python\"><\/span>What is the most friendly python?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>#1) <b>Corn snake<\/b> They would be voted best personality in the yearbook of snakes. Corn snakes are very friendly and love to be handled. Because they are easy to take care of they are one of the most popular pet snakes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_snake_to_have_as_a_pet\"><\/span>What is the best snake to have as a pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The Top 10 Best Snake Pets to Own<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Corn Snake. One number one choice for the best snake pet is the corn snake.<\/li>\n<li>2. California Kingsnake. The second pick on this list is the California kingsnake.  <\/li>\n<li>Ball Python.  <\/li>\n<li>Western Hognose Snake.  <\/li>\n<li>Rosy Boa.  <\/li>\n<li>Garter Snake.  <\/li>\n<li>Milk Snake.  <\/li>\n<li>Gopher Snake.  <\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_pythons_pet_friendly\"><\/span>Are pythons pet friendly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ball pythons are among the most popular pet snakes. They are good beginner snakes because they are docile and easy to care. Housing for a ball python can vary from simple to elaborate.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_all_pythons_friendly\"><\/span>Are all pythons friendly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ball pythons are docile snakes, but they can be very friendly and comfortable being handled by humans if you hold them once per day and handle them gently. An adult ball python will enjoy wrapping themselves around your arm or waist, but you can easily unwrap them when you need to.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_safe_to_pet_a_python\"><\/span>Is it safe to pet a python?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Though a ball python may look cool and threatening, <b>its actually pretty docile. The most popular pet snake breeds are generally pretty relaxed as pets. They can range in sociability, but theyre usually happy to just hang out in their tank, and respond pretty well to being handled, as long as you start them young.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_pythons_nice_to_humans\"><\/span>Are pythons nice to humans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Snakes and other reptiles are <b>generally not affectionate to humans. They may become more tolerant of their owner, but they remain mysterious and hard to read when it comes to emotions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_pythons_safe_to_handle\"><\/span>Are pythons safe to handle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ball pythons should be handled at least once a week, but typically no more than 3 to 4 times per week. Never handle your ball python more than once per day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ball_pythons_safe_pets\"><\/span>Are ball pythons safe pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The ball python is a good snake for a beginning snake owner. They typically grow to be up to five feet long, they are not as large as many of the other constricting snakes that are kept as pets, they are quite docile, and they are easy to handle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ball_pythons_like_to_be_pet\"><\/span>Do ball pythons like to be pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do Snakes Like Being Petted? <b>Snakes do not really enjoy being petted, although some will naturally tolerate it and others will learn to tolerate it with regular and careful handling. Certain species, including ball pythons and the likes of corn snakes, do tolerate the practice more than others.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_ball_python_snake_a_good_pet\"><\/span>Is a ball python snake a good pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Social, docile, and low-maintenance are just a few of the qualities that make a ball python a good pet. In fact, these medium-sized snakes make such great pets that theyre widely regarded as one of the best snakes for beginners.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_ball_pythons_be_affectionate\"><\/span>Can ball pythons be affectionate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Snakes and other reptiles are <b>generally not affectionate to humans. They may become more tolerant of their owner, but they remain mysterious and hard to read when it comes to emotions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ball_pythons_aggressive_to_humans\"><\/span>Are ball pythons aggressive to humans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ball pythons arent aggressive, so as snakes go, they make good pets. Keep in mind that ball pythons love to coil up into a ball. They should never be forced out of their coil, or they may act out aggressively.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_some_pythons_friendly\"><\/span>Are some pythons friendly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though <b>pythons can be friendly with humans, they can be destructive to a new environment, so never release one into the wild.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_pythons_like_to_be_held\"><\/span>Do pythons like to be held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes, ball pythons like to be held and pet, primarily based on the average amount of human contact they receive. Traditionally, snakes are fearful of humans, which means that ball pythons dont like being held. However, the same concept does not apply to captivity because the snake gets socialized differently.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_pythons_gentle\"><\/span>Are pythons gentle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Theyre actually very docile, gentle snakes. People who dont like them dont know a lot about them. Theyre pretty amazing animals and we can learn a lot from them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_pet_python_bites_hurt\"><\/span>Do pet python bites hurt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Is It Dangerous? Simply put, <b>ball python bites are not very painful. While their teeth are quite sharp, ball pythons dont have strong jaws. Accordingly, bites typically feel like a series of tiny pinpricks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_pet_pythons_bite\"><\/span>Why do pet pythons bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ball pythons are among the most popular pet snakes. They are good beginner snakes because they are docile and easy to care. 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