My Response to ignorant peoples comments about me

No offense to you dog people on here.
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This was in response to people talking behind my back That snakes are a dangerous pet and I should not be keeping them.

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0.43 people every year from constrictor snakes? That seems really high for deaths, or really low for bites. Either way, good point. I think this all the time when people try to convince me snakes are dangerous.

Cat litter eating mutt? lol...the best way to help people see things from your perspective is to hurl ranting insults at them...:gj:

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Originally Posted by sho220

Cat litter eating mutt? lol...the best way to help people see things from your perspective is to hurl ranting insults at them...:gj:

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No no. I prefer to throw some knowledge at them then a little " fu" to add good measure

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I actually would love to see where you got the statistics from! Not in any sarcastic way, because I completely believe you. I would love to share the info, but personally I think it's a stronger point (at least coming from myself) when I can SHOW people the proof, such as where the numbers come from. Is there a link to the study/stats somewhere?

Thanks! :)

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Originally Posted by NH93

I actually would love to see where you got the statistics from! Not in any sarcastic way, because I completely believe you. I would love to share the info, but personally I think it's a stronger point (at least coming from myself) when I can SHOW people the proof, such as where the numbers come from. Is there a link to the study/stats somewhere?

Thanks! :)

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Just basic research from various websites that gather statistics.
Im just so tired of the false stigma snakes have.

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Everyone should have at least one snake in their household...they are lifesavers! :Dhttp://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/ani...rom-house-fire

At first the whole dear god it will eat you and your child thing drove me nuts...the weird looks and what not. Then you talk about snakes worth more than their car / house and all of the sudden they seem interested :D

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Originally Posted by NH93

I actually would love to see where you got the statistics from! Not in any sarcastic way, because I completely believe you. I would love to share the info, but personally I think it's a stronger point (at least coming from myself) when I can SHOW people the proof, such as where the numbers come from. Is there a link to the study/stats somewhere?

Thanks! :)

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http://www.humanesociety.org/issues/...or-snakes.html

According to the enemy, 17 deaths since 1978 in 2013, so that breaks down to .48 deaths per year or I think it would be better worded as "doesn't even average 1 death every other year"

You should calculate out the statistics for bites and deaths by the size of the animal population. If there are millions more dogs than snakes, it's only obvious that there would be more bites. The question is more what's the percentage chance of being killed by a single dog or a single snake according to the statistics.

It really bothers me because people uneducated in the subject think and talk as if I'm somehow putting my kids in danger by keeping these animals. Especially when said people have dogs the size of horses. Not that the dogs are a danger but is keeping snakes certainly are no more of a threat to them. People just fear what they don't understand. But as a responsible parent I absolutely need to set the record straight when such accusations are made. Not only are they safe, they teach respect and responsibility it gives my kids and I something that is "ours" that bonds us. Something as mundane as spot cleaning crap may turn out to be some of the most memorable time I spend talking with my kids growing up. Always after all that point being when people say dumb things I really think its on us to put the truth about our hobby out there one person at a time.


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It really bothers me because people uneducated in the subject think and talk as if I'm somehow putting my kids in danger by keeping these animals. Especially when said people have dogs the size of horses. Not that the dogs are a danger but is keeping snakes certainly are no more of a threat to them. People just fear what they don't understand. But as a responsible parent I absolutely need to set the record straight when such accusations are made. Not only are they safe, they teach respect and responsibility it gives my kids and I something that is "ours" that bonds us. Something as mundane as spot cleaning crap may turn out to be some of the most memorable time I spend talking with my kids growing up. Always after all that point being when people say dumb things I really think its on us to put the truth about our hobby out there one person at a time.


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Well, actually I guess we could be putting our kids in danger by subjecting them to these snakes!
If we don't make sure the kids get a good education, work hard, and get a good job they will not be able to afford this addiction, causing them to seek psychiatric help!!
Hahahahaha!!!!!😂

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Originally Posted by Slashmaster

You should calculate out the statistics for bites and deaths by the size of the animal population. If there are millions more dogs than snakes, it's only obvious that there would be more bites. The question is more what's the percentage chance of being killed by a single dog or a single snake according to the statistics.

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Dogs get registered, snakes do not in most places. So I'm not sure how you would get that number.

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Something as mundane as spot cleaning crap may turn out to be some of the most memorable time I spend talking with my kids growing up.
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I have spent lots of quality time with my daughter cleaning/feeding the snakes. Wait until they clean the for you! It's really cute when they think they are sneaky and want to surprise you with having cleaned the snakes. I love it when my daughter tip toes into the kitchen for a garbage bag and gloves while I'm cooking dinner. :)

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Originally Posted by Rob

It really bothers me because people uneducated in the subject think and talk as if I'm somehow putting my kids in danger by keeping these animals.

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Because your kids are going to get eaten one day Rob! Think of the children!

I love it!I have heard the what about the kids thing so many times,my kids love the snakes,all of them,have no fear of them but tons of respect!I have a hundred pound pit bull,that DOES bite and no one says a word but that my house is robber proof!It's crazy but I never argue I just laugh,they are ignorant and missing on the greatest stress relief and the thing that actually saved my relationship!

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Originally Posted by Daybreaker

Because your kids are going to get eaten one day Rob! Think of the children!

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Such a logical point!!! Lol :p


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Slashmaster is the most accurate person on this topic. You can't compare statistics of an animal that is ever-present in the America household to an animal that is a niche market. Furthermore, you'd have to calculate in time of interaction - how often are snakes handled versus say time where your dog is in reach to actually bite?


I get the point you are trying to make, but posting statistics is about as reliable as a used car saleman's word. Just let it go in one ear and out the other. I have no idea why you're so rustled, but people bring up points for the sake of argument, not to pursue the truth or have their mind changed. When someone actually wants to learn they'll initiate differently.

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I have no idea why you're so rustled

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Because I was told I and any parent that keeps and teaches their children about snakes are irresponsible parents. When it couldn't be further from the truth, and they are just ignorant and misinformed on the subject. The only reason I made the dog comparison is simply because they keep large dogs, not because it was an apples apples comparison.

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I think some people are irresponsible period and should have a dog, snake or turtle but I do not believe one is worse then the other its people.My snakes are docile but they can bite, so can I lol.Some animals get bad raps because their owners don't take precautions, which are important for everyone's safety.My kids love my snakes but I lock the cages and they are not allowed to touch them unless I am with them,the same as I do not let them answer the door because the dog will bite strangers, I do think most people with ball pythons deserve alot of credit we give our pets so much attention so imagine how much we love our kids!I do see why someone could be concerned but I strongly doubt anyone on here fits that bill.Like I said when I had my last child and people seen my dog I heard it then to, but now my dog sleeps under my sons crib and its awesome to see a huge dog love a tiny little boy, following his walker around as he feeds her his snacks saying raf raf lol.

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