Handling Ball Pythons

[steepe99]

I was wondering, is there a correct way on how to handle ball pythons? Or is it just a place the snake in your hands kind of thing? I know you try to support the body weight and not touch the head but is there any other things that goes along with handling?

[carlson]

I just hold them, don't think i do anything special

[Capray]

I pick them up with both hands in the middle part of the body, "hooking" them, not grabbing.
Then hold in hands or place on shoulder.

[Mike41793]

Elegantly, is how I do it.

[TheSnakeGuy]

Firm but gently, supporting the heaviest part of the body so not to overly stress any particular muscle group.

[TheSnakeGeek]

I pick them up with both hands in the middle part of the body, "hooking" them, not grabbing.
Then hold in hands or place on shoulder.

this. and don't stick them in the freezer.

[Renouji]

My adult male will just crawl up my arm and around my neck as soon as I stick it into his tank if he wants out, my female is still small so I just scoop her up into the palm of my hand to pick her up.

[Meletee]

Just remember to be very gentle whilst handling your balls

[Pythonfriend]

they dont like to be firmly held, just hold them in a way that allows them to slither through your hand. Also they get nervous and move a lot when they feel there is a risk of them falling down, so yes, well-supported on the arms or shoulders is the right way to go.

apart from that, there isnt much that you could do wrong.

[Mr Oni]

Can you fit one in your mouth?