I know bp's are known to be secretive, need their privacy, etc. However, at my house, it is kind of difficult. With three kids and a dog, it seems it is always chaotic at our house.

When we first got our BP six months ago, I wasn't sure where to put his cage. Our basement is quieter than the rest of the house, but it also is colder (and it is where the kids' rooms are, so there was the potential of them messing with him). I finally decided to just put the cage in our living room (the busiest room of the house), and see how things went.

Well, after six months, he has never missed his weekly meal, is putting on weight, and has had nothing but perfect sheds. I wonder if he has adapted since he has been in this crazy environment for almost his entire life.

At times it seems like he likes the activity of the day. Many times I seem him peeking out of his hide, and occasianally if we are making a tastey meal I see him come out to investigate -- he acts a lot like our dog!

And if he wants his privacy he will retreat. The last few times I have fed him (after he has constricted the already dead rat), he will take it in his mouth, and go into his hide to complete his meal.

I just wanted to share my story -- I think it is fun how it seems as though he actually has a personality.

Thanks,

George