I handle mine just enough to keep them tame. As much as being tagged doesn't bother me, it's not a habit I'd like my snakes to learn. :3
i.e., I take them out for about 10 minutes once or twice a week. In the summer, I might take one or two out and let the kids in my neighborhood have a look - it's always good (and fun) to educate them about snakes - but I never keep them out for long, and I make the kids keep their distance and the noise down.
Snakes are not cats, they do not like to be pet or cuddled. Nor are they dogs, they aren't loyal, and they do not like to go for walks. They do not love, and as far as emotions go they have only a few modes... those being eat, drink, poop, sleep, breed, shed, eat. Taking your snake out that often can have adverse effects, and may very well be stressing your little guy out more than if you let him be for most of the week. I understand that you love your snake, as I love all of mine, but you need to take into consideration that your little guy has specific needs and is not a domesticated pet, and giving him a little bit more space might be best for the little guy.
I'm sorry if in ealier posts I was harsh, but you should realize that the things you may imply can anger a lot of people, as I'm sure you have noticed.
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