I've taken mine out to let the neighbors have a look at them (and touch or hold them if they want). There is still a bit of apprehension from some of them but mostly they want to see the two of them, compare them and asking lots of questions. The snakes have been quite a learning experience for all (I have been an owner for almost a year and this forum has been such a great resource for me so I like to spread the knowledge around a bit!). Unfortunately, I have only the two snakes and (can you imagine?) they both shed at the same time! I got my boa in April and since then they both shed at the same time every 6 weeks or so. They are different ages, etc so I thought I would have one to play with when the other is shedding. Guess I have to get more snakes!