I am pretty jazzed about getting a ball python. I am wondering what is it really like to have one? How active are they in their enclosures? Also when you handle the snake, what do you do together? Do you let them go outside in the grass? Do they hang out on you? Other playtime activities?

I'm looking for real-world experience to set my expectations appropriately before making a purchase.

I am particularly interested in the ball pythons because of how they look and their gentle nature, so I want to understand better how to enjoy them within their limits. The well-being of the animal is my #1 concern of course

its easy to find all the husbandry and technical info, but harder to find info on how people interact with their pets and what normal handling and playtime is like. ya know?

thanks

PS - long time fish keeper, first time herper.