Yeah I definitely know what its like to have people getting overly excited and 'grabby' around the snake, there have been a couple of times when my balls have gotten some harsh treatment like that. I had a party at my place once, about 30 people my age, im 17, and theyre all fascinated by my snakes. And tell you, for 5 hours straight it was being passed around - even after i took it from them put it back in the tub someone would come along and pick him up OUTSIDE MY SUPERVISION, everyone literally getting very grabby, bringing them around all getting a turn. and the poor guy was so stressed he was balled up for good couple of hours even after. After that, it was lock and key for every snake whenever I have people over. Luckily it wasnt dropped or injured, but really stressed..