Taking your BP out in public

[I-KandyReptiles]

It's stressful for any animal that's poorly acclimated to the outside world but I still see people walking around with dogs that will jump at passing cars and bark at other people all the time. Also, people engage in very similar activities during reptile shows and other such events yet no one is ever particularly bothered by people showing them off there? The only thing that has been changed is the venue.

I also don't think that wanting to show off an animal that you enjoy is really bad? Like there's such a stigma against wanting attention but it's a pretty natural need and I do truly believe that it can be done by a responsible owner with little to no stress on the animal itself.

Comparing a dog to a snake is like comparing apples to oranges. Dogs NEED to be socialized, taken on walks and be outside. Snakes DON'T. And how can you tell if you're snake is "acclimated to being outside".

Also, at an Expo, people KNOW there are going to be reptiles. If people dont like snakes, it's doubtful they'll go to an expo. Whereas if you're walking around with your snake, you're forcing those around you to be near to the snake. People have phobias, and you should respect that.