Well all arguments/discussions concerning what sort of cognitive abilities snakes have, it is a given fact that captive bred are well cared for in most cases. Certainly by everyone here I would guess. I think it helps to think of domestic animal enclosures as homes rather than cages. In the short time I've had my BP, he seems to enjoy being handled, but when I lower him to his home, he goes in on his own. Likewise the dwarf hamster and every pet rodent I've ever had. Same goes for dogs that are accustomed to being crated at night. All of those animals have very different levels of cognitive abilities, and every one that is kept by a responsible person feels that is their den/safe place. Their bed, treats or toys where applicable are all there. To me it's no more cruel than putting a child into a playpen to keep him/her safe while you are cooking dinner, or into a crib with bars until they are old enough to be safe. In my opinion pets are much like a perpetual child. We remain responsible to them for the entirety of their lives.
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