Kids with Reptiles - Picture Thread

[Skyrivers]

So funny you say that!! My brother had my BP out yesterday and my father's girlfriend was holding him. As always, I was never more than a few feet away, watching every move.
Well I had to run inside to get some food going so quietly pulled my brother aside and said "keep an eye on Tyson".

And he said "Cheryl has him, she's comfortable with him" to which I replied "I'm not worried about her, but that's my boy in her hands!!!"

Hahahaha! I wasn't worried at all about him biting or anything, his well being was my concern!! My snakes are either locked safely in their enclosures, or if they're out I'm right there with them.

I am always prepared to take the hit or protect my animals when letting others hold them or even pet them. I do education first then stay right there looking out for them. First thing someone always wants to do is put Rainbow around their neck. I try to discourage the practice in general. Not that she would intentionally hurt them but that she will grow much larger and could eventually hurt someone doing this. Technique and no-go zones are always discussed before hand as well as not grabbing and just guiding them where to go.