can a python tell whos its owner is?

[NightLad]

i think it is rather sad when people try to put their emotional wants onto an animal that in reality could care less if they were no longer around, as long as that animals needs are met.

The question was simply, "can a python tell who its owner is?" I think you read more into it than was there. What you've responded with would seem to belong on the "does my snake love me" poll.

this is emotional need that humans have, is the same reason why they drag their snakes out in public, to the ocean, to walmart, etc etc.

I don't see how the need to show-off an animal like a prized possession, or for shock-value, equates with believing it recognizes its owner/primary care-giver.

i wish people would put the animals actual needs first, then their own emotional needs second.

What you seem to be describing is more along the lines of a need for external validation and recognition through the medium of owning an uncommon animal. In this instance, the snake. I believe you are describing a personality flaw that is belied by a much deeper issue within the individual.

There are people who deeply care for their animals, and perhaps, also believe that their animals reciprocate those feelings on some level. I don't think that this belief system indicates an inherent lack of devotion to the needs of their pet. In contrast, I'd suggest that it often indicates a higher level of overall dedication.