Here is one of my own favorite posts...

Quote Originally Posted by littleindiangirl View Post
Do we have to tag such specific words like "love" and "commitment" to a snake when it would easily fit in the category of "I feel no stress with you" or "you stress me the flip out"

Again, I still stand by my opinion that any behavior from a snake can be put into one of two broad categories of: Fear or secure.
I believe they can feel either stressed and fearful, or secure and content. Whether it's towards their enviroment or keeper. They strive to find a secure setting, and strive to find food because they are basing their actions on their instincts.

If a snake feels secure and safe around you, then take the compliment. I dont think you should try and complicate it by labeling it as affection or love. Even in the simplest sense, I don't think they have any emotions. That doesnt mean it's a robot, it's able to make its own decisions, but that doesn't mean it's "reasoning" things out
And to add to it

On the topic of DOGS!

Cesar Milan, one of my favorites, explains that no matter what you think, your dog does not love you unconditionally. Wow, never truer words spoken! When he pees on the couch, he's not thinking about what he's putting you through emotionally. He's not thinking about the disappointment you have in him, but he DOES know that if he pees on the carpet, he will be punished for it.

Is there such a thing as unconditional love? Is it something you feel, or an idea you put in your own head?




Also...
Quote Originally Posted by littleindiangirl View Post
When does open-minded cross over into gullibility?
Can snakes feel emotions? I've seen no evidence to suggest that.