very placid pythons... what are my chances?

[nagini-baby]

hi all after losing my python nagini not long ago im thinking i would like another python at some point.

now let me explain my situation. i have a visual imparment (not blind) i have some vision but am considered legally blind. so if a snake strikes my eyes dont pick up the movement until its already latched on and im pooping myself lol.

nagini was my first snake and he was perfect from the start. even as a baby he never struck or tried to bite. which was exactly what i want in a snake. he ate redily but had respect for his handler which i gave back to him.

i am looking to find another snake that is as placid as him. what are my chances? as ive had a bitey snake before and it didnt work out as it was to hard with my eyesight. and i couldnt stop shaking lol im a rather big wuss

any thought would be appreciated..

cheers

 

[hornet]

you will find most young snakes are snappy to some extent so you would be best off buying something a little older, mayb a year old or so would be a good start

 

[nagini-baby]

yea hornet i am looking at something a little older im in no rush to have a hatchy again.. they are cute but slippery little things lol

 

[moosenoose]

I think if you talk to a breeder they'd put aside an animal with a reasonable temperament. In reality snakes, particularly pythons are opportunistic ambush predators. Even the most placid python in the right situation would be only too willing to give someone a right royal whack :lol: Good luck

 

[hornet]

they can be quite fun but bloody fast lol

 

[Bez84]

Best bet is an older snake, occasionally people put up beloved pets for sale as they can no longer care for them so buying an older snake that is used to regular handling etc is your best bet.
Or you could always get a bearded dragon lol.

 

[grannieannie]

I have a Stimmie, he was a yearling when I got him and will be 3 at the end of March, he's just gorgeous. Stimmies are known to be placid I think, so maybe one at least a year old with a proven eating habit and nice nature would suit you. Not saying it won't strike sometimes, my Barrie has had me twice, but only when he was extra hungry and I didn't realize it.

Good luck.

 

[dillon123777]

i think maybe a coastal aged between 5-10 would be your best bet make sure you no what your buying into make sure you acctually get to hold the python an well try an see what its modd is i say good luck to you mate

 

[nagini-baby]

lol i already have quite a few beardies and i maiss having a snake around. nagini was a spotted so im used to the smaller snakes.. and my partner wont let me get a big one lol shame..

 

[Mace699]

hey i would reccomend a Murray Darling for the most part they are placid beautiful snakes i've had my girl for years and she's very calm and has been since day one.

 

[jham66]

Find a trustworthy seller with an older snake and explain your situation, I would be surprised if someone who reads this thread doesn't know someone else who will be able to help you...... There is a history of good will on this forum.....

 

[pythonmum]

Whatever you get,an older animal with an established temperament is a great bet. We got my daughter a yearling Stimson that was very placid. In 7 years it has never attempted to bite and has been a great pet, feeding well, but never moving too quickly or aggressively. Some of the larger pythons can also be very tame and, by virtue of size, are easier for you to see. The problem is that if they do bite, they will cause you more damage. Wait and find a nice animal nearby. Talk to contacts locally. Someone may have an animal they are thinking about selling that is placid.

 

[derekm]

I have a Stimmie, he was a yearling when I got him and will be 3 at the end of March, he's just gorgeous. Stimmies are known to be placid I think, so maybe one at least a year old with a proven eating habit and nice nature would suit you. Not saying it won't strike sometimes, my Barrie has had me twice, but only when he was extra hungry and I didn't realize it.

Good luck.

I agree. I also have a Stimmie that lives up to this breed's reputation for being placid. My wife is very vision impaired and, while she does not handle the snake, I understand the challenge you face.

One idea that I would recommend is that you handle the Stimmie during daylight hours where possible. I know that mine is pretty much never in 'feeding mode' (highly alert and focussed on any movement) during the day but, except for a few days after a meal or around shedding time, is almost always in 'feeding mode' in the evenings (probably because this species is naturally nocturnal).

Good luck with whatever you choose.

 

[Torah]

I dont know much sure everyone else will tell you that ,but I do know my pythons are all placid ! I find my Darwin's really really gentle.

 

[nagini-baby]

thanks for the imput guys

 

[Luohanfan]

pity your in Bris, i have a yearling spotted male, that is very placid, only bitten me once, which was my fault, as i should have realized he was hungry..
I would have sold him to you..

Surely there is someone else around on here with a placid small snake they could sell you!..

 

[Scleropages]

Just talk to a few breeders , I always have a few from each cluch I breed that are very easy to handle from the start...I am sure some one will have some yearlings to can buy.

 

[micksta9]

Well mate i'd offer you my to boys but sadly they are too perfect for me and my snake scared wife, even she loves them. They are both from Snake Ranch and i got both of them when they were yearlings. I have a Tanami Woma and a Wheatbelt Stimson's and they are so placid it's like they are on valium (i am so lucky with temperament!). I did however ask the guys for a relaxed snake that isn't aggressive with the staff and they selected these two boys for us. I would recomend you do the same good luck

 

[Asharee133]

luohanfan, u can use AAE

 

[nagini-baby]

i have a breeder im currently chatting with. hes gonna send me some pics.. has a few that should suite...