Black Headed Pythons?

[Karilyne]

If you are a responsible pet owner I don't see why you can't safely own large snakes and keep them in the house with your family. I certainly do with my fosters. Now if you aren't feeding it, putting it in a cage it's strong enough to break out of, not handling it to keep it tame, etc...then you have no reason owning a snake period. That is just my 2 cents worth.

If a BHP is something you truly want then you will do the research and work to make that a real possibility. The worst advice I've heard someone give is "start out with something smaller and see if you still want a snake". That's how animals end up abandoned in shelters or wild released. Get a snake you are going to be passionate about. Talk to Derek Roddy or the guy from HLH Reptiles (he has gorgeous Womas as well as BHB).

I have a Woma Python and my 8 year old and I love her to bits. Great snake with a great temperament. Her brother though is a real arse so I would ask the breeder specifically for one with a calmer disposition.

Good luck!