Is Reticulated Phyton that devil many describe?

[CosmicOwl]

Originally Posted by eminart

Because it's a red flag that a person doesn't have any true understanding of the animal they're keeping/talking about. The first thing a person should understand when dealing with animals, is that they think like whichever animal they are. Applying human rationale to the behaviors of other animals is a recipe for failure.

While I believe this is true of reptiles, many mammals and birds are capable of building strong emotional bonds with humans.

[Minkness]

Originally Posted by CosmicOwl

While I believe this is true of reptiles, many mammals and birds are capable of building strong emotional bonds with humans.

Agreed! Howeber he did state that animals think like the animal they are. Aka, dogs more loyal, cats more independent, ect. They definitely can bond closely with humans, but snakes do not, and I think that's what they were trying to say =)

[CosmicOwl]

Originally Posted by Minkness

Agreed! Howeber he did state that animals think like the animal they are. Aka, dogs more loyal, cats more independent, ect. They definitely can bond closely with humans, but snakes do not, and I think that's what they were trying to say =)

I know, I just felt like adding a bit more. Also, I've always found cat personalities to be similar to human personalities. Independent but social. We enjoy company and affection but also like our personal space. With the exception of my old cat of course. He is and always has been extremely affectionate. All he wants is to be loved and cuddled every second of his life.