Hey, I don't think keeping a venomous snake as a pet is a good idea, but don't take it out on keeping snakes as pets. They actually make fantastic pets for people who would like a very low-maintenance pet. Not to mention that they come in very beautiful colors and patterns. And people are rarely allergic to them. I have a small kingsnake and I just love her. So all you people who think keeping snakes is dumb, don't judge everyone just because you wouldn't keep a snake.