(I was a volunteer at the zoo, and was walking around an exhibit room with a boa constrictor in my arms so people could pet her.)
Man: “Can we pet it? It’s not slimy, is it?”
Me: “No sir, not at all. She’s very sweet, go ahead.”
Man: *pets snake* “Wow, it’s really soft.” *reaches for my head* “Let’s see if its handler is, too…”
Me: “?!?” *dodges his hand*
(Thankfully, he left quickly!)