I can't imagine Cat liking them if they were actually python skin, but I did have the same thought at first!
why not? i have slippers made from fluffy bunny heads, an elephant bum sofa, my bed sheets are actually whale skin and i am currently wrapped up snuggly and warm in a LOVELY patchwork quilt of little baby seal, tiger, wolf and bear skin/pelts. also i have a real ivory cigarette holder!......