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Originally Posted by Doug 351
OK....Sooooo....when EXACTLY did you have an HVAC system failure, and how old was it at the time???. Now...you can lie all you want, but everybody here has had one for 15-20 years no problem.
So ...outside of a back-up generator, a viv is gonna get colder than a room a lot faster. I don't know about snakes getting sick from lack of a heat source.
Not saying it's a bad idea to provide a heat source, just that with the right circumstances, and the right species, it's very doable.
My 15 year old Texas ratsnake has spent about 20 minutes of her life on a heat rock....otherwise, she's been perfectly happy.
And I've had quite a few other snakes as well...but I don't do exotics that are maybe used to tropical temps.
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I'll go point by point.
1. I haven't had any issues. What I'm saying is if there IS an issue with it it'll cost more than a single thermostat or a new probe.
2. In general, rooms aren't insulated like an enclosure to keep in the level of humidity and heat that is required to keep these animals. Most people don't check into that sort of stuff and end up with mold or mildew in their walls because they didn't seal/check for proper insulation. We are talking exotic snakes, not a local Texas one.
3. Snakes get sick from a lack of proper heat. Again we aren't talking about catching a snake in our backyard. Common sense would dictate that for the most part (aside from when air conditioning is on) that a local snake species can be fine in local temperatures/humidity. But we're on a forum that has people from around the globe who keep snakes from around the globe so we have to discuss big picture here.
4. Yup. You spend 15 years, every minute and hour watching your snake and know it's never spent more than 20 minutes on a "heat rock" (God awful product that is).
5. Again, this is about all species. I accept your premise on your local snakes but that's where the discussion ends for you. When you have more experience in what we're talking about (considering the OP mentioned specifically boas and pythons) you can come to the adult discussion again.
If you'd like to refute my points again and try to point out where/how I'm wrong feel free. I don't think you'll get far.
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