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Old 08-06-12, 08:03 PM   #1
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Re: Dangerous pet products that should never be used for pets

I would say they are dangerous to most reptile species save for a few exceptions. They should never be used for snakes or lizards with very specific requirements. My 0.02
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I would say they are dangerous to most reptile species save for a few exceptions. They should never be used for snakes or lizards with very specific requirements. My 0.02
Now that much I agree on.

And not everyone has a heated reptile room to put them in.

I specialize in Thamnophis (Rare Garter snakes) that can live from central America to Alaska, so the tanks work fine for them.

However, when I see tropical/rainforest animals in fish tanks, it infuriates me.
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Now that much I agree on.

And not everyone has a heated reptile room to put them in.

I specialize in Thamnophis (Rare Garter snakes) that can live from central America to Alaska, so the tanks work fine for them.

However, when I see tropical/rainforest animals in fish tanks, it infuriates me.
That was what I was try to get at, thanks
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However, when I see tropical/rainforest animals in fish tanks, it infuriates me.
When done right, its not an issue. I kept my BRB in a glass aquarium for several months with no issue. I'll agree it shouldn't be recommended to anybody but it can serve well in a pinch when set up correctly and sealed.
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Re: Dangerous pet products that should never be used for pets

I use a tank for my bp...as long as i put a towel on top and have a heat lamp set on super low, it keeps heat and humidity just fine. Just gotta know how to work with it ;D
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I think the biggest problem with glass tanks is that they are frequently marketed/sold as the primary means for housing reptiles when in fact they are just a less desirable alternative to a number of more appropriate choices. They do work for certain animals in certain situations, but even then usually require some modification. They are definitely not the best choice for a new owner or one that doesn't understand their limitations.
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I think the biggest problem with glass tanks is that they are frequently marketed/sold as the primary means for housing reptiles when in fact they are just a less desirable alternative to a number of more appropriate choices. They do work for certain animals in certain situations, but even then usually require some modification. They are definitely not the best choice for a new owner or one that doesn't understand their limitations.
Exactly. It was my first snake, but I did oodles of research before I got him. After building my retic enclosure, I'll work on one for him...but for now, he does great (he's just a little small for his age, which I don't think is tank related xD)
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