Dangerous pet products that should never be used for pets

[snake man12]

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

[infernalis]

Originally Posted by snake man12

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.

[snake man12]

Originally Posted by infernalis

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

[millertime89]

Originally Posted by infernalis

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.

[iBaman]

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

[ra94131]

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.

[iBaman]

Originally Posted by ra94131

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)