Some snake questions!

[BCollie]

Hmm, what size under-tank heating pad should I get? It gets pretty cool in my house, will that be a problem for a snake even if they have an under-tank heat pad?
I'm looking to get a Zoo Med ReptiTherm Heat Pad as they're well priced and have good reviews.I just don't know if I should get a small, medium, or large. I might start the snake out in my 15 gallon tall and then move him or her to a 40g once I can afford one.

[RyanReptile]

Originally Posted by BCollie

Hmm, what size under-tank heating pad should I get? It gets pretty cool in my house, will that be a problem for a snake even if they have an under-tank heat pad?
I'm looking to get a Zoo Med ReptiTherm Heat Pad as they're well priced and have good reviews.I just don't know if I should get a small, medium, or large. I might start the snake out in my 15 gallon tall and then move him or her to a 40g once I can afford one.

A good rule of thumb is that the heat pad should take up approximately 1/3 of the cage. colubrids typically require their hotspot between 85-90 so investing in a thermostat to keep your heat pad at those temperatures is an absolute must.