New Healthy Ball Python - Need Some Tips - Page 3

mattchibi · 09-21-11, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by blindfireak40

I can almost guarantee that infrared does not cause cancer. It's less energetic than visible light; if it caused cancer then seeing things would cause cancer as well lol

Also, GREAT job with your setup!! It's always nice to see a new owner who did their own research but is still willing to take expert advice

Hopefully she calms down for ya soon, so you can get us pictures

Thanks : ) As soon as I have her feeding regularly, Im going to start playing with her (shes a beauty). Shes pretty big for a 3 year old, shes close to 3.5 feet and has decent girth. Her previous owner Brandon was feeding her every 7-10 days apparently so shes a good feeder too. We will see how she does for me hehe.

I also decided to go with Plantation Soil made from Coco Husks for now, if i find it too humid or dirty i may decide to mix it 50/50 with something more dry.

Again, thanks for all the suggestions guys.

**millertime89** · 09-21-11, 12:53 PM

too bad you bought the thermostat already, I have one that I purchased from Menards (hardware store) and modified to work for my vivarium. Works great and only cost me about 40 bucks (I had to buy a new spool of wire for it, otherwise 35). Cancel your order and I can make you one and ship it to you. Its programmable to day/night/weekday/weekend cycles.

blindfireak40 · 09-21-11, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by millertime89

too bad you bought the thermostat already, I have one that I purchased from Menards (hardware store) and modified to work for my vivarium. Works great and only cost me about 40 bucks (I had to buy a new spool of wire for it, otherwise 35). Cancel your order and I can make you one and ship it to you. Its programmable to day/night/weekday/weekend cycles.

I smell a how-to thread....

youngster · 09-21-11, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by blindfireak40

I smell a how-to thread....

Me too......

**millertime89** · 09-21-11, 01:53 PM

Oh fine, there's already one out there but I suppose I could make one since I did it a bit differently.

LLinz · 09-21-11, 02:16 PM

I use a big zoo med UTH, no complaints it works great. I have to use a UTH as well as a ceramic heat emitter for my BP because of where I live. It makes it harder to maintain humidity, but keeps up ambient heat.

mattchibi · 09-21-11, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by LLinz

I use a big zoo med UTH, no complaints it works great. I have to use a UTH as well as a ceramic heat emitter for my BP because of where I live. It makes it harder to maintain humidity, but keeps up ambient heat.

Thanks for the input

where exactly in canada do you live ? i live in toronto and i find the climate is pretty moderate except during the winter season. maybe u live more north

LLinz · 09-21-11, 02:32 PM

I live in southern Manitoba. Gets very cold here so keeping up heat can be tricky.

SnakeyJay · 09-21-11, 04:00 PM

If heat is still an issue then try a wooden viv.

mattchibi · 09-21-11, 06:57 PM

Read abunch of reviews and talked to a few petsmart people, who all agree that the exo-terra is NOT a good UTH heater and will not provide enough heat alone to keep your BP happy

i went for the zoo med 30-40 gallon, it was 8" by 12", should be perfect for my tank.

cant wait to set it all and up and show you guys : )

another thing i was wondering about guys.. rub nose. is this a common issue with snakes in glass terrariums ? I put up some magazine pictures and one of the static background things on the back of mine so that only the front is open now. was this a good idea ?

Lankyrob · 09-22-11, 05:38 AM

Yes it is a good idea, BP's are very shy animals so the less exposure they have the better.

**millertime89** · 09-23-11, 06:16 PM

here ya guys go.
http://www.ssnakess.com/forums/gener...tml#post634600