Thread: Analysis of Care etc?

Okay, so here's what I've done for a start: -removed the lid form the water dish, and put less water in the water dish so she's less inclined to soak. However, it is still stable and seems like it would be hard to tip. -Before I had her in a 30 gallon tall; recently came into possesion of a 30 gallon wide. I tried to properly transfer her to the new cage using some guides I found on ball-pythons.net. She seems to be doing...

Sounds much better! I don't think an auto mister is necessary, they are more for amphibians and to be honest, are way over priced. There are other things you can do to keep humidity up that are just tank modifications and don't require fancy equiptment Work on getting that thermometer/hygrometer and some new hides and you should be set.

Re: Analysis of Care etc? What she said ^^ She/he looks really good though. Such a pretty little normal. If you want, try to get her a tub to live in. Like a 34 qt from Walmart. They are only like less than $10, and fairly clear so you can still watch her. They hold humidity really good too. Remember, give them lots of luv and attention __________________ "Be not afraid of greatness: some are born great, some achieve greatness, and...

Re: Analysis of Care etc? For the most part it seems ok, but I second the opinion that paper towels will work better than cage carpet--do you really want to wash that with your clothes? ^_^ I recommend Viva brand paper towels--they're very cloth-like, absorbant, and harder for the snake to crawl under. Take care if she snags bedding (of any kind) when she grabs her food, you may want to watch and be sure she doesn't swallow it along...

You should also add a controlling device to the UTH if you don't have one. Thermostats are preferred but you can also use rheostats or lamp dimmers from Lowes or Home Depot. I believe the lamp dimmers will cost you about $10... Rob

I didn't read the whole thing... But an easy/cheap mister... A 2 dollar spray bottle from the garden center in wal-mart. Do it once a day.