Easy humid hide

Hello, I thought I would share an easy humid hide I made today using a container I had from takeout food I ordered a few days ago. I checked on my BP today since I could smell he needed a tub cleaning. I discovered he had started shedding so I decided to make a humid hide with sphagnum moss to help him. I love seeing simple husbandry tips from household items. Gave me the idea to order these from amazon instead of buying expensive hides. I can get a pack of 10 for about the price of one plastic hide. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...2a04955055.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...0bd599747e.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...5ea4e045d0.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...56cfdf2ce0.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...b26a970c5a.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...e18140b93a.jpg


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interesting idea - I think I will try that!

Good idea!!

Does anyone ever have problems with sharp esges from making a DIY hide out of plastic bowls/saucers and stuff? I never tried it, because I was worried about this.

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Originally Posted by redshepherd

Good idea!!

Does anyone ever have problems with sharp esges from making a DIY hide out of plastic bowls/saucers and stuff? I never tried it, because I was worried about this.

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I worry about that too. Haven't made a hide, but I think using a lighter to melt the edges may help.


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Originally Posted by BPGator

I worry about that too. Haven't made a hide, but I think using a lighter to melt the edges may help.


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It doesn't appear like it, but I sanded the edges on mine. Also, I left it in there temporarily. After about 45 minutes I went back to check on him and he had shed and pooped. Cleaned it out and removed it. I could have left it as a nice hide but at that size it was too large in my opinion for his current set-up. If you decide to try it, use a cutting tool like a sharp knife (X-Acto), scissors will crack the plastic beyond where you want your cuts.

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Originally Posted by redshepherd

Good idea!!

Does anyone ever have problems with sharp esges from making a DIY hide out of plastic bowls/saucers and stuff? I never tried it, because I was worried about this.

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If there are sharp points in the plastic an emery board will smooth them out easily.

I've been known to select fast food restaurants and menu items when I eat out at lunch based upon the size or shape of the plastic container the food comes in. For instance, the container for Chick Fil-A salads and wraps doesn't need a "door" to be cut to become a hide due to its shape. Just wash it and use it.