My Intro.

Sounds to me like you'll fit in around here just fine!! :clap: Welcome aboard! :handshake

Yes I did my research, I have seen some of the herp cages people have on here. I think I am going to go with a tub encloser, I was going to go for glass but I read it is hard to keep the humidty right. Yes I also am going to go with a breeder, One of the breeders from here on this site, I dont want a snake that is unhealthy and sick. The ones at the pet shops arent well taken care of. I am going to use flex watt tape, Is there better heating supplys to use? I also am going to use the Helix DBS1000 Proportional Thermostat from reptile basics. Going to use a digital thermometer from walmart that everyone suggest. If there are better stuff you use, Please tell me I am going to save up and buy the best I can for the snake I get.

:welcome: Aboard!!! Sounds like you're heading in the right direction!!! :gj:


Since you're doing the research and setting up soon, and willing to let it sit a few weeks to stabilize, you're doing great.

Tubs are easier to establish, maintain and clean. *I have both tanks and tubs* The flexwatt is a good UTH, and since you're getting the acurite and a t-stat, that's the huge chunk of your expenses.

Oh, and BTW....when U get your setup ready and your baby.....WE WANT PICTURES!!! :P :P :P ;)


Glad to have you!

:sunny: RuLyn

Yes I will post pictures, Know I am looking for a good breeder from this forum that I can buy a snake from.

Awesome Job!!! :rockon:

Hey at 16 that's not a bad wage at all and sounds like a great, fun job...congrats on getting the job! It's wonderful that you are planning this out so well. You'll save yourself a lot of stress, wasted money and worry and your future snake will be much happier and healthier because you've cared enough to start out being a responsible owner. Good for you!

Adam's an amazing resource here, don't hesitate to contact him or ask him questions. He's got a passion for these snakes that's wonderful to see and a knowledge base that's pretty amazing. Reptile Basics (owner's name is Rich) is a great supplier and will pre-wire your flexwatt so it's basically plug and play. They'll also advise you on what you need for the size tub you are setting up and the temp of the run it sits in, tstats, etc. For a nice 07 hatchling you won't want to be going with a huge tub at first anyways.

If you need a bit of a "shopping list" of start up supplies just ask and we'll happily help you make it up with a view to something that works beautifully for ball pythons but won't break your wallet either. Stay away from those chain pet stores. Their snakes are not very good and most of their supplies are way overpriced and quite honestly, in the case of say dial thermometer - crappy quality, in the case of heat rocks - deadly to your snake. They also tend to give you either outdated or just plain wrong husbandry information.

Welcome to BPNet! :)

Ok Thanks, Know I have a quick question on the flex watt tape, Does it like tape to the bottom of the tub? If so then is it removable so I can put it onto a bigger tub when the snake gets bigger or do I have to buy more?

Thanks Mike

Mike--I think you've duly impressed us all with your forethought and willingness to spend what needs to be spent in order to give your future baby an awesome home! I know I'm impressed!

If you're looking for a breeder Adam (8Ball Pythons) who posted earlier in your thread, is a breeder many on this site swear by for excellent service and animals :)

Yes, you ean either tape it underneath or lay it underneath the tub works great. What is your room temp like? you might need another for the cool/ambient side.

I am not very sure but I would geuss around 60-70 I would say.