I wish ...

I wish we could have a big bold link at the top of the BP husbandry page that links directly to the BP Care Sheet page that says, "Yes, you do need a thermostat" or something to that effect.

i wish pet stores would sell thermostats more widely.

That's a brilliant idea or even an automatic pop up when you go to click on BP Husbandry...something!

It's really messed up that a lot of pet stores don't tell people they need one and also messed up that the heat mats for reptiles don't have a huge WARNING exceeds temps of ***...bad, bad cycle.

They actually do have a warning on them that they should be regulated.
Most people think they are smarter though......SMH

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Originally Posted by Snoopyslim

That's a brilliant idea or even an automatic pop up when you go to click on BP Husbandry...something!

It's really messed up that a lot of pet stores don't tell people they need one and also messed up that the heat mats for reptiles don't have a huge WARNING exceeds temps of ***...bad, bad cycle.

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we used to have a member here on the forum that was really good at yelling in ALL CAPS at peeps for not having a thermostat. that was kinda like a pop up warning lmao. miss the guy...

Totally understand your frustration sadly we can't spoon feed every body (we also respond to question all the time) and the answers how often already here as some questions are asked over and over again.

People who want a pet should research it and I don't mean just one source they should take their time and do their homework, that is THEIR duty as new owners whether it's a gecko a BP a Hognose a frog, sadly some do not do that even though the information on this forum is readily available and the important points are usually stickied threads.

And as the saying goes you can lead a horse to the water...............

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we used to have a member here on the forum that was really good at yelling in ALL CAPS at peeps for not having a thermostat. that was kinda like a pop up warning lmao. miss the guy...

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But when you do that people think you are mean and rude :rolleyes::rofl:

I used to work in a small pet store that had a significant reptile customer base and I recommended buying those hydrofarm tstats and selling them for a profit but the owner didn't care :rolleyes: Unfortunately a lot of people don't know or care about how important they are

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Originally Posted by Ax01

i wish pet stores would sell thermostats more widely.

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Me too, that's a big thing. It would even be nice if they bought Hydrofarms and resold them at ridiculous prices, because at least they'd have something. But just try to find a thermostat for any price at a big-box pet store. And there are some people who won't buy anything for their pet unless it's made for pets.

I'm also surprised that pet stores don't push them. I mean, it's a chance for the retailer to MAKE MORE MONEY.

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Originally Posted by Deborah

But when you do that people think you are mean and rude :rolleyes::rofl:

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Even when you draw it out in crayon and show photos of a belly burn. :rofl::rofl::rofl:

Without this forum I would have had no idea. Almost no other resource (and I researched my head off) mentioned them. And of course the pet store didn't sell it; I had to buy one online.

I often wonder myself why the stores do not carry them. I think I'll ask next week when I go get rats. Maybe there is some kind of liability issue I am missing. I understand that when you are selling animals how a tank set-up is more appealing but even that could be sold as a kit correctly. I could even see how tubs could sell. You put everything together for the customer so all they have to do is plug it in. I did ask one time why they did not sell heat tape and they looked at me like I was an alien from outer space and this was in a reptile specialty store.

EXACTLY, as I said in a different thread. Someone should make a CORRECT kit with everything attached. Just plug it in.

This is wishful thinking, but there are a bunch of us. Basic beginner tank. Locking lid. Proper substrate and heating. Thermostat. Correct hides, thermometer, hygrometer. Maybe a spray bottle or something for misting. A copy of the care sheet, tank setup guide and UTH setup guide.

Eh.

My local store carries Herpstats - but they also breed their own feeders as well as high-end boas and BP's.

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Originally Posted by JodanOrNoDan

I did ask one time why they did not sell heat tape and they looked at me like I was an alien from outer space and this was in a reptile specialty store.

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Because it is a product that as adapted to the reptile world. ;)