cageing?

i really am sorry if this is in the wrong part but do any of you know how to make a REALLY cheap retile rack?for only 1 retile?

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Originally Posted by Michael

i really am sorry if this is in the wrong part but do any of you know how to make a REALLY cheap retile rack?for only 1 retile?

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Why would you make a reptile rack for only one reptile?
Racks sole purpose is to lessen space of multiple animals. Just get a tub with a lid and secure the lid. You have your single reptile rack.

like do they need any lighting i have to put together a cage before i buy one im new. :confused:

No special lighting is required for BPs.

You could build a rack for a single snake, but there is no need. If you want to, there are lots of places you can find plans for building a rack, and you could modify it for only one snake.

But I think it makes more sense for a single snake to just use the lid and hold it on securely with clips. Some people also use bungee cords to hold the lid on. For one of my corns, I am using one of those tubs that the lid latches in place pretty securely on the ends. But with a tiny hatchling corn, I was worried that it might be able to push up just hard enough in the middle to squeeze out, so I wrap velcro around the middle to hold it securely, because the shape of this lid didn't work well with the clips I use. There are lots of options.

Most people find it easy to control the heat and humidity in tubs. Start out with a small number of holes (easily made with a soldering iron), then add more if necessary until the humidity stays stable at the right amount.

For heat for a single snake, I would just get one of the stick-on UTHs, but instead of using the adhesive it comes with, I'd just tape it in place. This way you have the option of using it on a different enclosure later. Then control the UTH with a good quality t-stat, and you should be all set.

do you think this would be good enough for a ball python?
http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/s...l224/cage1.jpg


http://i583.photobucket.com/albums/s...el224/cage.jpg

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do you think this would be good enough for a ball python?

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With the proper modifications, that tub will be perfect for a young BP. Do a search on tub set up, and you'll get some really good info on how to set it up.

what is the biggest size that i can hold in this for a BP

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Originally Posted by Michael

what is the biggest size that i can hold in this for a BP

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Just my opinion, but that tub could easily hold a BP up to 500 grams or so. Depends on how many hides you end up needing. Two is recommended, but with a tub, sometimes you can get away with one...depends on the snake. Does the sticker that came on the tub say what size it is?

there is no sticker but ill go try to messure it with a tape ruler

Flip it upside down and measure the bottom...that's where it's the most narrow.

the lend is 1 foot and a inch
and the width is 9 inchs

That should be plenty big enough for a young BP.

umm do you think it will servive in a garage?

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umm do you think it will servive in a garage?

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That depends on the garage. Some get very hot in summer and might kill your snake. Some get very cold in winter and you'd need to be very careful about your setup to be sure it could maintain proper temps.

No matter where you keep it, you'll need proper equipment to maintain the proper temps.

I don't suggest keeping a ball python in your garage, because the temp fluctuations would make it very difficult to maintain proper temps.

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Originally Posted by Michael

umm do you think it will servive in a garage?

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The garage is a very bad idea. Under your bed would be much better than the garage. If you have a situation that's keeping you from bringing a BP into your house, you may just want to wait until your situation changes.

@ OP,

Are you aware that BPs need quite specific temperatures and a temperature gradient at that?

yeas its just my dad thinks that they smell and i keep telling him that they dont if you clean up the cage any sujestions on try to convince him?

Explain to your Dad that one of the big advantages to BPs and snakes in general is that they don't smell. Casually mention to him that if snakes smelled, they wouldn't last very long in the wild. Stealth and not smelling bad means many predators pass right by.

hopefully thia works

oh sry for double posting, but i have a zoo med under tank heat pad are these good for BP's?

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umm do you think it will servive in a garage?

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Read the caresheet and if you want to know how to make a good tub or vivarium to keep your snake in, read the DIY forum. I was in the same position as you about 4 months ago and you can get all your questions answered if you just do some research. I've read your last 2 threads and you seem to be pretty unprepared, do some research