I work at a pet store, and one of the ball pythons is a problem shedder, which isn't a big issue for me. It is most likely going up for adoption since it's had this issue since it arrived. Since I am first in line to adopt, and I live in an area that is prone to power outages during the winter, what would be my best option for heating this snake in case of the power goes out?

I do have a gas stove, so heating water in case it sheds in the winter isn't a big deal.

I'm looking for some kind of generator that will be able to power at least a heating pad as well as two (2) tanks lights, for around 1-4 or 5 days.

How would this (or something like this) be?
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Steele-Pro...rator/21009066