Quote Originally Posted by Craiga 01453 View Post
Awesome! You're definitely off to a great start. And once everything is dialed in and running optimally it's easy breezy. Just daily checks on equipment and temps and you're good to go.
The only thing is you will want to get your heating equipment regulated by a thermostat asap. For the time being, you'll want to unplug the UTH heat mat.
A thermostat regulates the temperature, just like the one in a home or car. It also limits the temps the equipment can reach, eliminating any chance of burns caused by heat spikes. Heat spikes can even be fatal.
So essentially, you'll hook your UTH and lamp up to thermostats (or a single thermostat depending which brand and model you choose). This will keep your temps at a safe, stable temp, keeping your snake safe.
There are lots of options. Some people will say HerpStat or Spyder Robotics are the only way to go, they can be pricey.
I've been using JumpStart brand for years with no issues at all. You can get those for around $30.
I've included a feeding chart that is great for juvenile BPs as they grow into adulthood.
Switching to rats while they're young is definitely a good idea. Most tend to switch easier when young.
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Ok I will look into thermostats and purchase one asap, and in the mean time I will unplug the UTH. I'd rather her be a little chilly for a day or two than get cooked while I am not home.

That feeding chart is helpful! I'll have a much better idea of what she needs once my scale I ordered gets delivered so I can weigh her, but in the mean time I will buy a rat fuzzy on Saturday and see if she takes it. Fingers crossed! In your opinion is she looking skinny? I am not experienced enough to know the difference between a skinny snake and a healthy snake on sight LOL