Thanks for the article. It answered many of the questions I have about moving a ball python from Montana to California. I especially liked the inside out pillowcase. Who would have thought. I read that a Styrofoam icechest is good thing for helping with heat issues in the winter. My spouse said that it would need air holes poked in the bunged lid, any ideas? It would be a 2 1/2 day time. Thank you. Scatt