Human Heat Pad from CVS okay?

[Stewart_Reptiles]

I know this is an old thread but I thought I would reply for people who still use the search feature. I've used human heat pads on my tubs for years without an issue. I just put it on a thermostat which turns off the pad at a certain temp. I have had no problems at all. I also know other snake owners who use this method.

Because you do something for years and it works for you does not mean it is the proper advice to give a new owners, there are people that have kept animals for years with a heat rock as well, still does does mean it should be recommended.

We don't recommend cutting corners, we recommend proper husbandry, which means constant heat that is monitored and provided by products that are meant to run 24/7 without becoming a fire hazard.