Taylor - quick question - I can tell you are excited and a wee bit rushed, but how much research have you done on the care of your new pet? Do you have about $150 to spend on the tub set up (including thermostat?). If you order your thermostat, it's likely not going to arrive until next week, and then do you know what temps and humity you need to maintain? Do you know how to pick a healthy animal? Have you identified a veterinarian experienced in (or better yet, expert in) herp care? Have you decided what method you plan to feed (live, pre-killed, or frozen/thawed) and do you know where you can get that food each week?

I'm very excited that you are so excited about the wonderful world of ball python ownership - but I also want to caution you not to jump into it unprepared for how to deal with all these new situations you are going to encounter (stuck shed, is my snake in shed, help - it won't eat, what should the temps be, etc). That will make what should be a wonderful experience stressful for you and maybe your new pet.

If you've done your research and still think you're ready, there are great links here that will help you with either a glass set-up (including price list) or a tub set-up.