Is this normal for a new ball?

[Mochelem]

Just remember that trying to feel heat is hard, your body temp is 98.6 degrees and this is too hot for a snake. Make sure you get an accurate read on the actual temp...

[jorgasm]

I will definitely get a more accurate [digital read] thermometer tomorrow, for both sides. I'm worried about turning the UTH off though... won't it be too cold for my ball? o.O

[missi182]

Do you have a lamp? He will be fine until tomorrow if you keep the tank in the 80's.

[jorgasm]

I do have a lamp. [= So should I move his hide to the side with lamp, if I turn off the UTH?

[Mochelem]

Yes it will be too cold, I wouldnt recommend turning it off. But get a thermometer as soon as you can. Like tommorow. If the temps are too high get either a rheostat or a thermostat quickly...

[jorgasm]

More conflicting opinions! haha

[Mochelem]

you both were faster than me at posting, if you have a lamp and can keep temp in the 80's it will be fine for now.. Dont turn off heat all together though... Sorry for confusion

[missi182]

I do have a lamp. [= So should I move his hide to the side with lamp, if I turn off the UTH?

Yes, and while your at it tomorrow pick him up a second matching hide If you can't get a second of the same hide, buy two plastic bowls form the dollar store and cut a hole in each

[jorgasm]

Will do. Thanks guys and gals. [=

[jorgasm]

Quick question, I should get a rheostat for both my lamp and my UTH correct?

Shopping list:

*second identical hide
*2 rheostats
*2 digital thermometers

Sound good?