Hi Tom!
Thanks again for all of your help. :) Pokey, my 25lb Leopard tort, stayed nice and toasty this past winter. I have a few more questions if you don't mind... I had your 4x8 night box built for him. Mini oil heater is still running and set the way you described above, on an ink bird...
Thank you! After I typed this, I started reading other threads. I need to buy a thermostat like you all use.. I currently just have a ThermoPro wireless thermometer that just reads the temps.. it doesn't control anything. I will get a thermostat ordered tonight. Which one do you recommend...
Hi all. I was able to get hinges attached to the top! Now I have another question for you all...
What temperature should the mini oil filled heater be set on? I have a wireless thermostat in it but I am so nervous about "roasting" my guy.. I really don't like the idea of locking the door but I...
20 lb Leopard tort.. And yes, I'm still working on tweaks.. I have Pond Shield to seal it with and will add flaps. I also plan to adjust the heater area b/c I agree, not tall enough.. What do you recommend using to attach the struts? Do you think I need to add a UV light?
Hi all! Thanks to the wonderful posts on this forum, I had a 4x8 tortoise box built for my Leopard Tortoise. (Apparently I read wrong and didn't realize I could probably have gotten away with a 4x4 instead, but oh well) :/
Anyways, the lid is incredibly heavy. I know in some posts, Tom...
Thank you Tom. It's
It's 6.25 ft. l x 3.6 ft. w x 4.3 ft. h.. I feel that is bigger than some of the other houses I've seen. I do plan to bring him inside to walk around / hang out but for his 'permanent' housing, a shed is still needed. Thank you for the advice.
Hello. I’m looking for some advice on building an outdoor enclosure out of a plastic storage shed..
I’m contemplating purchasing the one pictured for my adult leopard who is about 20 lbs. We are in SC so the winters are mild but cold enough he needs heated housing. My plan is to cut his entry...
Hi again. After more research, I found out in addition to the lawn company, a pesticide company also treated the yard with insecticides. :( I am worried sick. I plan to water the yard excessively but am wondering if tilling the yard to get rid of the existing grass, putting down more soil...