I am wondering if this product would be good for when I take my reptile to the vet to help keep it warm? How hot does this get?
619774
Hi, you put it into the microwave, therefore, you can adjust the heat. They say 1 minute on each side. I put it 2 minutes for my outside cat. Yes, I think it would work for a reptile. Make sure it has a cover and if it does not I use a hand towel as well as a cover so it is not to hot.
619775
Alexis - It probably would work well. Since you can adjust the warmth by how long you keep it in the microwave. I make mine very hot and it is hot to the touch, but once I get the cloth cover back on the disc it is not too hot to the touch at all, just very warm. You could play around with the microwave settings until you get the proper temperature for your snake. Also for your snake I would think you probably wouldn't need the cover.
654266
This is a heat lamp,mostly incandescent with reflectors, used to provide heat and UVA light for your reptiles' basking area. Reptiles require both UVA and UVB light to keep them healthy. UVA helps with feeding and should be on 10-12 hours a day. You should also provide a UVB source for your reptile.
1630133
No!!!!! I wouldn't my snake got a respiratory infection and passed away this month because it doesn't hold heat
1746850
We use it as a toy and never warm it before. Perhaps other buyer can help with this question.My dog does take the toy to bed with him. May be its comfortable when it gets some body warmth.
851807
Honestly, you can use this. It doesn't get that hot and I've had my on constantly for about 3 months and still running string for my chameleon tank. It should work fine if you want to just heat it a little bit.
1392280
Temp ranges from 10* F to 140* f. Mine registers right around 85*-95*f for my Green Iguana's pen. So far so good.. :) I do believe everyone needs a rheostat to keep the temps regulated. Just in case something malfunctions or maybe your air quits working and your house heats up more than normal.
2257547
It only keeps it lukewarm and that is all. In my opinion, it is not insulated enough for that. I should have sent mine back but I didn't. I would not rebuy this product myself. Hope this helps.
311113
They can get well over 120* F, They WILL burn reptile feet and bellies if you do not have them plugged into a Thermostat controller
312817
It doesn't get hot like a heating pad you may have for yourself. It doesn't really seem warm at all when you feel with your hand, but if you leave your hand there a few minutes, you can feel the heat easily. My cat loves it! I also ordered another one for my 3 lb. maltese...she loves it as well. This winter was the first time I'd ever seen her stretch out and sleep, she was always curled up with her nose tucked. It's clearly doing the job and we love it. My cat sleeps on the top when it gets too warm for her, my dog just stretches out the floor.
1464507
When I used to have it (upgraded to a large tank so I don't have it anymore), it didn't get the bowl warm at all, just the water inside the bowl.Also I'm pretty sure the instructions said it must be fully submerged in water for use.If you want the one outside try checking out the reptile heating pads, those can be on outside.
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Information from product instructions: Use Zoo Med's High Range or Analog Reptile Thermometer to monitor the temperature of your terrarium. To properly monitor the temperature in your terrarium, it is recommended that you use one thermometer per each 20 gallons (i.e. use 2 thermometers for a 40 gallon terrarium etc.). Most reptiles sold in pet shops are tropical species (i.e.; boas, pythons, iguanas, water dragons, etc.) requiring a minimum air temperature of 80F (26.6C). The average house ranges from 65-75F (18-24C), and requires an additional heat source to keep the terrarium in the safe 80-88F (26.6-31C) zone. Incandescent lamps, ceramic heat emitters, and heat cables are also good additional heat sources.
2246786
Instructions when purchased said it was good for small animals. I use it for my aging outdoor kitty. I put it under her kitty bed inside a wooden box. She sleeps there at night and many cold days. It is a little warm to touch and increases to a preset safe temperature when the animal's weight is on it.
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Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H; one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Vktech-Snuggle-Hammock-Hanging-Hideaway/dp/B00C8O6690/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1385576083&sr;=1-4&keywords;=bird+cozy in a local pet store. He ignored it for many years, and now all of a sudden he loves it. Totally naps in it. He is 12 years old. Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H; one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these:... » Read More Denise, my understanding on how this one works is that it is somewhat pressure sensitive, so not sure heat will be felt if a pet is not sitting on it. When I worked in bird rescue and we would use regular heating pads (on low) under the cage, but those were cages that sat on a table. You use a towel as cushion. The K&H; one that I have, also goes to a temp that is for felines and dog body temp. I have a cockatiel, and years ago, I bought one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Vktech-Snuggle-Hammock-Hanging-Hideaway/dp/B00C8O6690/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie;=UTF8&qid;=1385576083&sr;=1-4&keywords;=bird+cozy in a local pet store. He ignored it for many years, and now all of a sudden he loves it. Totally naps in it. He is 12 years old. « Show Less
775974
No it does not get too hot. You can barely feel any heat from it. I like it a lot. I have been using it at night before going to bed and my sleep hasn't been as good so I am going to use it earlier in the day to see if it is from the medlight at night. I am very sensitive to things too.
1367185
It says on the back of the box that the rock surface temperature is 100-110degree F and should feel warm to the touch. This one has a Repti Temp Control which allows you the choice of adjusting the rock heaters surface temperature by turning the dial to low, medium, and high. With us being in winter, I currently have ours set between low and medium and it works great. Our chinese water dragons love it! Great product! Definitely worth it to us for our dragons. I would advise against any heat rock that does not have a adjustable repti temp control for it can burn the bellies of your animals. Even with this adjustable one you need to place on the rock a washcloth and let the heat rock heat up to the temperature as they recommend then put a thermometer on it to check the appropriate temperature you need for your specific animal. Always check with a veternarian when in doubt on temperature needed for your animal. Some may guide you against heat rocks all together, but with common sense, reading the instructions and getting the right temperature the repti temp control ones wilth adjustable heat levels are working out great for us. We did alot of research before buying and this was our decision on this one. Good luck to you, hope it works out for you as well for your animals.
1207563
It doesn't get hot just warm. It's the same temperature as the low/medium setting on a heating pad. If you put your hand on it it feels like a spot your pet has been laying in for a few hours. It won't burn them or damage any surface it's on, just wrap a towel around it.
2198610
Well I don't use it as a reptile heater...I use it to heat medical tubing for a BiPAP machine to treat sleep apnea. It gets hot enough to burn/blister my skin through a tee shirt. It also melted my tubing. Get a good rheostat if you buy one.