SETTING UP MY BALL PYTHON TUB: Tips + Tricks

[@alaysianicole.]

love the snake videos not enough girls educating on ball pythons as pets rather than breeders on youtube love the channel ! keep going

[@melissaleigh9119]

Also check out Taylor Nicole Dean, Ezmotic, Femmenagerie, Snake Discovery, Meidusa, Cataleah, Emma Sampson, Emilee Rose and I’m forgetting a ton lol. There’s lots of awesome ladies in the hobby!

[@melissaleigh9119]

And Jossers Jungle!

[@elenacarvell3346]

@@melissaleigh9119 Love all these ladies!

[@GradietPanda12345]

Laysia Lay gender is irrelevant

[@jamesstaplesv]

so far, for whatever reason, most of my BP vids are with wonderful Females !! Hail All Snake Ladies with a deep bow !!

[@mzmabby1957]

I'm getting my first baby tomorrow and your videos are really helpful!

[@elenacarvell3346]

Abby M YAY!! I’m so excited for you ☺️ is it a male or female?? Do you have a name picked out already?

[@gentlejake605]

Time capsule initiate lol

[@melnatygalicia8818]

Can you make a video about your daily routine for your ball pythons? I’m looking to house some in the future and your videos are really helpful.

[@elenacarvell3346]

Melnaty Galicia I’m so glad my videos are helpful for you! I’ll work on getting a daily routine video done next!

[@kaygeeboi]

One of the few snake owners who explained in detail and actually made sense. You’re awesome!

[@elenacarvell3346]

Thanks so much! I had to figure a lot out myself and found that people did not explain in as much detail as I would like, so that is why I wanted to make these videos!

[@juliac3933]

I love seeing tub setups that aren’t so sad and barren. Great video

[@christianswildadventures5190]

R3B رعب yes. You will also need a temperature gage to control it. Here is a link for one- www.amazon.com/Century-Thermostat-Controller-Germination-40-108%C3%82%C2%B0F/dp/B01I15S6OM

[@mignonnevanderwalt5716]

I love how the cage turned out at the end and I think these you make is well done so get it going👍🏻

[@melissaleigh9119]

I use large binder clips to clip the cord of the heat lamp to the stand in a couple places so I don’t have to worry about the lamp falling. Definitely recommend it! I love this set up! Especially the magnetic hide!

[@kristerpedersen1645]

Omg I love this! This seems like a really cheap yet good looking way to house ball pythons!

[@elenacarvell3346]

It is a really great way to keep ball pythons! i'm glad you liked it!

[@SamSuleksSon69]

I’m here in 2024 to say start making videos again! Oh, I liked my own comment.

[@OldSkinz]

Love the tub set up, considering getting my first snake soon and this video helped a ton!

[@ayandadlamini7658]

i LOVE this video! The part where you're like "I've got this humidi... uhh, tempermometer... hydrometer, hygrometer?? IT'S DIGITAL!" 🤣🤣🤣❤❤

[@monicdavis6150]

Did your snake just checkout his home, and then say " it was fine and peace out"? Lol too cute!

[@DaniGlover]

Getting my ball python Sunday! Love your channel girl!

[@craftychickkyle]

This is exactly what I was looking for!

[@BlitzkriegStaffords]

@@TV-bd1um no R3B, you will need a thermostat connected to your heat mat to keep the temperature accurate and consistent

[@viciousviolet3783]

Love this video. Wish you made more videos.

[@winterof9190]

Thanks for this video, I'm getting my baby in a month and super excited 😍 I'm trying to get everything together and this video was super helpful with a woman's touch 👌🏾 I've seen guys just throw in paper towels, hides and water bowl and it's looks plain and boring lol

[@elenacarvell3346]

Kendra Williams I’m so glad this was helpful for you! You’re going to looove your little noodle baby ☺️❤️ and yeah I could never keep my snakes in plain tubs, I like giving them an environment that they can interact with if they feel like it! You just get to know and understand them more if you’re actually able to observe their behavior!

[@tvsf]

@@elenacarvell3346 yes women who love playing with noodles are keepers...

[@yamaj2524]

I love this video so much, the tank is so full even though it’s small, it’s amazing

[@fotn5814]

Just gave you your 1000th sub keep up the great work!

[@lynndavis3329]

I love your tub great idea with the stickers ima have crystals and angelic accents my snake is gonna know her owner is a Goddess😍😍😍😍

[@elenacarvell3346]

I love crystals haha! I have so many, I've put them in my snake's tubs before too!

[@azuriteglowingstar7999]

I'm gonna do this too! 💙🌠

[@grimsoul5541]

I have those same tubs for my baby carpet python but how you set it up I want to do the same for my tubs make it look really nice

[@ErgoCerebral]

First of all im surprised that you only have 189 subscribers, like you should have wayyy more lol, but i love the content and i would love to see more videos on your pythons.

[@elenacarvell3346]

I need to get more videos out haha! I took a job a couple months ago which has sucked up my life but I hope to get another video out soon!

[@chrisestep5908]

How do you use your ReptiChip? Do you put it in dry, right off of the brick and mist as needed or do you wet down a little?

[@elenacarvell3346]

Chris Estep I actually filmed my whole process but cut it out to make the video shorter 😂 basically, I use a ton of water and soak it in a tub with the lid closed for a few hours... otherwise it’s really difficult to break apart. Light misting doesn’t seem to help much. If it’s too wet after I break it apart I’ll leave the tub open for a few hours after I pull it apart so it has some time to dry out a little

[@chrisestep5908]

@@elenacarvell3346 Ahhh, ok. When I received my brick of ReptiChip I managed to break it down dry, it was a job lol. But what I found is even dry it put out a lot of moisture. For over a week the humidity has been 66, haven't misted at all, it's the best stuff I've found.

[@tytusderek5732]

I love seeing the bind you have with your reptiles they are so cuteee, I recently got a ball python and so far so good on my husbandry I kinda spoil both my baby’s my beardy and my ball python both get everything they need and more now 😌

[@MightyHex]

You’re great. Love that I discovered your channel.

[@deckhand2172]

Love love love your videos. Plz keep them coming.

[@ingenunis5003]

🎉🏆 Very nice, Elena

[@kylelowder1883]

I love curious creatures! She sold me a adult female pied for the best deal ever super nice!! I love that place!! I’m in Peoria illonois always that way!! Awesome to see someone close to me!!

[@isitoveryet9525]

Love the new set-up!

[@elenacarvell3346]

American Made Thanks so much! I’ve already rearranged it since this video 😂 Im too OCD lol! But I think he likes the setup better the way I have it now

[@jarvisbowen1224]

What are the grey things under the heat pad?

[@kassiejohnson7753]

Question...can you just use a UTH for heat?

[@hp-bbq-saucy416]

Yeah for a Ball Python they spend most there life in termite mounds and other type holes so will only get heat from the ground (exactly like a heat mat) other species vary and require basking lights to mimic the sun but yes just a UTH is more than enough to keep the perfect temps for them👍

[@kassiejohnson7753]

@@hp-bbq-saucy416 thank u very much

[@AmyandBaby]

what size tub is that? you didn't mention it

[@adamzocchi]

IMO, this isn't the way to set up a ball python enclosure! I blame the lack of information out there... The information that IS out there can be hella contradicting. But this is what I've found to be the general rule of thumb: The enclosure should be big enough to have two hides on opposite sides of the cage. This gives the little guy to choose whether or not it wants to be in a hide in a cool or warm area! I typically use two of the same hides.... That way if he/she prefers one over the other, they don't have to choose! Also, having that much stuff in a single enclosure can really make it difficult to clean! Everything else is on point, and you have a very informative/descriptive way of speaking. Thanks for sharing!

[@adamzocchi]

failed to mention that the hot to cold should have at least a 5 degree gradient

[@Shortkickz92]

And never put adhesive in the enclosure 😥

[@c.t.t.p1265]

love your personality!!

[@jms4406]

I've never had a snake, do they like having a bunch of stuff in their tub like you did or should I be minimal with my first one (ball python)?

[@reganoliver7083]

They like more stuff. Its good for mental stimulation

[@reganoliver7083]

@@TV-bd1um you can, just make sure its on a thermostat so it doesnt get to hot. Ball pythons will use lights just not for basking. They will use it for day and night cycles, but its not 100% necessary. Its still a good idea to have a light, but it doesnt need to be a heat bulb.

[@elenacarvell3346]

They definitely like a lot of stuff! And changing stuff up every so often seems to be enjoyable for them too. Mainly though, keeping things cluttered makes them feel safe and gives them options for hiding ☺️

[@journeymanelectrician1035]

Look very nice container box is safe and warm 👍 l Ike ball pythons 🐍 is very cute

[@tylerwood212]

What kind of lighting are you running above your tubs?

[@MarkintheLark]

Does the heat mat not melt the plastic at the bottom?

[@dillsnickle]

i’m getting ready to build custom racks with bigger tubs for balls than most breeders use, and i want to decórate the tubs a bit so this was helpful, i think i’m gonna make my own hides from clay and paper mache and maybe use pvc pipe and rocks i find to give then things to interact with (along with fake plants via amazon) cheap and effective (though its cheaper to make hides for more than 1 snake with supplies’ cost), and they’ll have natural sunlight for the time being. and tip: those little soap holder trays?? good water bowls for baby balls!!

[@adammosley512]

I'm have this same design tub but bigger this video helped out a lot

[@kaylamuniz1424]

should i not have a lamp and a heat pad on the same side.? i have a tote your size about

[@avaogara]

Now how bot a update on b.python shure he's grown n u upscale d to a tank hopefully

[@marshacampbell341]

Im wanting to get a snake it be my very first I've got 4 lizards. But i really want a ball python been doing research for past few months on them. Probably be next year before i make any decisions on it. Got to prepare only thing im worried about is i hear they dont eat sometimes. And that kinda worrys me. And im glad I've seen you use a tub for yours. Most say a 4x2x2.

[@LizBlowingTrees420]

What size hide is it?

[@LizBlowingTrees420]

What quart size tub is this?

[@josephmurphy9946]

Ahhh I love your videos!! I literally followed this video to a TEE to build my new balls tub. I also live in Chicago 😊 Any recommendations on where to source good feeder rats?

[@jessiefranklin9318]

If I were to get 1 ball python do you think i should save for a little longer and make space for a tank or use a tub. Also if i were to use a tub could I slide it under my bed?

[@En1gmatic1]

Would this tub sizw still be ok when an adult female gets around that 1500g - 2000g size? Of course I would remove some of the decor to add space. Or would u move to a bigger bin at that point?

[@Marie-si9xn]

i’d probably upgrade

[@marquismitchell2950]

No issue with heating pad on tub??

[@chinafoster8460]

*I loved this video so much! 💖* Thank you. I have a question also... I am very confused as I was told that Ball pythons are not baskers and don't need the lamps. Could you please inform me? I would appreciate it.

[@emilyseroogy8009]

They are not baskers and they should not have a heating lamp since they are nocturnal. You can if you want, but I don’t. And whatever you do, DONT buy red for any reptile or amphibian. They can go blind

[@Marina-fd8kt]

@@emilyseroogy8009 I'm on a budget and considering a snake,I've had baskig animals in the past that needed light but with a ball python would I be better off going straight to belly heat?

[@herno1]

Might be a dumb question but would the heat mat burn the plastic?

[@taraboi8983]

What size tubs do you use for ur adults snakes?

[@iwrath2196]

where did you get that shelving unit?

[@an.iyaadenise]

Could I use the same size tub for an adult ball python?

[@angstymango1544]

I love your makeup!!

[@BodytheGreat]

Thanks for the Pipe Idea.

[@elenacarvell3346]

Those pipes are great and super cheap! Once your snakes get bigger though they don't fit in there as well, but there might be some bigger pipes out there that I didn't see haha

[@emilyseroogy8009]

My wild garter loves kisses. He’ll kiss you back and rub against your face. He sometimes thinks he’s a python and wrap himself around my neck even though he barely fits around me since he’s small like all male garter snakes. He loves curling up in my shirt sleeve when I have long sleeves on and he loves curling up inside my shirt, his head poking out of my sleeve when I’m wearing shirt sleeves. I know they say not to take snake out of the wild, because they hide and are nippy and don’t eat, but he was an adult when I got him, and he ate right away. He’s super interactive and loves me. Such a sweetheart. Great vid by the way. By birthday is in a week and I’m getting a ball python. Thanks a lot 🐍 🐍 😊

[@rachelfajardo9640]

I would personally replace the log with another hide so that he can have a hide on the warm side as well as the cool side. Generally, ball pythons do not bask. I also would have taken out the tube, since the enclosure got REALLY crowded with it in. The snake doesn’t need artificial light so I’m hoping That light just produces heat and no visible light to the snake. Also, having the light above his “basking spot” can cause burns if he decides to sit there.

[@carissagrace382]

Is the light necessary at all? If I were to use a heat pad and regulate it, would I need a lamp as well? Thanks :)

[@rachelfajardo9640]

Carissa Grace you can use a heat pad and a CHE (ceramic heat emitter, which needs to be connected to a thermostat or dimmer) or you can just use the heat pad. The CHE helps keep the ambient temperature up. However, you should not use any lights. A CHE doesn’t produce any light that is visible to the snake which is ideal, they should not be exposed to unnatural light because they can get stressed out. So..in conclusion heat mat is a must, heat emitter is optional, lights are a no go.

[@aut1x234]

Carissa Grace no it’s not necessary ☺️

[@SpiritLopRabbitry]

I agree with the lamp, but some ball pythons like clutter. The more empty their place is the more stressed they can ve

[@jessicacreager5328]

I mean I have two ball pythons already ! But gonna get another ball python definitely gonna get the tub 💕

[@kingjammm3500]

How many quarts would you recommend for an adult ball python?

[@justdaysi1367]

I always get told that snakes enclosures have to be longer than their body & the snake is probably twice the size of the tub .. but i see this a lot too so I’m so confused to what to do with my snake ..

[@Courier-xl1gt]

If your snake is able to stretch out & cover 2 sides of the enclosure it should be upgraded to a bigger one. This is far too small & a bit too crowded for the snake. You'll want to give them floor space, especially snakes that are ground dwellers most of the time.

[@elenacarvell3346]

There is a wide range of opinions on the proper size for ball python enclosures. From my experience, younger snakes tend to do well in small enclosures until they get a little more brave and confident, haha. Also it really depends on the nature of your snake. Some will feel very scared in a large enclosure. However, the biggest problem I see with people who use larger enclosures is that they fail to provide adequate cover/clutter for the snake to feel safe. I actually upgraded this snake (Pinto) into a PVC tank recently, which is about 40 gallons. I'll do a video on that very soon and also show my other 40 gallon tanks to give a better idea of how I set those up.

[@saiyan3676]

Elena Carvell any advice for two pythons together that was grown together ?

[@villanelle169]

thanks so much for this!!! just what i was looking for 😍

[@nikkibrown781]

I'm from Chicago🤗. Hope yo see you at Tinley Park reptile expo March 16

[@ebonyailsworth]

Where do u put ur probe inbetween ur mat or inside ur tube

[@elenacarvell3346]

The probe I use controls the heat lamp and shuts it on or off based on the surface temp. I put it on top of the substrate, not directly under where the heat lamp is but a little off to the side. I use a temp gun to monitor how hot the heating pad is getting. I always have heat pads right under a hide. I'm looking into some different heat pads that have more advanced temp control, so stay tuned!

[@Jordan-ot7qf]

Snake kissssssses! 💚

[@dylanneri3569]

What wattage are those bulbs?

[@kylelowder1883]

Do you live around Chicago?

[@allisonjacobs1228]

Do you leave your heat lamps on 24/7? Or do you set them up on a day/night timer?

[@elenacarvell3346]

I do leave them on 24/7, but all my lamps are regulated and programmed to shut off whenever the light goes out the surface temp aq

[@grumpybear123]

Thermostat. :)

[@jamesstaplesv]

think this kind of tub will be ok??

[@havocil2986]

That is such a cute snake

[@firasource]

It's probably late to ask this, though how did you drill the holes? I'm going to need to drill my tubs and have no idea where to start 😅

[@pizzola7319]

You can use a soldering iron or use a drill with bit pieces!if you drill them make sure you drill from the inside out so there arint any rough edges!

[@Marie-si9xn]

you can use a normal drill

[@scottwilliamson7157]

Great video and thanks but what is a snake poop tube? lol super cute. Great snakes,!

[@matthewweil9949]

Awesome channel!!

[@dimps911]

Great video. What brand name are those plastic tubs?

[@caitlynnguyen8505]

Deemsy Arias sterilite

[@dimps911]

Thank you. :0)

[@blehglurg5656]

This is really pretty, but I feel like that water dish is so small. I’m not an expert or anything, but shouldn’t they have a larger bowl to soak in?

[@BoglimWrangler666]

they wont soak unless humidity is too low

[@blehglurg5656]

@@BoglimWrangler666 What about when the ball python is in shed? I keep my humidity in the correct range, plus a little higher in the shed hide but mine still soaks once in a while.

[@B3Fitness1]

I know this was made a few years ago, do you remember, roughly, how big your BP is in this enclosure?

[@johnnycarlson1405]

I wouldn't use lamps for nocturnal species. its just a waste of money on your electric bill, if you have a window leave the curtains up so that can have a day and night cycle

[@aimanhq2587]

Nice

[@catcrazy-ym6oi]

is a 116 quart bin to big or is it okay?

[@reptitan5498]

As long has the bun is filled with places to hide, and there isn't much open space, you can go as big as you want. It's a myth that BP hate big cages.

[@elenacarvell3346]

I am thinking that might be a little bit too large, especially if it's a tall one. If it's really short it might not be bad! Especially if your snake is older and pretty big. My tubs are 54 quart.

[@catcrazy-ym6oi]

@@elenacarvell3346 okay thank you

[@Nccp9]

I thought heat mats got too hot for plastic tubs and could melt/disform the plastic, can anyone clarify?

[@blaketurner8084]

Nccp9 Most tubs have a really high melting point and the heat matt only makes it about 85 degrees so it’s not hot enough to melt or disform it

[@elenacarvell3346]

If the heat mats aren't regulated then they definitely can melt the plastic. I use a lamp dimmer to turn the temp down on the heat mats and check the temps with an infrared temp gun to make sure they aren't getting too hot. Some heat mats you can buy will actually come with a temp gauge and I've been looking into getting some of those soon! But in general, most plastic tubs are made with plastic that is is heat resistant up to 212 degrees fahrenheit, so it won't melt or burn unless you let things get ridiculously hot. But, since the heat mats are usually placed on the bottom of the tub, the heat can get trapped under there and temps can shoot up, which is why its super important to have something regulating the temp. Hopefully this helps!

[@tvsf]

for the lamp with no metal hook ... use a metal coat hanger cut it and rig it up ... or maybe zip ties.. tub looks good tho i may do the same ... i have a 36" tank on a stand but want to put another tank on the bottom but cant find a tank 30 x 18 so tub might do it ... thk you ..cheers

[@theweasel144]

Ok so some problems take out the basking spot no need for unnatural lite it can stress the snake don’t clutter the tub (unless the snake likes it) and try to put a hide on both sides and get poster boards to black out 3 of the sides except for the side your viewing through.

[@uaroach4055]

The water thing shuold have been bigger so the snake can soak in it also u need to add a box with wet moss in it so it can be easier for the snake to shed

[@holliemmx88]

Walmart is WAY cheaper and usually has a bigger better selection. Or depot and Lowe's also has these bins

[@nikkibrown781]

Nice set up.

[@enigmaticheart666]

Very nice, but omg i would never ever put tape anywhere in my enclosures, that is a disaster waiting to happen.

[@keithwillis4524]

Can you keep an adult ball in your setup

[@BigDogBullrag]

You generally want want the length plus width of the enclosure to equal the length of the snake or bigger.

[@Levi-he6nj]

I also don't like to plan things! I thought I was alone😔 😅

[@imjustryan-bn2gm]

I wish she'd come back

[@bigdogkellz5120]

Great video

[@avaogara]

Aww love how u love your snake 🐍 ❤ kisses n more hope when I get my baby he will love kisses in in time too You do your tub nice prefer a tank mysel.doesnt your snake feel scared w/a top opening reaching in ?

[@Ferrislilly]

How are your noodles?

[@curtis7512]

Wait wheres the cool side

[@jwcob1239]

is that a spider ball?

[@leahjenkins6031]

im happy im not the only one who kisses their noodles

[@kingofthemonsters8659]

How much does a ball python cost

[@cierranicole652]

The United Snipers it can range anywhere from around 60 to 1,000 depending on what kind of ball python you get. Underground reptiles has some for a little under 60. But it just really depends on the kind you want.

[@elenacarvell3346]

To add to your answer I will say that you can sometimes find normals for less than 50, but you always want to make sure you buy from a reputable breeder. Some of the more rare morphs can cost well over 1000. I've seen some rare morphs go for 8-10k. Single gene morphs are typically in the lower hundreds.

[@thebutlers2005]

Great video! I really would advise getting a bigger water bowl though, especially if your Ball python ever has trouble shedding, that will help. You may also want to consider switching to aspen fibers, I know this is wildly controversial in the reptile community but hear me out. Ball pythons are native to Africa, and where they live, while it is humid air, it’s not humid or wet ground. Not to say that they should be in a desert type environment, because they shouldn’t. They should be kept in a semi-tropical environment. So that means humidity should be 50-60% but the ground shouldn’t be wet. That way by using aspen fibers it’s not going to give your Ball Python scale rot issues. If you do choose to use aspen fibers I highly, highly recommend using a humidity box. I recommend watching the video from Emily, by Snake Discovery on how to use & make humidity boxes! Really good video though! I like the tall tubs also, great idea!

[@moysauce788]

I'm thankful for your tips but I cannot deny how unbelievably cute you are! This coming from another girl, you're one of the prettiest girls I've ever seen

[@elenacarvell3346]

Omg girl thanks! I’m so weird about how I look and sound on camera, it’s like wait do I really look/sound like that when I talk? It’s weird watching yourself haha!

[@elxiar3826]

ur so prettyy omg

[@Dyliciouspickle]

Wouldn't recommend putting tape inside the enclosure. Worst case scenario, snake knocks the plant over anyway and gets tape stuck on themselves. Not fun for anybody.

[@elenacarvell3346]

Definitely a valid concern. I don’t use it for my snakes that are heavy enough to really knock stuff over so I haven’t had a problem yet. Using a thick amount of substrate also helps since in the case they do knock it over, the substrate sticks to the tape right away so there is a bit of a barrier. Also the tape I have been using costs like $20 a roll it’s quite effective lol. I will try to find a safer solution though, lmk if you ave any ideas!