This forum is making my head spin!

[Lija]

Yes, you can use a Zoo Med UTH model# RH-7 or the small rectangular UTH for Hermit Crabs because they don't get hot enough to damage the plastic. These are the only ones safe for plastic enclosures. In the election sheet that comes with them it states that they can be used on plastic even though the paper over the adhesive says otherwise. They are completely safe. Just make sure you stick them on well with minimal air bubbles.

thank you Grif, will go and do it right away, not sure how it'll stick thou, UTV was in use for other tank before, hopefully it'll stick. I don't really want to invest in anything for that plastic thing, If his growth rate will continue to be the same I will be moving him to different enclosure pretty soon.

[GrifTheGreat]

thank you Grif, will go and do it right away, not sure how it'll stick thou, UTV was in use for other tank before, hopefully it'll stick. I don't really want to invest in anything for that plastic thing, If his growth rate will continue to be the same I will be moving him to different enclosure pretty soon.

It is very dangerous to re-use UTHs. If you bend them while removing it from an enclosure you risk damaging the very tiny wiring within the pad and they can then be a serious fire hazard. You may still have to buy a new one even if you hate to do so. Better that your frog doesn't experience any serious climate changes without one and you risking a fire by using a old one that may be damaged.

[Lija]

damn it, haven't thought about fire and with all that wiring around cages it is not something I'd rather risk. oh well going shopping will use same keeper for another frog eventually, i doubt it will ever end :lol:

[GrifTheGreat]

damn it, haven't thought about fire and with all that wiring around cages it is not something I'd rather risk. oh well going shopping will use same keeper for another frog eventually, i doubt it will ever end :lol:

You're welcome. The keepers are also good for placing frogs in while you clean that particular frog's enclosure. That's what I do.

[eRock79]

I've read some really great responses here in this thread and have learned much already just by taking the time to see what everyone thinks. I'm hoping that my question here will benefit the OP as well: I'm currently using Eco Earth for my baby Pac but have noticed people talking about coconut husk; am I using the wrong stuff? My baby likes to really dig in deep as if to cover his eyes during the day and when he comes out, he's kinda covered in earth substrate. Thank you all in advance and to the OP, I hope I didn't thread-jack, but instead, sought help for the both of us. Cheers!

[GrifTheGreat]

I've read some really great responses here in this thread and have learned much already just by taking the time to see what everyone thinks. I'm hoping that my question here will benefit the OP as well: I'm currently using Eco Earth for my baby Pac but have noticed people talking about coconut husk; am I using the wrong stuff? My baby likes to really dig in deep as if to cover his eyes during the day and when he comes out, he's kinda covered in earth substrate. Thank you all in advance and to the OP, I hope I didn't thread-jack, but instead, sought help for the both of us. Cheers!

You're using the right substrate. You want Coconut Fiber NOT Coconut Husk.

[GrifTheGreat]

I've read some really great responses here in this thread and have learned much already just by taking the time to see what everyone thinks. I'm hoping that my question here will benefit the OP as well: I'm currently using Eco Earth for my baby Pac but have noticed people talking about coconut husk; am I using the wrong stuff? My baby likes to really dig in deep as if to cover his eyes during the day and when he comes out, he's kinda covered in earth substrate. Thank you all in advance and to the OP, I hope I didn't thread-jack, but instead, sought help for the both of us. Cheers!

You definitely want coco fiber Not coco husk! Coco husk greatly increases the risk of impaction.

It is normal for them to burrow down and to be covered in dirt. If you are worried about the frog ingesting too much substrate when he sheds, then set him in his water dish. Some frogs will get in their water on their own all the time and others won't. It varies. A good soak once week helps get any excess shed off and keep their bowel movements regular.

[Lija]

Erik, welcome to the forum! you are using perfect stuff, you need eco earth ( coconut fiber), NOT coconut husk.

Grif - what do you think about using 2 UTH for plastic keeper. I got one yesterday, it raises temp only a little bit, so it is sitting at 76 during day, and i want it higher for a day. another one on the other side?

[eRock79]

Thank you all for the prompt responses! After reading them, I realized that I had made an error when typing my post; I had intended to say "Coconut fiber", not husk. Thank you again!!

[GrifTheGreat]

Erik, welcome to the forum! you are using perfect stuff, you need eco earth ( coconut fiber), NOT coconut husk.

Grif - what do you think about using 2 UTH for plastic keeper. I got one yesterday, it raises temp only a little bit, so it is sitting at 76 during day, and i want it higher for a day. another one on the other side?

That's probably fine and if it gets too hot just unplug one. They don't get very hot so I use heat lamps about 12" above the keeper for extra heat.

EDIT; Also you can cover the Vented lid of the keeper with Saran Wrap(Plastic wrap) to help hold heat and humidity in. Cover the lid and cut a hole in the center where the clear access lid is and place any handles through to help hold the plastic down. I usually leave the vents on the ends uncovered and use scotch tape to adhere the Plastic Wrap to the underside of the lid. Works very well.