Thinking of getting a cane toad in the future, have some questions.

[Bombina Bob]

Welcome to the forum Blue Here's our care sheet on Bufo toads (this will cover cane toad care as well) Frog Forum - Toad Basics - Keeping ground-dwelling Toads. A care sheet for Bufo, Anaxyrus, Spea, Scaphiopus, Ollotis, Alytes, Pelobates Cane Toads are a much larger toad reaching a Snout-to-vent length of around 5-8 inches but there have been some found up to 10 inches!

The minimum size tank for one cane toad would be in my opinion a 20-30 gallon "breeder" tank that is longer than it is wide, they are a nocturnal species and will be much more active at night. Be sure that the substrate (bedding) is something the toad can burrow into, cocoanut fiber is the best substrate to use. It will be commonly called "eco earth" or "plantation soil". It should be the consistency where if you were to squeeze it, it would clump together without any drops of water. A heat mat can be used on the side of the tank. Many of these heat mats are designed for reptiles like snakes and leopard geckos that rely on belly heat. The temps should range from 73-82F. A large water bowl should be provided.

Although Amphibians like cane toads are found in large congregations, they are not typically social animals and are happy
on their own. If you do plan to get another toad or two, be sure to add 10 gallons per additional toad.

Because frogs and toads have very delicate skin, they should not be handled. Cane toads are no exception to this rule. They have bufotoxins that can be deadly if ingested. If you need to move your toad (For example to another tank for cleaning) Be sure to have rubber gloves or wash your hands in dechlorinated water. (Chlorine and other minerals in tap water can be damaging and fatal to frogs and toads)

Cane toads have been known to eat a huge variety of animal life including, small lizards, other frogs, small mammals and even snakes! In captivity they can easily be fed large gut loaded crickets or dubia roaches (These aren't your typical pest roach) we also have a care article on how to culture vie food for your frogs here > Frog Forum - Culturing Crickets - Care and Breeding of the Common House Cricket

Although i never have worked with this species, I strongly advise against having other animals interact with the toad.
There have been incidents where dogs and cats have died from biting a cane toad. Removing the Toxin glands in my
opinion is unethical and cruel.

Be sure to Do a LOT of research on frog and toad basics and cane toad care, Realize that this is a "Look dont touch" animal.

Hopefully we will see more posts about a possible new froggy friend in the future

[Blue]

Thank you very much for your insight Ryan

Like I said, I'm relatively new to frog and toad care, and really wanted to clear things up before I get started. From what I have read so far, I think a cane toad would be a nifty pet, but from your input, I have a feeling it would be a good idea to maybe get a little more experience with amphibians before getting a cane toad. I'd feel awful if I couldn't give it the proper care.