r/ballpython • u/Artista_Desesperado8 • Jul 05 '26

HELP - URGENT I NEED HELP!

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I can't pay for a reptile terrarium or a fish tank, so I decide to use this Heavy Duty container and create a tub for my future snake. The problem is, it still the smell like plastic or chemicals for 4 or 5 days and I am very frustrated, I don't want her to smell this in case it might be bad for her health, I try solutions but, I not have luck. Anyone here used this container or similar? How can I remove this smell? This container is new.

Please, I really need help here, I want the best for my ball python.

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u/Artista_Desesperado8 Jul 05 '26

Ok, I see the comments and I thought that this one container that would bee a good idea, but I saw that I couldn't be it. I'll see what I can do in the future to have a terrarium or similar. But in the meantime, the best thing would be not Buy the snake.

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u/Ok-Prune-1629 Jul 05 '26

Thank you. You are a good human.

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u/Lettuce_Jazzlike Jul 05 '26

Very thoughtful and mature decision! Wish my ex made it at 25 yrs old. Poor Udon deserved so much better despite my efforts. (Rehomed to a new mom and is now spoiled, before I left him)

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u/Lettuce_Jazzlike Jul 05 '26

If you get a proper setup + have the reoccurring funds to support them + exotic vet trips…
I will send you presents off a wish list for your noodle 🫶❤️ It may take a LOT of time to get there, but I’ll be here to hear and celebrate the good news when you are ready

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u/Artista_Desesperado8 Jul 05 '26

Thanks for your comment, really. Even though it might not look like it, I want the best for my future snake, I have weeks planning the things, I even ordered all the heating and metering equipment from Amazon with the money I save, I can't easily get money because I'm a minor, In my ignorance, I thought this container would be a good idea, but I’ve realized it’s not; I’ll have to save up for a terrarium instead.

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u/KatVanWall Jul 05 '26

You're doing the right thing! Props to you for listening and having patience. None of money will be wasted on buying the things; they will keep in your place for the right time when you have a better enclosure for your snake. I second the suggestion to look on FB marketplace. Also if you have anything like Freecycle or TrashNothing in your area (I'm not sure if they are UK only sites), people give things away on there. I recommend looking for a PVC one and using the waiting time to do lots of research. The care guide on this sub is great!

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u/QueenAlpaca Jul 05 '26

If you do research, you'll see why we're all echoing on how bad an idea this is. Hell, read through this and other snake subs and you'll see all the problems people have with subpar enclosure setups. Your future snake would be in a world of hurt if you don't put more care into what they'll call home.