heating question

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iv got 2 thermometer with probes
hot end 101.f     
cool end 83.f    afta 2hrs in 3ft viv does this sound about right?

we have had to install therma stat b'cuz y-day we left baskin lamp on for 12hrs and got to 120.f
 

[zebrajanie]

How old is the dragon ?  For an adult, you are pretty good.  For a younger dragon, perhaps you can bring that first temp up to at least 105. 

Hope this helps.

[stig]

its 10 weeks old 

[perfectly_flawed]

It's perfectly normal and fine for the temps to climb during the day. Thermostats don't provide the consistently hot, bright environment that dragons need to thrive. I wouldn't suggest using one.

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so theres no chance of beardy baking to death or anything like that?
my son said 10x weeks old...but we havent got a beardy in there,cus we going on hols ...but will have one aged approx 10x weeks when we get back...just want to get temps right..

[perfectly_flawed]

As long as the enclosure has a cool end where he can cool off when he needs to, he'll be fine. Many dragons prefer the hotter temps. I have had a couple that won't bask in any temps under 120*.

[stig]

thankyou for that mate, ill do it your way then and leave thermostat out...think im just panicking abit about getting it right,  thanks