From Cold to Warm? how long?

[Lucy+R-C]

We rescued this leo from the evil mall pet store and were very sure she is cold we've had her 3 days now. and her uth is at a pretty consistent temp of 85.3-86.7. and she is still kinda dark. does it take some time for her to "warm up"? just wondering.

Thanks.

 

[fl_orchidslave]

How are you measuring temps?

 

[Lucy+R-C]

With a digital therm with a probe taped to the floor, off center of the heatpad.

 

[fl_orchidslave]

Ideal temps are in the 90-94 range, so you would need to get a heat mat that can reach that, heating 1/4 to 1/3 of the floor. ZooMed makes a decent one that's available in pet shops. What substrate are you using? Paper towel or tile provides a good heat transfer.