DIY Reptile Hides | 2 easy ways!

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  • DIY Reptile Hides | Two easy ways!
    Hello! In this video I’ll be teaching you guys how to make hides for your reptiles or other small animals. As you know, store-bought hides can be extremely expensive, but these hides can be made for a dollar or less!
    Shopping List/Measurements-
    Hide #1
    2 cups all-purpose flour
    1 cup salt
    1 cup water
    1 1/2 tbsp olive or vegetable oil
    Mixing bowl and spoon
    Oven-safe bowl or container
    Cookie sheet
    Wax or parchment paper
    Krylon Matte Finish spray
    Krylon Make-It-Stone spray (or any colors you’d like)
    Sandpaper (optional to sand rough edges)
    Hide #2
    Toilet paper
    Water
    Scissors
    MUSIC CREDITS
    Background-
    Song: Dear Autumn
    Artist: @iksonofficial
    Intro-
    Song: Play It Sam
    Artist: Philip E Morris
    Outro-
    Song: Daisy
    Artist: Philip E Morris
    CONCEPT CREDITS
    OhBalls from Ball-Pythons.net:
    ball-pythons.net/forums/showt...
    Erin's Animals DIY Hamster Hides:
    • DIY Rock Hideaway For ...
    FAQ
    Camera- iPhone XR
    Editing apps- iMovie, Vont, PocketVideo, InShot, Phonto
    Thanks for watching and supporting our cause: Educating the world about proper pet care!
    -Ella's Animals

Komentáře • 137

  • @ellasanimals2849
    @ellasanimals2849  Před 5 lety +38

    I hope you enjoyed this video and thought it was helpful! I do want to mention that the toilet paper hide is best in dryer cages and substrates, as if it gets too moist it will get soggy (sorry ball python fans!) Krylon also dries non-toxic so no need to worry about your little friends!
    Feel free to send in pics of your homemade hides on Instagram! You can tag me @ellasxanimals or dm me :)

    • @damonalisa11
      @damonalisa11 Před 5 lety +1

      Is it ok to spray paint the toilet paper after it dries.if so hw long?

    • @damonalisa11
      @damonalisa11 Před 5 lety +1

      Is it ok to spray paint the toilet paper after it driez? And if so, hw long?.

    • @Kellybergman7529
      @Kellybergman7529 Před 5 lety +1

      If you use paper and flour glue it holds up a lot better

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 5 lety +1

      damonalisa11 I have not tried this but it wouldn’t hurt to test it!

    • @jpvorstervorster8589
      @jpvorstervorster8589 Před 5 lety +2

      @@damonalisa11 did you find out

  • @sakofinnbear5654
    @sakofinnbear5654 Před 4 lety +154

    The reptiles about to be living in a biscuit haha

  • @liamdulude9567
    @liamdulude9567 Před 4 lety +67

    “Mom,what’s for lunch?"
    “Reptile hideout"
    “YuM MY FaVOurITE”

  • @sebacookiehalloween8529
    @sebacookiehalloween8529 Před 5 lety +52

    im definitely trying both methods but they will be large hides for my lizard. why spend $15 when you can make them cheap!!!!!

  • @scarletbae2702
    @scarletbae2702 Před 4 lety +29

    This is so amazing!! I have a Leopard Gecko and a beardie and both of my babies LOVED IT. They don’t even want to leave it

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 4 lety +2

      Finn T haha I’m glad you and your lizards enjoyed this!

  • @novaenricarter705
    @novaenricarter705 Před 5 lety +33

    Thank you very much this comes in handy! Your first video and already very underrated. I'd love to see your channel grow!

  • @Blaze94SS
    @Blaze94SS Před 4 lety +8

    The toilet paper one is genius, rafiki (my leo) will love ittt

  • @Gypsyxotic
    @Gypsyxotic Před 3 lety

    Going to be doing this today! Thanks for the great video

  • @jesusbeloved3953
    @jesusbeloved3953 Před 4 lety +1

    The last clip of your dog was hysterical!

  • @lolas7278
    @lolas7278 Před 5 lety +13

    I’ve never heard your voice this is so cool

  • @c.m.b.7567
    @c.m.b.7567 Před 5 lety +11

    Thx I getting a leopored geck soon. Love the background music btw

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 5 lety +1

      ShadowBoy-wolfheart Cole Thank you so much! Update us on the gecko haha!

  • @Poterium
    @Poterium Před 5 lety +4

    Nice! Thanks for the ideas 😁

  • @Cliffhanger_MFC
    @Cliffhanger_MFC Před 3 lety

    That’s awesome

  • @kymspicks2763
    @kymspicks2763 Před 2 lety +1

    I made Christmas ornaments somewhat like this with a flour/water/salt mixture and I was wondering if I could make an inexpensive hide this way and I'm so glad you did! Finally cheap affordable hides! I was thinking instead of toilet paper using tissue paper and watered down glue and kind of paper mache it. Then I like the grout idea that some people have used. I've been watching tons of videos and I plan on using every idea and make it into one. I'm actually really excited! I want a new leo, I have the tank now I just need hides but don't want to break the bank. Thanks for the idea and recipe!

  • @darlingxluxii7977
    @darlingxluxii7977 Před 4 lety

    Amazing guide thank you 😊

  • @sallyweiner4180
    @sallyweiner4180 Před 3 lety

    So cool, thanks

  • @ytshortchannel224
    @ytshortchannel224 Před 4 lety +34

    Pretty cool. Can I use clay?
    By the way, toilet paper are gold these day.

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 4 lety +11

      Plainrock I think you can use clay as long as it’s non toxic! And yes, the irony 😔

  • @timberlandtunes2447
    @timberlandtunes2447 Před 3 lety +2

    You just earned a subscriber!

  • @julianylananyt9223
    @julianylananyt9223 Před 2 lety +1

    Tyssm this helps so so much ☺️💖🥰

  • @CosmicKim992
    @CosmicKim992 Před 3 lety +4

    Hi, loving this video! Thank you so much. Can I use acrylic paint to paint the tissue one? I want to make small hides for my small cornsnake. Many thanks

  • @kayleesalad4142
    @kayleesalad4142 Před 4 lety

    For the first one with the clay stuff mine is hard on the out side but soft on the inside so I don’t want him to use it bc he might eat it so what should I do?

  • @NadoriKaija
    @NadoriKaija Před 3 lety

    Nice idea. I got some concrete to use. Wonder if I could do some concrete over top of that TP idea? Make the TP the base.

  • @nicksadventuredocumentary

    Cool video !!

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 5 lety

      NicksAdventure DocumentaryChannel thank you for watching!

  • @ashlynfarnsworth611
    @ashlynfarnsworth611 Před 3 lety

    I already have a small box I want to use as a bearded dragon hideout. I just need to know what paints or markers could be safe if any are safe for bearded dragons. Please comment below what I can use to color The Hideout with that is safe for bearded dragons

  • @fangbricks1587
    @fangbricks1587 Před 4 lety +1

    could i put this on the hot side for a leopard gecko with a under tank heat mat

  • @ii-en8kq
    @ii-en8kq Před 4 lety +1

    Can the 1st hides also be made into food and water bowls and can they be on the hot side?

  • @arturogaelsantana6204
    @arturogaelsantana6204 Před 2 lety

    Is this amphibian safe I was hoping to make this and cover it in dirt but wasn’t sure if the ingredients were frog safe

  • @liveontheroof5695
    @liveontheroof5695 Před 4 lety +1

    Does is have to be that brand of spray paint?

  • @ladybuggurls9778
    @ladybuggurls9778 Před 3 lety +1

    can you use the first one for aquatic turtles?

  • @taylormcraig
    @taylormcraig Před 5 lety +1

    ❤️

  • @potatothefrog4031
    @potatothefrog4031 Před 4 lety

    Is this ok for the reptiles to lick or can it be poisonous?

  • @daigengtr6806
    @daigengtr6806 Před 4 lety

    That's pretty clever, won't the toilet paper one dissolve or erode in the water? Secondly for the first method, you think plastidip would be OK to water proof it?

  • @glasgowgrin1
    @glasgowgrin1 Před 4 lety +1

    Could you dry the tp with a blow dryer to quicken the process ?

  • @GabrielaSantos-my5vl
    @GabrielaSantos-my5vl Před 2 lety

    Can the first one be wet? Lol for a ball python?

  • @AlphaDelle
    @AlphaDelle Před 5 lety +4

    Great video! I’ll definitely try making these one day. Is it in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit?

  • @bubbliibiotch931
    @bubbliibiotch931 Před 4 lety +1

    Can I make this for a hamster too?

  • @thetribe4893
    @thetribe4893 Před 5 lety +7

    Wait, wont the paper hide just melt when you put any water on it?

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 5 lety +1

      David Baer it’ll just get very wet but it’ll eventually dry out. Just keep it out of humid enclosures!

    • @BotBrendan
      @BotBrendan Před 4 lety +2

      you could try coating it with Flex Seal TM from the flex family of products

  • @hollylewis2770
    @hollylewis2770 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks, this was very helpful. Also, do you think I could use the make it stone spray on the paper hide? Or would that ruin it

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 4 lety

      Holly Lewis i’m not sure! i think it wouldn’t be washable but you could give it a try

    • @hollylewis2770
      @hollylewis2770 Před 4 lety

      Ella's Animals, thank you 😊 I’ll probably just stick with the first design

  • @kayleesalad4142
    @kayleesalad4142 Před 4 lety +2

    Do you have to use the Matt finish spray?

  • @luke9736
    @luke9736 Před 4 lety +1

    Does the Finnish have to be a matte or is that just for aesthetic

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 4 lety

      Luke Lavin just for aesthetic! as long as it’s non toxic it should be fine!

  • @CLV_YX
    @CLV_YX Před 3 lety

    Is this safe for bearded dragons?

  • @mallorimoreno4250
    @mallorimoreno4250 Před 3 lety

    Is this safe for snakes?

  • @dolantwinzz7724
    @dolantwinzz7724 Před 5 lety +1

    In the first one is the 250 degrees is it Celsius or Fahrenheit

  • @thomasinaowens4932
    @thomasinaowens4932 Před 4 měsíci

    Can I make these/some sculptures for my Giant Day Gecko?? I like using smoother things as her basking surface or just laying on top of something I can make. If so I was thinking I could smooth the outside of the hide/ sculptures. I haven't put anything rough feeling inside her tank. I don't want to hurt her. I've had her four years she's spoiled rotten to her core 😂 She wve knows her name Crimson. Thanks if anyone could help. I got a few hides made for her she loves the bamboo hide the most!

  • @taiyanaki
    @taiyanaki Před 3 lety

    you have a different channel right? also its been 1 yr and you havent been uploading from both channels. r u ok?

  • @rizuepic3249
    @rizuepic3249 Před 3 lety

    Can I use wax to make it waterproof and can I Color it with normal paint ??

    • @6strings735
      @6strings735 Před 3 lety +1

      They sell outdoor rated acrylic paint for ceramics. Is completely non toxic. That is the best option. You can mix in a little sand in the paint to get texture. Or use Drylok masonry paint (this is more expensive but very good at sealing out water.)

    • @rizuepic3249
      @rizuepic3249 Před 3 lety

      @@6strings735 so i can trough out my current hide ? Well damn thank you ❤️❤️

  • @ellaspencer695
    @ellaspencer695 Před 4 lety +2

    Is the 250 degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius?

  • @leopardgecko3947
    @leopardgecko3947 Před 4 lety +1

    Can the first hide mentioned be used as a humid hide??

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 4 lety +1

      Leopard Gecko It is waterproof, but I wouldn’t risk it. I use old Tupperware or glass jars for my humid hides :)

    • @leopardgecko3947
      @leopardgecko3947 Před 4 lety

      Ella's Animals thank you so much

  • @infinityorange5703
    @infinityorange5703 Před 4 lety

    My dough came out more sticky. Anyone know how to fix that?

    • @angiegarden8196
      @angiegarden8196 Před 2 lety

      she said in the video if it does put it back in for another hr

  • @jhet167
    @jhet167 Před 2 lety

    Is there another way to waterproof it other than paint

    • @Kitty.la.roux.
      @Kitty.la.roux. Před 2 lety

      Wood varnish is good for sealing but you have allow few days to dry and get rid of smell

  • @alicemaddock2995
    @alicemaddock2995 Před 5 lety +2

    does the dough get mouldy?

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 5 lety +2

      Alice Maddock I have not seen any signs of mold on mine, but if it does, throw it away.

    • @angiegarden8196
      @angiegarden8196 Před 2 lety

      @@ellasanimals2849 how long did it last you? Love the idea.

  • @idontexist5768
    @idontexist5768 Před 4 lety +1

    Does it have to be matte finish

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 4 lety

      digital plague I think any finish that’s waterproof and non toxic will work!

  • @yassmine.gaming522
    @yassmine.gaming522 Před 4 lety +1

    Does the hide mold?

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 3 lety

      Heather Lamb so far i’ve had no problems with it molding :)

  • @lexicegelski9719
    @lexicegelski9719 Před 3 lety +1

    my name is ella to

  • @spongebob3261
    @spongebob3261 Před 3 lety

    will the cave go bad since it's basically food? just wondering

    • @misse2013
      @misse2013 Před 3 lety

      Maybe after about 5yrs it could start to break down & crack

    • @spongebob3261
      @spongebob3261 Před 3 lety

      @@misse2013 5 years?! That's a long time

  • @bossgamer-hp8ge
    @bossgamer-hp8ge Před 5 lety +2

    Could you spray the paper hide with the rock spray stuff?

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 5 lety

      boss gamer I’m not sure but it wouldn’t hurt to try!

    • @aerial4420
      @aerial4420 Před 4 lety

      did you try this? if so how did it turn out? i’m looking to make my gecko the toilet paper hide but i want to spray it with the rock spray so it matches her tank aesthetic

  • @hxneybun_bear8060
    @hxneybun_bear8060 Před 3 lety

    How long does it take for the toilet paper to dry

  • @rhianahalverson1
    @rhianahalverson1 Před 2 lety +2

    cool ! what kind of gecko do you have?

  • @jpvorstervorster8589
    @jpvorstervorster8589 Před 5 lety +1

    Is spray paint dangerous for leopard gecko

  • @bradparks7336
    @bradparks7336 Před 5 lety +2

    Did this today and it came out amazing! Thanks hopefully Lucifer (uromastyx) will love it!

  • @bobbicahill8068
    @bobbicahill8068 Před 4 lety +1

    Does. Snail cont as a reptile ha

  • @kae4271
    @kae4271 Před 4 lety +1

    I think the spray paints poisons?

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 4 lety

      Ginger Cats as long as you use a non-toxic paint and keep it in a dry environment it should be perfectly fine :)

    • @6strings735
      @6strings735 Před 3 lety

      Spray paint is not nontoxic. When completely cured it may be ok, but I don’t trust it. Acrylic hobby paint is truly non toxic. You can mix in some sand to get more texture if desired. Another good option is to use Drylok masonry paint.

  • @asafm32
    @asafm32 Před rokem

    But i don't understand.. bread can develop mold.. and bacteria.. so why would you do that..

  • @kingliamthetortoise360
    @kingliamthetortoise360 Před 4 lety +1

    Do you need the finishes?

  • @Gabrielaalvarezdogmom
    @Gabrielaalvarezdogmom Před 10 měsíci

    Use polymer clay for humid and hot hides. ❤

  • @creecreegamer198
    @creecreegamer198 Před rokem

    Why did you need salt lol

  • @nolen0572
    @nolen0572 Před 5 lety +2

    How is that stuff around a dollar??? Tf u mean 1 dollar

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 5 lety +2

      NOLEN05 the ingredients themselves are more than a dollar, but if you only make a hide, then the percentage of ingredients you use is very cheap.

    • @nolen0572
      @nolen0572 Před 5 lety +1

      How about the spray paint and stuff, how much does that cost because the other stuff is almost in every home

    • @ellasanimals2849
      @ellasanimals2849  Před 5 lety

      NOLEN05 Oh yes, that would be the most expensive haha. I think I spent around 12 dollars. I should have been more clear 😂

    • @nolen0572
      @nolen0572 Před 5 lety

      Lol it's good, I'm getting a leopard gecko in a week.

  • @zachsexoticzoo6195
    @zachsexoticzoo6195 Před 4 lety +1

    Tried it wasn't moist enough. Is it just me or is it because i used gluten free flower?

  • @taraleenorin1467
    @taraleenorin1467 Před 4 lety

    Krylon isn’t pet safe.

  • @hales6547
    @hales6547 Před 3 lety +1

    "It costs about 1 dollar to make"
    *lists off 20 things that u need which all cost more than 1 dollar*
    Lol

    • @cindiexoxoxo3773
      @cindiexoxoxo3773 Před 2 lety +1

      Except for the fact you obviously aren't using ALL of the items. She's talking about the cost for the qty you actually used. If the rest of the oil and flour is used to make bread then it isn't figured into the cost of making a hide. So yeah probably used about a dollar worth of those ingredients per hide. Smh

    • @hales6547
      @hales6547 Před 2 lety

      . Wow so smart ur mother would be proud. Smh

  • @alisonmockett3240
    @alisonmockett3240 Před rokem +1

    The sealer is £10 per tin and the paint is £10 per tin so not a cheap project as stated in the video!

  • @jsal5093
    @jsal5093 Před 6 měsíci

    Bad dog, lol

  • @Gemna157
    @Gemna157 Před 2 lety

    This was the worst cake I ever tasted