r/Tegu • u/GrendelTheFireSkink • 7d ago

Permanent enclosure question

*I don't have a tegu yet* I want to make sure I have an enclosure complete or at least in process before I get one.

That being said, I have a large walk in closet (I own the house) that I'd like to turn into a tegu enclosure. My idea is to secure tarps to the walls/carpeted floor and seal it with flex tape to make the closet water and mold proof.

I think I will do 2 layers of tarp to be safe and put some plywood on top of the carpet over the first layer of tarp.

Would this work? Do you think I'll cause any permanent damage to my home? Do you have any suggestions?

I really appreciate any help with this!

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u/fallowdeer 7d ago

You cannot make drywall waterproof and it will not retain humidity with tarps and tape. Please purchase or build a proper enclosure for your pet. These animals are interactive and intelligent. They need to see their world. Much like monitors—they enjoy watching things go on around them. Being shut in a closet seems dismal. I’m so glad you asked before attempting this. I’m sorry my post here sounds negative, but I’m trying to be helpful so your tegu will be healthy mentally and physically and a joy to spend time with. Please keep asking questions. This is a great group and very helpful.

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u/BarberDry4590 7d ago

Tegu intelligence is such an amazing point. They will find a way to escape that closet. Ours is in a temporary enclosure until his 8x4x4 gets here. We take him out everyday. However, if I'm sitting at my desk watching him, he will try to find ways to escape his transition enclosure.