Well, I've had Buddy 5 weeks and it's been a challange every day. Being by myself, building and buying stuff along the way. Each week has cost me a few hunded dollars at a time. So far I've spent $1,100 and growing. I live in Friendswood Texas. I got him 3 weeks ahead of schedule and then back to back cold fronts hit. My best purchase is the infrared thermometer for instant results. I have managed to keep is enclosure betw 60 to 80 degrees. Given some nights here hit 28 deg. I took off work yesterday to care for him 36 hours. We both made it.