Fit in your space
Overall Dimensions
35.75" W x 23.75" D x 12.5" H
These are exterior measurements. Allow additional room for doors, surrounding access and assembly; they do not prove the internal space suits your pet.
the retailer product photograph · D40-012V00YL
Reptile Habitats · D40-012V00YL
PawHut Wooden Reptile Cage with Top Access for Turtles, Lizards, Snakes, Yellow
$77.99
Catalog price snapshot · USD · Check current availability with customer support.
wood listed
Our take on this model
At $77.99, D40-012V00YL is $47.00 below the $124.99 median of 13 reptile habitats in this catalog snapshot. Its listed design includes wood listed; check these against your daily setup rather than choosing on price alone. Its listed exterior footprint is approximately 5.90 sq ft; leave extra working clearance and check the separate interior measurements.
Saved selection is a planning list, not a checkout. Purchasing takes place with the retailer.
Fit, access & everyday care
What the specifications mean for you.
Buying analysis based with the retailer listing specifications and this catalog’s price snapshot, not hands-on testing. Unlisted features are not assumed. Confirm current specifications, fit and availability with customer support before purchase.
Moving and lifting
Item Weight
16.5 lbs
This is the product weight, not the supported pet weight. Consider how often you will lift it or move it between rooms.
Care and placement
Material
Fir Wood
Match these materials to the intended location and cleaning instructions. A material name alone does not establish weather resistance or chew resistance.
Model-specific decision notes
The trade-offs for D40-012V00YL.
The space this model takes
The listed exterior size is 35.75" W x 23.75" D x 12.5" H. Its first two measurements imply an approximate rectangular footprint of 5.90 sq ft, before door swing or working clearance. This is a placement estimate, not usable pet floor area or an animal-capacity recommendation.
A practical moving check
D40-012V00YL lists an item weight of 16.5 lbs. Decide whether it can remain in its assembled position or needs moving for cleaning. A larger fixed installation may be convenient in use but awkward to relocate.
Material and placement trade-off
D40-012V00YL lists Fir Wood and Indoor Use as its direction of use. Check which parts use each material: a metal frame and fabric contact surface have different cleaning and wear requirements. The material list alone does not certify weather or chewing resistance.
Footprint estimates use the first two listed exterior dimensions in inches, divided by 144. They exclude clearance and do not represent usable animal floor area. Comparisons favor nearby prices and similar exterior footprints within this collection.
Side-by-side decision support
What changes at a similar price?
| Model | Snapshot price | Overall dimensions | Item weight | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PawHut Wooden Reptile Cage with Top Access for Turtles, Lizards, Snakes, YellowThis model | $77.99 | 35.75" W x 23.75" D x 12.5" H | 16.5 lbs | Fir Wood |
| PawHut Wooden Reptile Cage with 3 Windows Slide-out Tray for Turtles, Lizards, Snakes | $75.99 | 35.75" L x 23.75" W x 12.5" H | 16.5 lbs | Wood, PS plexiglass, galvanized wire |
| PawHut Wooden Tortoise Habitat with Storage Shelf, Tortoise Enclosure with Clear Windows, Openable Top, Lamp Holder, Gray | $99.99 | 33.3" L x 18.7" W x 35.4" H | 22 lbs | Fir Wood, PMMA |
| PawHut Tortoise Enclosure Tortoise House w/ Adjustable Lamp Holder, Storage Shelf, Removable Main House, Openable Lid, Yellow | $119.99 | 40.2" L x 22" W x 40.9" H (Without Lamp Holder) | 34 lbs | Fir Wood, Steel, Acrylic |
Buying considerations
Is it right for your routine?
What to prioritize
A reptile enclosure is only the shell of a habitat. Door security, cable ports, ventilation and material tolerance must support the animal’s heating and humidity requirements.
What to check before ordering
Research the adult—not juvenile—space requirement and prepare temperature gradients before introducing the animal. Heating, UVB and humidity equipment must be selected separately by species.
Life with D40-012V00YL
Where it fits into your day.
Suggested settings based on this model’s listed design and specifications, not hands-on testing.
A carefully equipped habitat
Plan the species-specific heat, light and humidity equipment separately. An enclosure shell or lamp holder does not establish that environmental requirements are met. For D40-012V00YL, the listed overall dimensions is 35.75" W x 23.75" D x 12.5" H.
A position that works every day
For placement, use 35.75" W x 23.75" D x 12.5" H (overall dimensions) as the listed reference, then leave access for cleaning and any moving parts. Test the assembled layout before introducing the pet.
Plan for maintenance
The listed material is Fir Wood. Follow the product’s cleaning instructions for each component, and leave enough room to inspect connections and wear during use.
Before you choose
Questions about this model.
Does the enclosure include everything my reptile needs?
Plan the species-specific heat, light and humidity equipment separately. An enclosure shell or lamp holder does not establish that environmental requirements are met. Its listed overall dimensions are 35.75" W x 23.75" D x 12.5" H. The listed usage guidance is “Indoor Use”.
How should I plan cleaning for D40-012V00YL?
Materials are listed as Fir Wood. A complete cleaning method is not specified in the captured data, so check the instructions before using detergents, soaking or machine washing.
How much installation space should I allow?
The listed overall dimensions are 35.75" W x 23.75" D x 12.5" H. Leave additional room for assembly, cleaning and any doors. These are exterior measurements, not usable pet floor area.
What weight should I plan to move?
Item Weight is listed as 16.5 lbs. This is the product’s weight rather than the supported animal load; check your moving route and the assembly instructions before lifting.
Listed specifications
Read alongside the measurement diagram with the retailer. Values below are retailer specifications, not our own measurements.
- Brand
- PawHut
- SKU
- D40-012V00YL
- Package QTY
- 1
- Overall Dimensions
- 35.75" W x 23.75" D x 12.5" H
- Length longer horizontal edge
- 35.75 Inches
- Item Weight
- 16.5 lbs
- Color
- Yellow
- Material
- Fir Wood
- Style
- Outdoor Reptile Cage
- Pet Type
- Reptile/Small Animal
- Item Shape
- Rectangular
- Model Name
- Tortoise House
- Special Features
- Lockable
- Directions
- Indoor Use
- Pattern
- Solid
- Specific Uses for Product
- Indoor
- Pit Size
- 22.5" L x 11.5" W x 11" H
- Cage Size
- 22.5" L x 22" W x 11" H
- Side Plate Size
- 7.75" L x 8.25" H
- Custom Label
- D40-012V00YL
Compare with D40-012
D40-012 costs $2.00 less than D40-012V00YL in the catalog snapshot. Its listed exterior footprint is 5.90 sq ft versus 5.90 sq ft — effectively similar at this measurement precision. The price difference alone does not establish a better fit; compare access and interior layout.
Compare with D40-043V00GY
D40-043V00GY costs $22.00 more than D40-012V00YL in the catalog snapshot. Its listed exterior footprint is 4.32 sq ft versus 5.90 sq ft, approximately 27% smaller. The price difference alone does not establish a better fit; compare access and interior layout. Listed item weight is approximately 5.5 lb heavier, which matters if you move it frequently.
Compare with D40-034V00YL
D40-034V00YL costs $42.00 more than D40-012V00YL in the catalog snapshot. Its listed exterior footprint is 6.14 sq ft versus 5.90 sq ft, approximately 4% larger. The price difference alone does not establish a better fit; compare access and interior layout. Listed item weight is approximately 17.5 lb heavier, which matters if you move it frequently.