Paul Leroy, an experienced IT consultant, and his daughter Astri embarked on a project to monitor their pet python, Pretzel, using a range of technologies including Grafana, InfluxDB, Mosquitto, and Node-RED. The monitoring system, developed to ensure the python's vivarium maintains appropriate temperature and humidity levels, utilizes sensors and a Kubernetes cluster running on a Raspberry Pi setup. Astri contributed significantly by constructing the vivarium and soldering sensors. The data from the sensors is processed and visualized on a Grafana dashboard, while alerts are managed through Slack and a mobile UI for remote control. Despite its success in keeping Pretzel healthy, Paul plans to improve the system by enhancing alert mechanisms and testing alternative communication technologies to replace the current Wi-Fi setup. This project not only highlights the practical application of IoT technologies in pet care but also serves as a learning experience in integrating various tech platforms for a domestic setting.