Provent-A-Mite

[88Snakes]

I usually replace all my aspen bedding at the end of each month and use Provent-a Mite as a preventative measure but how safe is it to mist the bedding with water after applying this product? I generally just use a quick misting (less than if actaully treating for mites) and let it dry for an hour before replacing the snakes. I like to add a misting of water to help with humidity but I started to wonder if this could be an issue with the Provent-a-Mite being "resaturated" so soon after applying? Any thoughts???

[hongkongluna]

Ask the manufacturer, he's a helpful guy and answers emails in a day or two.


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[88Snakes]

Great idea... never even thought of that Anyhow , i just fired off an email to them. Will post reply when I get a response for anyone else that may be interested.

Thanks,
Michael

[88Snakes]

OK, I received a response from the manufacturer in less than 2 hours

The below quote is the response I received from ProProducts (Provent-A-Mite)


"Once it has completely dried for approximately 4 hours, it covalently bonds to the surface, can't be washed or wiped off and will remain effective for a period of at least 30 days. For prevention, we recommend lightly spraying a cloth and on the outside of the cage, wipe around any opening (door or vents, around the rim of a sweaterbox or aquarium). Just wiping a couple of inches around any opening will create a barrier that mites and ticks have to cross (and die). This uses much less product and does not require any drying time when applied to the outside of a cage by this wipe method. This is the method most breeders use to provide protection and remain very cost effective. Please let us know if you need any additional information. "

Bob Pound
Pro Products
promist@comcast.net
www.pro-products.com
845-628-8960

[thedarkwolf25]

Good to know! Thanks for sharing that.

[spitzu]

Now why didn't I think of that? Thanks for sharing their response.

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[kitedemon]

I just use a bit of diatomaceous earth around the bottom of the enclosure non toxic and quite cheap it kills all insects that crawl through it.