Is it safe to use PAM directly on my snake? Or should I spray a rag and then wipe down my snake?
08-31-2008, 01:52 PM
TooManyToys
Re: Using PAM on snake
Soak the snake to physically remove as many mites as possible, then place it into the clean and treated enclosure per the directions.
08-31-2008, 01:54 PM
FatBoy
Re: Using PAM on snake
Do Not use PAM on the snake. Read the instructions. Treat the enclosure only with PAM. Personally I use Reptile Relief on the snake. Spray it down and let it soak a few minutes, then soak the snake in warm clean water to rehydrate. By this time the enclosure is ready for the snake and water bowl.
08-31-2008, 02:02 PM
djansen
Re: Using PAM on snake
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Originally Posted by the_Ryno
Is it safe to use PAM directly on my snake? Or should I spray a rag and then wipe down my snake?
You are talking prevent a mite correct? i first thought PAM was the cooking spray lol.
DONT spray on snakes, only the enclosure.
08-31-2008, 02:06 PM
Patrick Long
Re: Using PAM on snake
I use Rid-Bedding Spray, wont say who I learned it from, but lets just say they have A TON of snakes!!!!!
And you can spray that directly on the snake. Just dont go overboard
08-31-2008, 02:56 PM
Emilio
Re: Using PAM on snake
Use the directions on the can.
08-31-2008, 03:08 PM
StickyTongues
Re: Using PAM on snake
When I had mites I soaked my snakes while I cleaned out the cage and water bowl and then spray PAM in the cage. After the cage is aired out and the PAM is dried I take the snake out and wipe it down with reptile relief. After a few days no more mites. It might be over kill but my collection is still small and I can take the time. Triple threat!!! :P
08-31-2008, 03:13 PM
FatBoy
Re: Using PAM on snake
Reptile Relief kills mites by dehydration. It can also slightly dehydrate your snakes. I suggest spraying with RR first, allowing to sit a while, then rinse and soak to help rehydrate. During this time the PAM is drying. Pretty much the same concept just don't like putting snakes back with the RR still on them.
08-31-2008, 03:39 PM
JLC
Re: Using PAM on snake
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Originally Posted by Patrick Long
I use Rid-Bedding Spray, wont say who I learned it from, but lets just say they have A TON of snakes!!!!!
And you can spray that directly on the snake. Just dont go overboard
Ok, Pat....you know I luv ya...but I've gotta call on this one. Just how the heck is someone reading this supposed to define "overboard" and know what is safe and what isn't? :(
08-31-2008, 04:40 PM
Patrick Long
Re: Using PAM on snake
Quote:
Originally Posted by JLC
Ok, Pat....you know I luv ya...but I've gotta call on this one. Just how the heck is someone reading this supposed to define "overboard" and know what is safe and what isn't? :(
I understand ;););)
What I did was Lightly spray the snake, avoiding the head, and massage in.
I then sprayed the enclosure and removed water bowls. I also let all the fumes from the spray dissolve
