Mites...Mites.... EVERYWHERE!!

Can I get rid of the snake... and get a new one and spray it with provent-a-mite and make sure the cage is well cleaned??

I just wont want the mites anymore or have a chance of not completely getting them off the snake.

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Originally Posted by Bdubedub

Can I get rid of the snake... and get a new one and spray it with provent-a-mite and make sure the cage is well cleaned??

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Why would you want to do that? Just get the provent a mite and don't use it sparingly. Buy 2 or 3 if you have to. That stuff can kill anything. People get rid of very large mite infestations all the time without getting rid of all their snakes.

I only have 1 snake.... I can afford 1 bottle so thats what I bought. Sorry... my wife would kill me if she knew I bought just the 1 bottle. Im trying my best to get rid of these dang mites.

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Originally Posted by Bdubedub

I only have 1 snake.... I can afford 1 bottle so thats what I bought. Sorry... my wife would kill me if she knew I bought just the 1 bottle. Im trying my best to get rid of these dang mites.

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I've never had to use it (knock on wood) but from what I understand the mites don't stand a chance with it. Just treat the snake and the enclosure and area according to the directions and people that have used it and you and your snake should be just fine.

When using Provent a Mite never spray it on the snake. Take the snake out and soak it in warm water. Take out the water bowl and spray everything inside the cage. Let it dry and then return the snake and water bowl. Should notice mites dieing in next 24-48hours

What a MESS! Caused a HUGE fight between me and my wife... she always complains about spending money and now the mites has her freaked out that they are everywhere in the house... so not ONLY is my only snake gone but I cant get another for awhile.... such a bummer... I loved my ball python even tho Ive only had him a few days, she just doesnt understand pets... she said she cant sink money into something that has no purpose but laying there... well its something your husband likes isnt that enough?? :( Blah im so done with all of this... thanks ALOT reptile man at the reptile show.:please::tears:

So if I ever get another snake how do I be sure he doesnt have mites? Just use the prevent a mite in the cage? Is there anything I can spray on the snake? Zoo Med Mite Off??

Just treat the enclosure with Provent-a-Mite before you bring the snake home, just as a precaution. If you PAM the enclosure and let it dry the day before you bring the snake home, even if it DOES have mites, the PAM should kill them...

IMO, it kinda sucks that you got rid of the snake before even trying the suggestions offered. I can understand an angry wife, but man...

She literally said it was me or the snake... I had NO CHOICE...