Mite Killers

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Originally Posted by grim reaper in NY

OK..next question for y'all. My next door neighbor has 3 Red Tail Boas and is constantly fighting a mite problem. Will PAM work on his snakes as well or is there something else that works better for his species?

Next, can PAM be applied directly to the reptile in question or is it intended for the enclosure only? Just looking for some clarification before I give him wrong advice.

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Ditto what dime said, use PAM and follow the directions on the can. And if immediate *temporary* relief is sought, use Reptile Spray. It will not rid the mite infestation but it will kill off some of the adult mites and seems to sooth the snake's body.

**I would like to change my vote from Reptile Relief to PAM. I originally started using Reptile Relief for a mite problem... at first I thought it worked, but after five months of battling with mites (which were spreading, no matter how strict my QT procedures were), I realized this just wasn't working. Upon a request, I ordered some PAM from Pro-Products (who were very helpful and thorough in answering my questions). I used it once, and that next week the mites were gone. :O:O:O (Of course I continued to use it for six months afterwards as recommended.)

Five months with Reptile Relief; still mites. One week of PAM; no mites. I think it's pretty clear which I'm voting for. ;)

I've been using Jurrassimite and got to tell you IT SUCKS just smells lick black licorice water I've used it as directed and still have mites have cleaned with a bleach solution and used new substrate and treated it as well and let dry for at least 1 hour if I can't get the holy grail of mite killer provent-a-mite what are some effective mite killers out there to get rid of them trying to breed my male and female but don't want the babies to get the mites either. :rolleye2:

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Originally Posted by CA cowgirl

Nix is intended for humans with head lice. Provent-a-mite (PAM) is intended for reptiles with reptile mites. PAM can probably kill a snake if you do not apply it to the ENCLOSURE correctly. PAM isn't intended to spray on the reptile. The affects of using Nix on reptiles or their enclosures is not known. To me, it is a variable not worth the risk.

When it comes to chemicals I don't fool around. I use them only for their intended purpose(s).

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Nix and PAM have the exact same active ingredient if I'm not mistaken. I make my own mite spray with Nix and distilled water and I get 4L for about $12. Not to mention PAM is not approved by Health Candada and I run the risk of it not making it to my house if I was to order some. Not likely but still a possibilty.

I'm not here to argue the fact that PAM works because it does, only to inform others that Nix will do the exact same thing for a fraction of the price. Nix also leaves the same residue that PAM does to eliminate eggs and mites.

I know many large breeders on both sides of the border that use Nix and have never had problems.

So to those with a mite problem looking for a solution, choose wisely young padawan and educate yourself on the products you are using.

Gavin

I pick Provent a Mite. It worked for me. have you seen the roach commercial for raid? well provent a mite is just like that but for Mites. :)

Sorry, but I also want to add that just because a product is approved by the EPA and USDA means nothing to people outside the US.

I'm not going to get into a flame war over politics or whose country is better, blah, blah.

I only want to ad that if a product is not approved or registered in Canada I will not use it.
There is a reason Canada does not recognize PAM as a safe product. It may be the ingredients or simply the labeling on the product. We have much more stingent guidlines when it come to products like these and call me what you want but I stand behind them.

Gavin

Seems clear that Prevent A Mite is the way to go. The question should be what product will offer instant relief while the PAM is on the way?

Hi,

I've heard a lot of people say a soak in 85f (ish ) water with a spot of mild dish soap in it to break the surface tension is a good way to drown the little sods.

Always supervise and don't make the water too deep or too warm.

But hopefully other people will chime in with betetr suggestions.


dr del

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Originally Posted by spix14

Lice bedding spray. Exact same active ingredients as PAM, but about 3 bucks a can and I can buy it at walmart.

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me too same thing just about $17 cheaper a can

Lice bedding spray you can get it at walmart same thing as PAM