Hi,


I don't know for sure but I would suspect there would be a far greater risk of passing on parasites and other nasties from a wild reptile than a wild mouse.

If the corn happily eats his pinks then I would probably follow your instincts and avoid the wild stuff.

About the ball python - do you mean he has retained eyecaps on his eyes?

I am never sure about putting oil on the snake myself and have rea that it can cuase individual scales to shed layers making a complete mess in the tank. I've always found that patience and water work perfectly fine. Have you tried the wet pillowcase idea as they constantly rub their heads against that and it can gently remove some really quite stubborn shed remnants.

And I hope your dog is ok and it's not going to be a recurring problem.


dr del