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Cleaning day, switched to paper towels
I just cleaned out the tank and discovered just how much BPs really do poo/pee! I was using nature bark so it was hard to tell where it needed spot cleaning. I found a poop (possibly 2) and some urate and was convinced that I needed a change of substrate. I threw in 2 layers of soft paper towels. At least now I'll be able to see exactly when/where it needs to be spot cleaned! As for disinfecting the enclosure, I used a 50/50 solution of water/ cider vinegar, which is what I've always used when cleaning glass/windows/mirrors. After thoroughly wiping out the vin/water solution I did another wipe down with regular water. Does that sound good? I dont have any bleach so I thought the 50/50 solution was the next best thing.
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Re: Cleaning day, switched to paper towels
Try chlorhexidine. It is harmless to the snake, kills bacteria, and you don't need to rinse. Good stuff
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"Men have forgotten this truth," said the fox. "But you must not forget it. You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed."
~The Little Prince; Antoine de Saint Exupery
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Re: Cleaning day, switched to paper towels
I dont think rinsing after the 50/50 solution was really necessary, but it helps to get the vinegar smell out of there lol
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Re: Cleaning day, switched to paper towels
where can you get chlorhexidine for cleaning? pet store? online? thanx.
To OP, I have my only bp in a tank at the moment, but as soon as my rack arrives, he will be living in there. Seems easier for mainting than a tank.
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Re: Cleaning day, switched to paper towels
Im also very pleased to find that the humidity is so much better with the paper towels. With the nature bark it was hard to keep humidity above 45%, even after misting. Now about an hour after switching to paper towels the humidity is at a steady 60%
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Re: Cleaning day, switched to paper towels
Originally Posted by Ladydragon
where can you get chlorhexidine for cleaning? pet store? online? thanx.
Online or thru a Feed Store that works with livestock or a Vet.
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