is to use a combo. Scrap the Reptile Relief, and get some Zoo Med Mite Off. It is safe to use right after a snake sheds and also on a snake's face. This is the best route to rid the snake itself of mites. Reptile Relief should be used after a snake sheds or in the snake's face. You need a stronger product to get rid of them in and around the cage though. Provent A Mite, Black Knight, Nix, etc. all work. Be sure to remove the water bowl and snake from the cage. Also, it will be most effective if you remove any bedding and cage furniture and use newespaper, butcher paper, etc. for a few weeks. Be sure to follow the directions carefully on any of these harsh products. These products contain chemicals that can cause neurological damage if used incorrectly. Do not be afraid to use them, just be sure the snake does not come in contact with them and let the cage air out before returning the snake into the cage. Mite eggs are tough to kill and the mites will lay thousands of them in and around the cage. And just to be safe, treat two weeks after initial treatment. Just because you don't see them, doesn't mean they won't soom reappear. Good luck. Also remember, any time you buy a new snake, quarantine him/her for at least a few weeks.

Phil Goss

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• Is there a way...? - bsg915, Sun Dec 10 16:39:07 2006
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