When we had our mite infestation about a year and a half ago, I did quite a bit of research on Provent-A-Mite (PAM). With the amount of cages that needed to be treated, it was going to cost a small fortune. I had heard others recommend using Equate Bedding Spray, compared the active ingredients of the two and turns out they are identical. Equate is the Wal-Mart brand and can be found in the lice treatment section of the store. The cost is significantly less than PAM and works just as effectively. In one treatment we were done and I had already tried many other methods, as Randy indicated on the other post. We pulled up all the carpet, cleaned out all forms of bedding (newspaper, aspen, etc)and started fresh with everyone on newspaper. I haven't had any other problems since. As a precaution, all new animals get a treatment before they enter our facility. This way we don't have a huge battle on our hands.

When using Equate, it is the same as using the PAM, remove all animals and water sources from the area to be treated. Spray on entire surface of enclosure/cage, put down newspaper and lightly spray it as well. Let dry for at least 30 minutes to an hour and replace animal. I put the water bowl back in the next day. If this process is not done properly, there is a chance in harming your animals whether you use PAM or Equate. It is recommended to do a second treatment after two weeks. We took our chances and were lucky enough not to have further issues. As a precaution to new owners, we treat animals that are sold prior to shipment, just to be sure we are not sending any unexpected critters to a customer.

Good luck to you.

Michelle
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Randy and Michelle
Art In Scales
(719) 439-4199
info@artinscales.com

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