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Mineral oil for mites

Coldsteel Apr 16, 2004 07:17 PM

I was told that mineral oil is a good way to kill mites.I have been using sevin dust in the past,but I dont like the idea of covering her with poison.Will mineral oil work?Is it harmful to the snake?Please help!

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Carmichael Apr 16, 2004 09:10 PM

Personally, I would recommend using Pro Product's Provent A Mite spray; although a chemical, our wildlife center has NEVER had a single negative reaction to this product and it is 100% effecive if you follow the instructions. Mineral oil will only kill the mites on the snake, however, the snake mite leaves the host to lay its eggs so eventually, the problem will re-occur. Rob

toddbecker Apr 19, 2004 10:36 PM

I strongly recommend you read the "war against mites" which is posted on Dave and Tracy Barkers website, vpi.com. I found it extremely informative. Todd

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