I trim off the cotton thread to just what is needed in the knot, so much less than an inch. I've found it in the feces so it seems to just pass on through. I personally haven't had any issues with this technique.
Doug T

Doug Taylor Reptiles
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I trim off the cotton thread to just what is needed in the knot, so much less than an inch. I've found it in the feces so it seems to just pass on through. I personally haven't had any issues with this technique.
Doug T

Doug Taylor Reptiles
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