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| rfalla1980 |
Posted - 22/08/2012 : 21:49:12
Hi all,
Looking for a little advice from you folks.
I have two new Caulker Cay neonates arriving on Saturday. We're at the point now where we have 4 snakes, all healthy and established.
What kind of quarantine precautions do I need to take for newbies?
I've pre-empted some obvious ones in my daily routine anyways like separate tongs for feeding (for all of the snakes), no physical contact between snakes, herp safe disinfectant etc. I also use disposable gloves when cleaning out.
Do I need to go to the extent of different rooms for 6 months or is separate equipment sufficient?
Thanks :-)
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| IncurableFlirt |
Posted - 07/09/2012 : 01:37:25
Oh my gosh, exciting! I love the look of the Caulker Cays. :) Can't wait to see pics of the newbs! Definitely sounds like you've got a good grasp of the quarantine procedures, so keep us posted on how all goes! |
| Snakesitter |
Posted - 23/08/2012 : 00:24:26
^^^ Wise words. ^^^ |
| rfalla1980 |
Posted - 22/08/2012 : 23:38:47
Thanks for the replies everyone.
I think I'll go for the separate rooms just to be on the safe side then, better safe than sorry.
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| Snakesitter |
Posted - 22/08/2012 : 22:23:37
Separate facilities are best, but separate rooms are next in line. I personally quarantine for six months...but last year was a bad one. As Blackcat noted, handle the newbies last (including feeding!), and always disinfect afterwards anyway. |
| Blackcat |
Posted - 22/08/2012 : 22:11:35
Agree with gmac on the seperate room if possible.
I also make sure I always deal the new arrival last. |
| gmac |
Posted - 22/08/2012 : 22:04:25
personally different room is preferential for about 3 months min. cleaning between handling etc but you seem to have that part covered |
