Re: question...

Posted by Dean Alessandrini on May 22, 2001 at 14:53:36:

In Reply to: question... posted by muschem on May 22, 2001 at 12:01:57:

About 3 months ago, I switched from newspaper to cypress mulch, and I have to say, I prefer it.

it helps keep humidity up, hides smell (to some extent) and in my opinion is easier to clean.

I take the snakes out of the cages and feed them in plastic sweater boxes to prevent ingestion.

as far as cleaning, I spot clean (simply remove the area of the much that is soiled) every day, and totally clean out the cage and replace the mulch weekly.

Having the mulch also keeps the feces from smearing all over the cage.

The snakes seem to like it too. it creates a little more natural smell comfort level, in my opinion. I have a w/c yellow tail that would not eat on paper, but is doing fine with high humidity on cypress.

I plan to go back to paper during breeding season, as I don't want to take the chance of debris sticking to the organs...etc.

Follow Ups:

• sweater box size? muschem 05/22/01 (1)
  • Re: sweater box size? Dean Alessandrini 05/22/01 (0)

Post a Followup

Name:
E-Mail:

Subject:

Comments:
: About 3 months ago, I switched from newspaper to cypress mulch, and I have to say, I prefer it. : : it helps keep humidity up, hides smell (to some extent) and in my opinion is easier to clean. : I take the snakes out of the cages and feed them in plastic sweater boxes to prevent ingestion. : as far as cleaning, I spot clean (simply remove the area of the much that is soiled) every day, and totally clean out the cage and replace the mulch weekly. : Having the mulch also keeps the feces from smearing all over the cage. : The snakes seem to like it too. it creates a little more natural smell comfort level, in my opinion. I have a w/c yellow tail that would not eat on paper, but is doing fine with high humidity on cypress. : I plan to go back to paper during breeding season, as I don't want to take the chance of debris sticking to the organs...etc.

Optional Link URL:
Link Title:
Optional Image URL:

---

[ Follow Ups ] [ Post Followup ] [ The Indigo Snake Forum ] [ FAQ ]

KINGSNAKE.COM Enjoy all our content free of charge with a user account that gives you full access to every feature. For added visibility, paid options are available - post in our Classifieds, showcase your business with Banner Ads or a Directory listing, promote reptile events, and more. Quick Links Home Advertise Classifieds Lost Password Your Account Community Journals Events Featured Articles Forums Photo Gallery Legal & Safety Terms of Service Classified TOS Age Verification Business Verification Vendor Complaint Support Banner Ad Help Classified Help Classified Tips Contact Us Forum Help Register for free ✓ Sign up! Kingsnake.com ® is a registered trademark © 1997-