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WORMS Posted: 09/02/2016 by korenxx |
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Hello I had my tortoise feaces sample tested and its come back as pinworms. I'm waiting for the vet to prescribe medication but just want to know about the hygien side of thing. Is it best to bleach every thing every couple of days or just removing the feaces ? Any advise on getting rid of them would be a great help Koren | |
Re: WORMS Posted: 09/02/2016 by Tom |
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Hello, Just remove faeces asap as normal. Once wormed, clean the 'table' with a reptile safe product & follow the instructions carefully. Certainly not bleach. Continue as before. Deep cleaning is only needed [say] monthly, I'm assuming it is only a few months old. Regards, Tom ps Did it come from a pet dealer ? | |
Re: WORMS Posted: 09/02/2016 by korenxx |
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Hello He is 2009 hatched, I did get him from a pet shop but he was 5 when I got him Thank you | |
Re: WORMS Posted: 09/02/2016 by Tom |
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Thanks, Check faeces in summer, worm if nec' & hibe for 4 or 5 months starting Oct.. Let it wind down naturally outside, I suggest. Tom | |