Mite Treatment

[Lankyrob]

Just wondered if anyone has heard of or used this mite treatment - a generic pet shop has started stocking it and i wonder if its actually any good.

It is made by Zoo Med, called Mite Off, active ingredient is Sodium Laurel Sulphate 0.1%

Any thoughts greatfully received!!

[infernalis]

It's not very effective.

I have used it before and was not impressed by it.

[Lankyrob]

Cool thanks Wayne - was sure someone would have experienced it so thought best to check before buying!!

It is SOOO much cheaper than provent a mite that in my mind it had to be rubbish but always best to ask!

[infernalis]

It kills mites Rob, but they come back quick. It's like it does not kill eggs.

[shaunyboy]

PROVENT A MITE

its always worked 100% first time every time for me mate.i always carry a spare can in my snake box.

last time i bought it it was £28 per can delivered to your door.

ive heard the stuff you posted about is pretty usless at getting rid of mites.

if you need it i can pm you a phone number of a guy in the uk who sends provent a mite to you.

cheers shaun

[Lankyrob]

Thanks Shaun - you have given me his number in the past - jsut saw this stuff nad wondered whether it was worth it - quite obviously it isnt!!

[infernalis]

To quote a friend "it only works if you get lucky enough to drown a mite with it"

[Will0W783]

I use the Nix remedy and have had no trouble with it. It works very well and quickly and is relatively non-toxic to the snakes.

[Lankyrob]

Just so those of you this side of the pond are aware - i just found Provent a mite on Ebay - with postage works out about £22 a can - ordered some today and if the supply is reliable i will let you know who the ebay seller is (if Wayne ok's this).

[infernalis]

Of course it's OK.....

[Lankyrob]

Thanks Wayne - wil keep you all posted!

[stlphotogal]

I, like Willow, used the Nix remedy and it was easy and worked...not a mite in several months. :)

[emseeKAY]

prevent a mite is pretty expensive up here, for me it was about 30$ per can and that was closer to toronto which the reptile stuff is generally cheaper. i find the Nix treatment works well, and is a little more cost efficient as its sold a lot more places then just at reptile and exotic pet stores. come to think about it i havent seen prevent a mite anywhere in this area...

[Lankyrob]

Got the cans today - great service - real quick delivery - would recommend to anyone - the sellers name is helpsavethereef. the two cans cost £49 delivered to the door.

[infernalis]

Look out mites, Rob has artillery now.