Jesse's garter snakes

[kibakiba]

Well, some parasites that are ingested cant really kill your snake. So I personally don't see them as harmful.

[RedSidedSPR]

Well, just cause it doesn't kill the snake, doesn't mean you want them in his system.

[guidofatherof5]

Well, some parasites that are ingested cant really kill your snake. So I personally don't see them as harmful.

A healthy younger snake can live with parasites(most wild snakes do) without any issues.
The problem is when they become ill and/or old and their health is poor.
Then the parasites can kill as the once healthy snake can no longer keep them in check.
Just a thought.

[kibakiba]

Yes, and I know you don't want them in it's system, but if that is the case, then why feed something that could give it parasites?

[RedSidedSPR]

Because I was under the impression that freezing it eliminated parasites. I never feed stuff that risks parasites.

[kibakiba]

It eliminates most of them if frozen right. Some are resistant to it. I believe Richard told me that.

[guidofatherof5]

Seafood Network Information Center


Check out the second paragraph of "Controlling Parasites"

Chapter 5: Parasites (A Biological Hazard) - 3rd Edition

[RedSidedSPR]

I wouldn't have fed it had I known that, Chantel...

The article says thats sufficient... confused.

[kibakiba]

Yes, at -20 c. I'm not trying to be mean in any way, or accuse you of anything. Just pointing stuff out. I wish we had a freezer that could go that low, snakes would have treats more often.

[RedSidedSPR]

I know you are. No offense taken.

So 30 f for 3 months won't work??