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    shedding advice

    I think Neo is about to shed ...first time experience for me ...I know he is not a Garter but I'm looking for general snake shedding advice to help him on his way ...I really want a clean shed as Joe wants to bring it to school for show and tell.
    As always your expertise is appreciated.
    Mark

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    Re: shedding advice

    Make sure Neo has enough water to soak in. Provide some items to rub against, then sit and wait.
    Whether it's a complete shed or not only time will tell.
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    Re: shedding advice

    Thanx Steve

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    Re: shedding advice

    Make up a moist hide, if you can get Sphragum(?poor spelling) moss use that as it is awesome stuff. You can use a deli cup(one that is plenty big enough for your snake.) Cut a hole in the lid or side and add moist moss or if you want use moist paper towels, but paper towels have to be changed often as they can get moldy. Or even a moist hand towel... And place it on the warm side. You snake will find and use it if needed.

    My snakes both love my moist hide, I used moss, lasts way longer and has great anti bacterial/fungal properties. If I can't find my snakes.. I know where they are.. just lift the lid n they recoil at me as if I am some jerk holding the door open to a steam room. (ya know like after a nice hot shower n someone opens the door.. get the cool breeze)
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    Re: shedding advice

    You did fine, just drop the "r"
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    Re: shedding advice

    think they sell it in the pet shop
    thanx peeps

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    Re: shedding advice

    Ebay Mark
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    Re: shedding advice

    Called into Pets at home on the way home from work

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    Also picked up a herp haven..I got it for a Tenner


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    so I put some moss in it, and put it in the viv
    Thanx for all the help
    mark

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    Re: shedding advice

    Looks good Mark! Keep us posted!
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    Re: shedding advice

    He is really digging the new hide, has been in it most of the day

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