Reptile carpet question.. I need as many answers as possilbe.?

Question

I have a question..

I will be trying to get rid of my calcium sand because it has a gross odor to it.

I heard about reptile carpet, and was told that it doesn't smell that bad, and you dont really have to keep changing it.

By that I mean..

Could I buy two pieces of carpet, and then use one, and then in about a week, put it in the washing machine, dry it, but then use a different one for a week? and keep doing it like that?

PLEASE HELP ME WITH THIS!!

give me as much info about this as possible.

Answer 1

Your Answer:

I actually started with cage carpet when my Leopard Gecko was a small chap. Reviewing the best terrain online and in book sources, Calcuim Sand is really the best way to go with adult lizard like reptiles. When feeding my gecko, his teeth would ALWAYS get stuck on the carpet as he would snatch a cricket, and he REALLY struggled to get dis-attached from the carpet. The sand is usually good for a year if kept up and constantly sifted.

I really don't recommend the carpet but yes, it is easier to keep up. I would not recommend cleaning it in the washer and dryer as static electricity would be annoying, and the smells may annoy your pet or get it sick. If you are going to clean it just run it through really warm water, ring it out a few times and let it dry. Any terrain is going to need to be changed out because that is the animals bodily waste causing the odor and aging.

GOOD LUCK! :)

Answer 2

Well when i bought carpet for my leo it had two peices with it so i am doing what you said. It works well.

Answer 3

Definitely don't use the calcium sand.  I found pieces in mind that could slice my leo's stomach in a heartbeat.  People don't realize there is nothing to govern those companies so they can say whatever they want to about it, healthy or not.  If it gets wet it clumps together really bad; impaction waiting to happen.  If you use sand use playground sand; its very fine, no clumping, and no shells or hard/sharp pieces.  I know you said you were getting away from that just wanted to give some info for others who may be mislead by whats on the package (I fell for it too, thought it was awesome stuff until I opened it).  You may want to look into tile or something like that, preferably something with some texture to it like slate tile.  Conducts heat well and once you've picked up the unmentionables you just have to wipe it clean.  Also, they are desert creatures but their dwellings are mostly on rock and stone.  As for the carpet I guess it pretty much depends on your gecko. I know people who have used it solely and with no problems, but I've seen a couple posts lately, not just on here, about geckos getting their teeth stuck.  If it works out then alternating it like that would be just fine.  You could also try paper towels.  Cheap, easy, and work like a charm.  It basically comes down to what works best for you and your gecko.

Answer 4

i use carpet for my lizards because crickets tend to hide otherwise but what you said is good except not washing machine. just handwash it in the tub or sink and let it air dry.