Cleaning Protocols
At Viola's Beardies, we understand the importance of disease prevention. When we were rescuing reptiles, quarantining the animals, cleaning instruments, and washing decor between rescues was essential for preventing large outbreaks of parasites, mites, infections etc.
Step 1: Remove all furniture
After every boarder leaves, we remove all decor (basking furniture, tiles, dishes) and set them aside for cleaning.
Step 4: Clean cage furniture
All furniture is cleaned by scrubbing with soap and very hot running water, then finished up by soaking in F10 disinfectant and allowing to dry.
Step 2: Remove all solid waste with cleaning vinegar.
We make sure all food, waste, or other solid material is fully removed using an undiluted 10% acetic acid vinegar.
Optional - 3% peroxide spray
We often use an undiluted 3% peroxide spray to spot treat and to disinfect tools. This targets hard-to-kill organisms like cryptosporidium. CDC info on crypto here
Step 3: F10 SC Veterinary Disinfectant
The final and most important step to cleaning the enclosure is using F10 Vet disinfectant. This cleaner is effective against most known bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa.
Steamer - For suspected/confirmed outbreaks
If we have a suspected or confirmed infection (i.e. mites, parasites, infections) in any animal, we use a handheld steamer on all surfaces. The extreme heat kills parasites, bacteria and viruses.