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So when you're cleaning out your land turtle's enclosure, probably the main
thing you want to focus on is the cleanliness of the substrate or the
material that you have, lying in the bottom of the tank. So if you're using
something simple like, paper towels or cage paper, it's going to be pretty
easy to clean those out, as they get soiled. If you're using wood chips or
dirt, sand or some other material like that, again, you want to try and
spot clean the area. So if the animal goes to the bathroom, you can clean
those areas directly, and then you should also be changing out the entire
later of substrate one to two times a month, again, depending on the size
of your tank and how many animals are in that enclosure.
When we keep reptiles in captivity, we're often trying to create a more
humid environment than one that we may live in. Keep in mind that some of
those more porous substrates can absorb water, and if you combine that with
the extra heat added for the basking area for the reptile, you can actually
create some bacterial and fungal growths in the substrate. So while you do
want to maintain a humid environment, you also want to be sure the
substrate is clean.
When you're wiping down the sides of the tank or cleaning out cage
accessories, again, you can use soap and water but, make sure you rinse
everything very well and do not use any harmful cleaners actually, around
the pet. So those are some tips to consider when you are cleaning out your
land turtle's enclosure.