How to Clean a Tarantula's Habitat

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Decide where to place the spider.

   Depending on your comfort level and the mood of your tarantula, either remove the tarantula with your hand or by gently scooping it into a dish.
   
   Never try to remove a moody or molting tarantula as they may flick hair at you or bite.
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   Step 2: Place your tarantula in a safe place where they cannot escape.

   If they are in a dish, remember to add air holes for proper ventilation. , Never reuse bedding, as it may have feces or food left in it. , Wash this well with soap and water.
   
   You can use the same soap you use on your dishes, but remember to rinse well.
   
   If you use a sponge, always use a new, clean sponge as bacteria can build up in old sponges. , Again, dish soap is fine, but always rinse well. , Check on your tarantula while waiting to make sure they have not escaped.
   
   Remember, tarantulas are notorious escape artists. , Be sure to add enough to allow your tarantula to burrow as the breed needs. , Remember to fill the water dish before placing it in the terrarium. ,, This is their way of thanking you!
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   Step 3: Remove all bedding in the terrarium and dispose of it properly.

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   Step 4: Remove all feeding and water dishes

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   Step 5: plants

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   Step 6: and other decor.

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   Step 7: Wash the entire terrarium in hot water with soap.

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   Step 8: Allow to air dry for as long as possible.

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   Step 9: Replace old bedding with new bedding once the terrarium is completely dry.

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    Step 10: Replace all water and food dishes

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    Step 11: plants

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    Step 12: and other decor.

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    Step 13: If you use a thermostat or humidity gauge

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    Step 14: replace these as well.

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    Step 15: Gently place your tarantula back into it's newly cleaned home and watch it explore!

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