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Old 10-21-2016, 06:23 PM   #1
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Question Do I need to boil?

Hey guys so I found a rock that I want to put in my Syrian hamster , peanut's, cage
My dad says I should boil the rock I just need to rinse in hot water
Is he right ? Should I boil the rock
( he says boiling a rock sounds funny )
I need your answers !!!
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Old 10-21-2016, 06:41 PM   #2
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You should definitely boil the rock if you want to sterilize it
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Old 10-21-2016, 06:45 PM   #3
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Ok I will talk to my dad !
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Old 10-21-2016, 11:33 PM   #4
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Default Re: Do I need to boil?

Rocks can explode if you boil them.
A good soak in some pet safe disinfectant, a thorough rinse then allow to dry & that should be enough.
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Old 10-22-2016, 07:22 AM   #5
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I didn't know that Cypher, that's good to know. I've boiled rocks and wood before with no problem.
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Old 10-22-2016, 07:27 AM   #6
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Wood is ok but with rocks you really are taking a chance!
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Old 10-22-2016, 09:08 AM   #7
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Ok so can I just soak the rock in soap water ?
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Old 10-22-2016, 09:17 AM   #8
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That will only clean dirt off, if you want to sterilise it you need to use a pet safe disinfectant & then rinse it after.
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