How to Clean a Frog's Vivarium

Vivariums are glass tanks in which amphibians and reptiles are housed. Frogs possess moist, permeable skin, through which they are able to breathe. They require a moist environment in which to live. Bedding within the vivarium must therefore remain damp and will require changing every few weeks to prevent it from developing growths of mold. The water in a frog's water bowl can also be changed during these routine cleaning sessions. Remove feces and uneaten food on a daily basis.

Things You'll Need

  • Liquid chlorine remover
  • 2-gallon jug of water
  • Clean plastic container
  • Small plastic container and lid
  • Large towel
  • Large plastic container
  • Disinfectant designed for reptiles
  • Two clean cloths
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Instructions

    • 1

      Add liquid aquarium chlorine remover to a 2-gallon jug of water.

    • 2

      Open a bag of coconut fiber bedding and place the new bedding into a clean plastic container. Add sufficient dechlorinated water to dampen it. Coconut bedding is available from most pet dealers.

    • 3

      Place a clan plastic container, complete with lid, next to the vivarium. Ensure that either the container or the lid contains small ventilation holes.

    • 4

      Remove the lid from the container and place a handful of bedding from the vivarium into the container.

    • 5

      Use both hands to gently scoop up the frog and place it into the plastic container. Replace the lid and ensure that it fits tightly.

    • 6

      Place an old towel on the table next to the vivarium. Place a large plastic container on the towel.

    • 7

      Remove the water bowel from the vivarium. Place the old bedding and all decor items, such as bark, rocks and plants into the large plastic container.

    • 8

      Throw out the old water and clean the water bowel, using a disinfectant designed for reptiles.

    • 9

      Rinse the rocks under running tap water and use an old toothbrush to remove any algae.

    • 10

      Wet a clean cloth with disinfectant solution and wipe down the vivarium. Rinse out the vivarium with warm water and use a cloth to dry it.

    • 11

      Replace the water dish and fill it with dechlorinated water. Pack the fresh coconut fiber bedding abound the dish. Cover the remaining floor area with bedding and return the rocks, bark and plants in their pots.

    • 12

      Return the frog to its vivarium.