MITEARREST
Fur mites on laboratory rodents present a dangerous and sometimes deadly threat. MITEARREST® is an insecticidal bedding developed at Harvard University for the control and prevention of invasive acarids. MITEARREST® is the easiest to use, most effective and least expensive option available to eradicate fur mites.
MITEARREST® consists of individual cotton balls impregnated with permethrin that are placed directly into the rodent’s cage. Animals readily accept MITEARREST® and quickly turn it into nests. Through constant contact with the treated cotton, not only are existing fur mites killed, but it also eliminates new mites as they hatch.
Benefit
Efficacy: MITEARREST® can eradicate the most severe infestations.
MITEARREST® not only kills existing mites, but it also kills new mites emerging from eggs, and can prevent reinfestation.
Ease of Use: Technicians add MITEARREST® to the cage when changing bedding materials. No dips, dusts or injections are needed, and treatment is verifiable! Technicians can tell if MITEARREST® is being used correctly by simply looking in the cage.
Cost-Effectiveness: MITEARREST® is extremely affordable. Coupled with the reduction in time to treat animals.
Reduces Animal Stress: Other mite removal treatments involve excessive handling and hazardous methods. MITEARREST® removes these stresses and dangers and satisfies the natural nesting instincts of lab rodents.