Vetark Reptoboost Power, Electrolyte & Probiotic boost for reptiles & tortoise, Supports recovery following hibernation, Easy to give, 100g powder

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Instructions for use: Reptoboost should be used at a rate of 1 scoop per 500ml of drinking water. Change the water daily and gentle rinse the reptile to wash off any residue from the skin. For recently woken tortoises bathe them in a warm solution of Reptoboost to encourage them to drink, this should be done 2-5 times a day until they begin eating. Always wash them afterwards to remove residue from skin. Now we know what causes death in hibernating tortoises, it is easy to incorporate measures into the preparation before hibernation as well as during to prevent any of these issues arising.

ok so i took my chinese water dragon to the vets yesterday, i was worried because he seems to have an infection in his mouth that i hadnt noticed... when i bought him he already had an infection in the mouth but as it was only at the front i treated it with iodine, it disapeiered as far as i could see but the other day i noticed there was still infection in the top right hand side of his mouth, he has also been closing one eye (the side were the infection is) but keeping the other eye open as if something is irritating the eye, the vet seems to think it is the infection that is making him keep the eye closed, does this sound like something that would happen? Change the water daily and gentle rinse the reptile to wash off any residue from the skin. For recently woken tortoises bathe them in a warm solution of Reptoboost to encourage them to drink, this should be done 2-5 times a day until they begin eating. Always wash them afterwards to remove residue from skin.Its high palatability means it can be added to the drinking water, making it simple to use.It is suitable for all species of reptiles including lizards, snakes and tortoises.Reptoboost can also be administered by stomach tube when rehydrating reptiles that have become dehydrated. Legally a vet is obliged, on request, to provide a written prescription for a medicine they would otherwise sell to you for your pet. Can I return prescription medicines if my animal no longer needs them? These tortoises will pretty much do their own preparation, living outside all year, they will have adjusted to the daylight cycles and will naturally stop feeding on their own. It is important to provide them with a clean source of water to allow them to flush out their bladder and take on fresh water ready to sleep. Keep an eye on them if you can to prevent the 5 main causes of death listed above. Preparation Reptoboost contains probiotic organisms which live for a short time in the gut, this helps to stabilise the pH levels so that the reptile to re-establish the correct balance. The electrolytes present aid in maintaining adequate levels in reptiles with diarrhoea (meaning they are losing electrolytes at a fast pace). The maltodextrins in the blend provide sustained energy rather than just a short burst. Some medications (categorised as POM-V) require a written prescription from a qualified vet after they have examined your pet;

or Post to Pet Health Direct Prescriptions West End House, Upper Green, HIgham, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 6PA, UK. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Do I need a written prescription from my own vet to buy medicines from Pet Health Direct? Has the tortoise been wormed? If been in the garden a worming treatment can be obtained from a reptile specialist vet and its easy to use. Stop feeding the tortoise, keep the temperature the same for at least the first week, but give it long (20-30min) warm baths at least once a day. This will help it metabolise any food remaining in its stomach whilst hydrating itself. Two weeks before Recommended and used by veterinary surgeons, Reptoboost is important for reptiles receiving veterinary treatment. During these times the normal gut flora may be unbalanced and a breakout of harmful bacteria may occur, causing other health problems. Directions for Use Also, is it worth just having a dish of Calcium in the viv rather than dusting their food with it? If they're not eating they're obviously not getting the calcium or Nutrabol?Developed by the clever reptile carers at Vetark, Reptoboost is a nutritional boost for lots of different reptiles, including lizards, snakes and tortoises, giving them a vital dose of hydration and energy when they need it the most. Reptoboost is a powdered supplement that is a mixture of probiotic bacteria, A C E vitamins, electrolytes & glucose for energy. Once opened it should be used within 3 months, after which time the probiotic component will be less effective. It is useful for:

Simple to use, Vetark Reptoboost is added to your reptile's drinking water to help them rehydrate and provide them with a supplementary source of energy to get them through hard times should they arise. It helps when settling new pets, helping them feel less lethargic and more confident. Reptoboost is a carefully blended mixture of glucose and maltodextrins for energy, electrolytes, vitamins and probioticsIts high palatability means it can be added to the drinking water, making its use simple for all species of reptiles including lizards, snakes and tortoises. Reptoboost can also be administered by stomach tube when rehydrating reptiles that have become dehydrated.