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

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with regard to tortoises coming out of hibernation, this should be repeated 2x daily for around a week ir until the tortoise is eating and defecating normally Its 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. During this period, if the tortoises eyes remain closed, you can try wiping them gently with a warm, used teabag, which will help remove any scum as well as being a mild antiseptic. 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.

Let the reptile soak for at least 20 minutes or longer to allow it to warm all the way through its body 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. Reptoboost is a carefully blended mixture of glucose and maltodextrins for energy, electrolytes, vitamins and probiotics

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Analytical Constituents: Protein 0%, Crude Fibres 0%, Crude Oils and Fats 0%, Crude Ash 8.8%, Moisture 0.9%.

Its high palatability means it can be added to the drinking water, making its use simple for all species of reptiles including lizards, snakes and tortoise. Reptoboost can also be administered by stomach tube in rehydrating reptiles which have become dehydrated.

Technological Additives: None stated; Sensory Additives: None stated; Nutritional Additives: Gut flora stabiliser: Bacillus Subtilis C-3102 DSM 15544 4b1820 CFU 2.8x107. Was putting it down to incorrect heating or stress from moving from their old home to my home. Since then have got the heat mat hooked up to a thermostat and thermometers measuring the hot side (usually around 30.8] and cool side (usually around 24). The aim to to be nearer the hibernation temperature by the end of the week. Swap any bulbs to low wattage energy savers or turn them off all together. Continue with the daily baths and still no food. Turn off the UVB lamp and remove any additional heat sources. Move to a cooler room if necessary. Hibernation Some time ago it was a bit hit and miss as to whether the tortoise would wake up and the advice was simply to put the tortoise in a box with hay and hope for the best! Now we know so much more about tortoises and the hibernation process that if followed correctly, is extremely unlikely to fail. The causes of death in hibernating tortoises were: Is the tortoise healthy? If it has had any issues such as an illness wounds, a period of non-feeding due to too cool a temperature etc it would be best to keep it warm and put off hibernating until the next year.