HappyHerps

Whether you have a carnivorous, omnivorous or vegetarian reptile it may be helpful to supplement their diets with a reptile vitamin and mineral supplement.  A calcium/phosphorus based mineral supplement is vital to fast growing reptiles skeletal growth and to prevent osteoporosis, it also helps prevent softening in turtles' shells. Specially formulated vitamin supplements, some with vitamin B-12, are used to stimulate the appetite of pets that are not eating well and give them a quick energy boost if they are lethargic.  Gastric acid in some supplements aids digestion.   

Full-spectrum lighting is also important in conjunction with supplements. It is vital for most reptiles to bask in unfiltered sunlight or under a full-spectrum light. This light helps them to absorb and utilize the stores of calcium and phosphorus in their bodies. While most commercial reptile foods are fairly balanced, depending on your species, you must also be prepared to buy a variety of healthy vegetables, greens and fruits and learn to
prepare them to maximize digestion.

For all reptiles, providing appropriate temperatures is extremely important. Being cold-blooded  they rely on external temperatures to regulate their body temperature. There are several options for providing heat and the best one(s) for you will depend on your reptile and enclosure.

There are many resources on the web for proper herp care.
To learn more, please visit:

www.anapsid.org  and


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