From the makers of Rep-Cal, Herptivite is a multivitamin, multimineral, and amino acid food supplement for herptiles without Vitamin A. Instead it uses Beta Carotene so it eliminates the threat of Vitamin A toxicity. Mix with Rep-Cal for a complete health program.
Vitamin deficiencies can be a major problem in captive bred reptiles and amphibians. Animals with deficiencies can experience slower growth, organ failures, fertility complications, develop deformities, have trouble consuming their food, and can die as a result. You can learn more about We take proper nutrition very seriously!
Rep-Cal Herptivite Multivitamin is a staple in all of our captive bred animal diets. It's formulation contains natural source ingredients with a base of sea vegetation, which is rich in essential trace elements and minerals. Herptivite contains proper levels of vitamins and minerals combine in perfect balance for many aspects of your reptile's bodily functions. It uses Beta Carotene rather than Vitamin A so there is no threat of Vitamin A toxicity. Beta Carotene is an anti-oxidant that is converted to Vitamin A after consumed. It's powder form allows for evenly coating on insects and foods and easy mixing. Rep-Cal packages their supplements in durable airtight containers for easy storage and use.
How to use with feeder insects: Combine a 1:1 ratio of both Calcium with Vitamin D3 with Herptivite in a container and shake. Dump feeder insects directly into the container with supplements and gently shake until insects are evenly coated. The insects are ready to feed out!
How to use with other foods: It is recommended to use ½ tbsp. of Herptivite and ½ tbsp. of Calcium with Vitamin D3 per pound of food. Shake with vegetables and/or fruits to coat with vitamins, or directly mix into other prepared foods and pastes.
Ingredients: Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acide, Leucine, Valine, Serine, Lysine, Alanine, Phenylalanine, Arginine, Isoleucine, Threonine, Tyrosine, Methionine, Proline, Glycine, Cysteine, Histidine, Suncured Alfalfa, Dried Kelp, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Ascorbic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxide Hydrochloride, Manganous Oxide, Sulfure, ZInc Oxide, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Oxide, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Magnesium Oxide, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K activity), Biotin, Folic Acid.