In the wild, reptiles and amphibians rely on hunting and scavenging for live food, which is not only highly nutritious but also provides essential enrichment. In captivity, offering live food allows reptiles to engage their natural instincts by chasing and hunting.
At Petfood Plus, we offer a variety of live food options to cater to your pet’s dietary needs, including Pisces crickets, mealworms, and woodies.
Frozen Food for Reptiles
In addition to live food, we stock frozen food options like rats and mice for snakes & Fish Fuel Co Turtle food or bloodworms for turtles.
Frozen food provides convenience and nutritional value, especially for those reptiles like snakes that require specific prey items.
Pellets and Dry Foods
For daily nutrition, pellets and dry foods can be helpful. We offer a wide selection turtle sticks and pellets for aquatic species, bearded dragon pellets, and lizard food tailored to the unique needs of each reptile.
These options provide a balanced diet, ensuring your pet gets the vitamins and minerals it needs without the hassle of preparing live insects and prey.
Treats for Reptiles
Occasionally, reptiles enjoy a tasty treat. We carry dried mealworms and omnivore mix, which can be fed in moderation to some reptiles. These treats provide a fun and nutritious supplement to their main diet, offering additional protein and variety.
The Importance of Calcium
Calcium is a crucial part of a reptile’s diet to maintain strong bones and prevent health issues like metabolic bone disease. While carnivorous reptiles like snakes often get their calcium from prey, other reptiles may need supplementation. This can be easily done by dusting live food with high-quality calcium powder. Additionally, reptiles need proper UVB lighting to absorb calcium effectively. The UVB rays trigger the release of vitamin D, which aids calcium absorption in the gut. In captivity, providing UVB lighting that mimics sunlight is essential to your pet’s health.
Keeping Feeder Insects Alive
To keep your feeder insects healthy, they also need food and water. This can be done by offering fresh fruits, vegetables, and Aquaload for hydration. It’s also beneficial to gutload insects (feeding them nutritious food) a couple of hours before offering them to your reptile. This allows the insects to pass on the nutrients to your pet. For easy storage and feeding, we stock cricket pens, mealworm feeders, and feeding tongs. This can help you maintain and serve your insect feeders. We also have pisces Aquaload and Gutload.
A well-rounded diet is crucial for the health and well-being of your reptile. By providing a mix of live food, frozen food, pellets, treats, and appropriate supplements, you can ensure your pet receives all the nutrients it needs to thrive.