Reptiles and amphibians require specific care that is tailored to their natural habitat. This means that nutrition, housing and care products must work well together in order to optimally support your animal’s wellbeing.
At Vetsend, you will find a carefully selected range for reptiles and amphibians. The assortment includes food, both complete and complementary feeds, as well as supplies for the terrarium and daily care. In addition, the pharmacy offers various supplements, vitamins and minerals.
Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) is a common and serious health condition in reptiles. It develops due to a disrupted calcium and phosphorus metabolism, often caused by incorrect nutrition, insufficient vitamin D3 or a lack of UVB light. Without timely treatment, MBD can lead to permanent skeletal deformities.
Reptiles have become increasingly popular as pets in recent years. They are fascinating, often relatively calm, and require very different care compared to dogs or cats. Whether you are just starting out or already have experience, there are reptiles that are suitable for both beginners and more advanced keepers. In this blog, we list the top 10 most commonly kept reptiles as pets, with a short explanation for each species.
A well-designed terrarium is the foundation for a healthy and active reptile. Reptiles are completely dependent on their environment: temperature, humidity, lighting, diet and layout must closely match their natural habitat. In this blog, we guide you step by step through setting up a terrarium, from the initial choices to the finer details of plants, lighting and climate.
The health of your reptile requires care that suits the animal and the conditions in which it is kept. Within daily care, several aspects play a role, all contributing to the wellbeing of your reptile.
Suitable food is a fixed part of reptile care. The range of reptile food consists of different types of feed that meet the varied needs of reptiles and amphibians. There are complete feeds and complementary products that can be used as part of the daily diet. As nutritional requirements vary per species, the assortment includes various options suited to keeping and caring for different reptiles.
Medical supplies support the care of reptiles and amphibians in a variety of situations. This category includes supplements and products that are used at specific moments of care or when additional support is required.
Reptiles and amphibians require various vitamins and minerals, including calcium. These nutrients form part of general care and are often used during growth, reproduction or when the animal has specific needs. A proper balance of vitamins and minerals is important to help prevent health issues such as bone disorders (MBD). The pharmacy range therefore includes various supplements that support this.
It is important that supplements and medical supplies are used and dosed correctly. Excessive or incorrect use may have adverse effects. Therefore, supplements and medication should preferably only be used following advice from a veterinary surgeon or after careful research into the specific needs of the reptile or amphibian.
Daily supplies are essential when keeping and caring for reptiles. These products are used when setting up the terrarium and support the conditions in which the animal lives.
The terrarium set-up is tailored to the reptile’s natural habitat. The choice of bedding, furnishings and decoration and the type of terrarium all play a role in creating a functional living space. In addition, structure and hiding places can be added. A suitable set-up matches the animal’s behaviour and way of life and helps create a clear and easy-to-maintain terrarium.
Lighting and heating are a fixed part of daily reptile care. These products provide the right light and heat supply, tailored to the animal’s needs and the type of terrarium. The range includes various lighting and heating products that contribute to suitable conditions during the day and night.
The climate in the terrarium requires attention to several environmental factors. Products for climate control, water supply and care help support these conditions. By using the right daily supplies, the terrarium climate can be better aligned with the reptile’s natural habitat.
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