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Zoo Med Precision Dual Thermometer/Humidity Gauge Review

Zoo Med Precision Dual Thermometer/Humidity GaugeThe best way to keep your box turtle healthy and happy is to keep his home at the right temperature and humidity. And keeping a thermometer and humidity guage in the habitat is the easiest way to keep an eye on those levels.

This precision thermometer/humidity gauge from Zoo Med displays both, making it quick and easy for you to get readings at a glance.

It’s a dial-type unit, not digital, so the readings may be less accurate than a digital one. But box turtles are less sensitive to minor variations than some other reptiles. So if you’re looking for a decent unit at a decent price, this may be all you need.

Please Note: This is not the Zoo Med Economy Thermometer/Humidity Gauge. Although that one seems very similar to this one, they are not the same item.

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Zoo Med ReptiHalogen Bulb Review

ReptiHalogen bulb from Zoo Med

The ReptiHalogen Heat Lamp from Zoo Med is made specifically to use with reptiles. It provides the heat your box turtle needs, along with UVA rays that stimulate feeding and breeding.

The bright white light makes him look more vibrant, too. So you’ll both be happier!

The bulbs are delicate, but with careful handling (actually as little handling as possible), they can last up to a year.

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Zoo Med Repti Fogger Terrarium Humidifier Review

Zoo Med Repti Fogger Terrarium Humidifier
Keeping humidity at the right levels for your box turtle is not always easy, but the Repti Fogger Humidifier from Zoo Med can help. It creates a cool fog that humidifies the habitat environment.

It’s simple to use and adjustable, so you can set it to make the right amount of fog for your pet. When used along with a controller, you can keep the humidity within a narrow range.

Based on the reviews, the unit can be a little temperamental and noisy. And the fan has a tendency to break (replacements are available). But if you treat it right (like using only distilled water), it treats your reptile right.

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Zoo Med Repti Calcium Without D3 Review

Zoo Med Repti Calcium Without D3 supplementUsing Zoo Med Repti Calcium without D3 can help your box turtle (or any reptile!) keep her shell and bones strong. This is especially important for female and juvenile turtles.

It does not contain Vitamin D3, so it’s best for animals that get enough UVB exposure to be able to make this important vitamin on their own.

The calcium in this product is pure and free from impurities that could hurt your pet. It’s also made to be easy for your pet’s body to use.

It’s made in the USA.

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Zoo Med Repti Calcium With D3 Review

Zoo Med Repti Calcium with D3 supplement
Give your box turtle the calcium and Vitamin D3 his body needs for strong, healthy bones and shell—all in one shot with Zoo Med’s Repti Calcium with D3.

Adding calcium to his diet won’t do any good if his body doesn’t also have the D3 it needs to use calcium. With this product, you give him both right on his food.

It’s a pure, fine powder that coats his food, so you can be sure he’s eating it.

Then you can have peace of mind knowing you’re giving him a good chance at a longer, healthier life.

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Zoo Med Repti Ramp Bowl Review

Repti Ramp water bowl by Zoo Med


Give your box turtle easy access to water for soaking and drinking with this Repti Ramp Bowl by Zoo Med.

Soaking is an important part of a box turtle’s day, but finding suitable bowls isn’t always easy. They’re too small, or too shallow, or too hard to climb in and out of. Not to mention too easy to knock over and spill (box turtles can be a bit like bulls in a china shop—destructive!).

This bowl solves those problems. Most adult box turtles can fit into the extra-large size. And the gently sloping “steps” provide easy access.

It’s even environmentally friendly—made from 100% recycled plastic.

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Zoo Med ReptiSafe Water Conditioner Review

Zoo Med ReptiSafe Water Conditioner

Regular tap water can contain chlorine, ammonia and other chemicals your pet doesn’t need, but ReptiSafe Water Conditioner removes them all. And it does it almost instantly.

It also contains ions and electrolytes that help keep your reptile better hydrated.

Don’t worry about the “Terrarium” in the name. You can use it for your box turtle’s drinking/soaking water dish, too. The bottle has instructions for use both in terrariums and for drinking water.

If you also have amphibians and/or fish, it will stimulate slime coat development in them.

This is basically a great all-around product to make water safer and healthier for any reptile, amphibian or fish you own.

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