{"product_id":"hikari-dragon-gel-60g","title":"Hikari Dragon Gel 60g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHikari Dragon Gel 60g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHikari Dragon Gel 60g\u003c\/strong\u003e is a ready-to-use, paste-type reptile food for the growth and maintenance of most vegetable- and insect-eating lizards, such as bearded dragons, ocellated lizards and water dragons. There is no mixing or preparation. You squeeze the soft, flavoursome paste straight from the spout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo mixing required: squeeze the soft paste from the spout onto a spoon or feeding dish and serve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavour-rich and well suited to geckos that use their tongues to sense or sample food and are partial to fruit flavours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTexture and taste that reptiles accept quickly, even when they are switching from other foods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLab-verified nutrient mix, rich in mealworm meal and carefully selected fruit ingredients such as mango.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulated to contain all the nutrients that fruit- and insect-eating geckos need, so added calcium or other mineral supplements are not required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloped after extensive feeding trials at the Hikari® Aquatic Lab, including the successful breeding of Crested Geckos on this diet exclusively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe proprietary production process is designed to address parasite and bacterial concerns, and the food contains no preservatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA specially designed pouch helps maintain quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently knead the pouch before use to avoid liquid pooling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the spout and squeeze the desired amount onto a spoon or feeding dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your pet doesn't readily accept the food, use a spoon to present it in front of its mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed late in the day, as Crested Geckos are most active at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways remove any remaining food after the feeding period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults: up to 0.1 Oz (3g) every 2 or 3 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBabies: 0.04 Oz (1g) daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage and Handling Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter opening, always keep the pouch refrigerated with the cap tightly closed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever use after the best-before date, or more than 30 days after opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop feeding immediately if you notice any unusual smell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dry or hard piece of food can form at the pouch opening and at the start of the paste. Food can also dry out in the neck of the pouch after opening, especially if the cap is not tight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo avoid transferring bacteria to the food, never touch the spout with unclean utensils or fingers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe food can sometimes have a higher moisture content, but this does not affect its nutrition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost vegetable- and insect-eating lizards, including bearded dragons, ocellated lizards and water dragons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit- and insect-eating geckos, including Crested Geckos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 60 g (2.1 oz) pouch of Hikari Dragon Gel with a spout and cap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I feed it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe feeding guide suggests up to 0.1 Oz (3g) every 2 or 3 days for adults and 0.04 Oz (1g) daily for babies. Remove any leftover food after feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to add calcium or mineral supplements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe formulation contains all the nutrients that fruit- and insect-eating geckos need, which removes the need for added calcium or other mineral supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it last once opened?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKeep the pouch refrigerated with the cap tightly closed, and never use it more than 30 days after opening or after the best-before date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I do if my pet won't eat it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse a spoon to place the food in front of its mouth. The texture and taste are designed to be quickly accepted, even by reptiles switching from other foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere is a dry, hard piece at the spout. Is that normal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, this can happen at the pouch opening and at the start of the paste, especially if the cap isn't tight. Keep the cap closed and never touch the spout with unclean utensils or fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a wetter texture a problem?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The food can sometimes have a higher moisture content, but this does not affect its nutrition. 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