{"product_id":"hikari-leopa-gel-60g","title":"Hikari Leopa Gel 60g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHikari Leopa Gel 60g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHikari Leopa Gel 60g\u003c\/strong\u003e is a ready-to-use, paste-type reptile food for insect-eating reptiles such as leopard geckos. You squeeze it straight from the pouch, with no mixing and no extra supplements to prepare. It suits keepers who want a convenient growth and maintenance diet that geckos accept readily.\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, flavour-filled paste from the spout and feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScientifically formulated as a growth and maintenance diet for insect-eating reptiles like leopard geckos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly flavourful, 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\u003eThe texture and taste help reptiles accept it quickly, even when you 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\u003eContains the nutrients that fruit- and insect-eating geckos need, so no added calcium or other mineral supplements are required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulated after extensive feeding trials at the Hikari Aquatic Lab, including the successful breeding of Crested Geckos on the manufacturer's gel exclusively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pouch is specially designed to maintain quality. The proprietary production process addresses parasite and bacterial concerns, and the formula contains no preservatives.\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 into a feeding dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your pet doesn't readily accept the food, use a spoon to hold it in front of its mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed late in the day, as geckos of this type 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 the food after the best-before date, or more than 30 days after opening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop feeding immediately if you notice an 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 spout. After opening, food can dry out in the neck of the pouch, 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 gel 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\u003eLeopard geckos and other insect-eating reptiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit- and insect-eating geckos, including Crested Geckos (the manufacturer's feeding guidance refers to the food as CrestGel).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth adult and baby geckos, using the feeding amounts above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm: ready-to-use paste in a squeezable pouch with a spout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey ingredients: mealworm meal and selected fruit ingredients, such as mango\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreservatives: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 60 g (2.1 oz)\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 Leopa Gel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much Leopa Gel should I feed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe manufacturer suggests up to 0.1 Oz (3g) every 2 or 3 days for adults and 0.04 Oz (1g) daily for babies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to add calcium or other supplements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The formula contains the nutrients fruit- and insect-eating geckos need, so added calcium or other mineral supplements are not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\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. Never use it more than 30 days after opening or after the best-before date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy gecko won't eat it. What can I try?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUse a spoon to place the food right in front of its mouth. Feeding late in the day also helps, as geckos of this type are most active at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere is a dry, hard piece at the spout. Is that normal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFood can dry out in the neck of the pouch, especially if the cap isn't tight. Keep the cap closed firmly, and never touch the spout with unclean utensils or fingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I do if the gel smells unusual?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStop feeding immediately. 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