D3 or no D3

[ategels]

If using a Reptisun 10.0 T5 HO or 10.0 T8 bulb do I need to use the calcium supplement with D3? I've been dusting all of his feeders (5 months old) with the pink Repcall Calcium with D3. Should I be using the green Repcal Calcium that has no D3 ?

 

[CooperDragon]

A T8 tube doesn't put out a ton of UVB so using a D3 supplement is a good idea. A T5 at proper distance should be putting out UVB similar to sunlight so D3 supplement probably isn't needed. If in doubt you might try using a low dose D3 supplement like this https://www.amazon.com/Repashy-Calcium-Plus-LoD-Sizes/dp/B00DLJRMV2

 

[EllenD]

I agree with Cooper, I have been using Reptisun 10.0 T5HO tubes, either 22" or 34", for years and years, and I have coupled them with Repashy Calcium Plus for years as well. No issues, excellent results, proper growth and great health.

 

[susan1919]

A T8 tube doesn't put out a ton of UVB so using a D3 supplement is a good idea. A T5 at proper distance should be putting out UVB similar to sunlight so D3 supplement probably isn't needed. If in doubt you might try using a low dose D3 supplement like this https://www.amazon.com/Repashy-Calcium-Plus-LoD-Sizes/dp/B00DLJRMV2

CopperDragon would i use the Repashy-calcium-plus daily? I also have the T5 uvb..I am having to mix the rep-cal brands and i think this one might be easier..thanks

 

[CooperDragon]

I don't use D3 with my T5. Just plain calcium. A low dose D3 supplement shouldn't cause any issues though and you could go with the all in one. Just dust the bugs in a light even coat at every bug meal and you should be in good shape.

 

[Drache613]

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[susan1919]

I agree with Cooper, I have been using Reptisun 10.0 T5HO tubes, either 22" or 34", for years and years, and I have coupled them with Repashy Calcium Plus for years as well. No issues, excellent results, proper growth and great health.

How often should i use it for a 10 month old dragon Ellen? Thanks