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Reddit mentions of Zoo Med ReptiSafe Water Conditioner (8.75)

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Reddit mentions: 8

We found 8 Reddit mentions of Zoo Med ReptiSafe Water Conditioner (8.75). Here are the top ones.

Zoo Med ReptiSafe Water Conditioner (8.75)
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The first instant terrarium water conditioner.Great for reptile water bowls, chameleon drip water systems, amphibian enclosures, and aquatic turtle tanks.ReptiSafe removes chloramines and chlorine, detoxify es ammonia and nitrites, and provides essential ions and electrolytes which help to hydrate newly acquired animals.Also stimulates slime coat development in amphibians and fish.
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ColorBlue
Height1.5 Inches
Length5.1 Inches
Number of items1
Size8.75 oz
Weight0.6 Pounds
Width1.6 Inches

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Found 8 comments on Zoo Med ReptiSafe Water Conditioner (8.75):

u/standard_staples · 3 pointsr/turtle

I have 1 adult RES in a 55 gallon tank with about 40 gallons of water.

Zacro Aquarium Fish Tank Cleaner for Changing Water

This is what I've been using for years. Cheap and works. I use a 5 gallon bucket for emptying and refilling in increments. I pour the waste water down the toilet, and fill in the tub. I use ReptiSafe to condition the water before adding it back (inactivates chlorine).

No lugging the tank anywhere. No substrate to trap waste.

I recently invested in a Cascade 1000 canister filter and that has really helped keep the water clear for much longer intervals. It was about $100 but now I only have to do partial water changes once every two weeks, and I try to clean the filter every month and change the media on schedule. Much less work and totally worth the investment.

u/Rottingunicorn · 3 pointsr/turtles

He doesn't look too big, but some can grow really fast. This tank size may last you a couple months while you look for another. Supplies that you need ASAP are the UV light/Heater lamp and more water with filtration. When adding tap water remember to treat it with a dechlorinator that also gets rid of heavy minerals. If you're looking to save money on a tank, wait for a pet store nearby to have a dollar a gallon sale, or look locally for deals on used tanks w/ accessories on craigslist.

I recommended a thermometer for your water and basking area because particular species of turtles do better at different temperatures. I'm not sure what size that tank is but I'm guessing around 10-20g and would do well with a smaller heater. Your filtration should be rated 2-4 times the amount of water in your tank, and have 3 stages of filtration because they can be super messy.

P.S. If you know what size tank you have, and what you're planning to upgrade to I could recommend you some tank media that would work for you

u/shrike1978 · 1 pointr/snakes

Use a dechlorinator such as this one. It removes chlorine, chloramines, and some heavy metals from tap water instantly, and it also puts in some beneficial minerals. I use it in all water that goes into any of my snakes' habitats, including the water I use to water the soil in my kingsnake bioactive.

u/JaWoosh · 1 pointr/turtle

Could be both, to be honest. How is the tap water in your area? Where I live, I can use tap water, but I do add a water conditioner to it to neutralize the chlorine and make it safe for them.

Otherwise yeah I would definitely get them a UVB light right away, and keep it on 12 hours a day for them above a dry basking spot.

u/auryncharm · 1 pointr/BeardedDragons

Zoo Med makes a special dechlorinator with electrolytes in it that's meant for drinking water and bath water- http://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-ReptiSafe-Water-Conditioner/dp/B0002568SG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1416568003&sr=8-1&keywords=zoo+med+water+conditioner. I use this occasionally if the chlorine levels seem higher than normal in my tap water.

u/iloveturtles08 · 1 pointr/turtle

I'm sorry for your loss :( It's wonderful that you are trying your best to save your second turtle. I suggest against using sand because your hatchling may choke/eat and possibly die from it. You can get unpolished river rocks at your local dollar store (I think in 32oz bags). I use a Fluval water filter with BioMax and Aqueon Pro heater, and Reptisafe water conditioner all purchased from Amazon (links below). The filters has lasted me 10+ years and still going strong - and purchase the replacement filters/Biomax when needed. For the heater, I did experience a problem with a defective water heater once, but I received excellent customer service from Aqueon who sent me a replacement immediately. Maintain water at 75-85ºF. You have a basking rock and UV lamps so that's great - maintain 90-95ºF. It's very important to have the right water/basking temperature and clean, pH balanced water at all times. Sending your little guy healing vibes and hope he gets well soon!

Heater: http://www.amazon.com/Aqueon-Heaters-Submersible-Aquarium-250-Watt/dp/B003GKN12A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1462139566&sr=8-1&keywords=aqueon+pro+heater

Filter: http://www.amazon.com/Fluval-A480-U4-Underwater-Filter/dp/B001XRXY1G/ref=sr_1_27?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1462139639&sr=1-27&keywords=turtle+filter

Reptisafe: http://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-ReptiSafe-Water-Conditioner/dp/B0002568SG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1462140354&sr=8-2&keywords=reptisafe

u/kottonkrown · 1 pointr/turtle

> What food brand are you feeding the turtle? Very important.

Reptomin Floating Food Sticks and Fluker's Buffet Blend for Aquatic Turtles (mostly Reptomin). I supplement with live feeder crickets (1x / month or so) and small amounts of steamed broccoli (2x / month). He generally won't eat other veggies, like red leaf lettuce, kale, or any fruit.

> How deep is the water?

Not deep enough, i'm sure. He's in a 55 gallon aquarium, with about 18 gallons of water, providing about 9 inches of depth. In the photos below, I keep the water level up to the slate basking stone. The plastic container that forms the base is hollow, so he can swim under the platform. I change the water every 7 days (sometimes as long as 10 days if my schedule gets pushed). Filtration is a Tetra 20i equivalent. I change filter media with the water changes, and use Ammo-Carb as the media.

I'm looking at building an overhead sump filter, or upsizing to canister filter (I'm a renter and worried about a disaster scenario involving a leak). I've also constructed a larger (taller) basking platform that I need to tweak a bit to fit, but will allow me to get a full 12 inch depth of swimming water for him.

> Are you adding chemicals to the water?

ReptiSafe to neutralize chlorine. Ammo-Carb as the filtration media

> Post photos of the enclosure.

This is how the enclosure has been configured up until now. I have a 60W halogen flood to provide heat and was using a ReptiSun 5.0 compact fluorescent until recently, when I upgraded to a Reptisun 10.0.

Turtle is currently in dry dock as I'm treating for what I think is shell rot. I actually have a vet appointment tomorrow to have him examined for both the shell issues and the lesions.

This turtle is at least 10 years old, probably 15ish (I got him as an adult from friends who couldn't care for him anymore)

Here's the photos:

Basking Setup

Full Tank Setup

Food and ReptiSafe

Filter Media

u/xj2379 · 1 pointr/BeardedDragons

You can buy reptile water conditioners if you're concerned. You'll want to find one that conditions based on what minerals are present in the tap water so asking a local reptile vet for product recommendations is a good idea.