Vetafarm Original Vita C Chews for Small Animals 60 Chews
Guinea pigs, like humans, are unable to synthesize their own vitamin C and must obtain it through their diet. This essential nutrient plays a critical role in collagen production, which is vital for the integrity of skin, joints, and blood vessels. Additionally, vitamin C is crucial for maintaining a robust immune system. Without adequate vitamin C intake, guinea pigs are at risk of developing scurvy, a condition that can lead to severe health issues.
Vetafarm Original Vita C Chews for Small Animals 60 Chews have been meticulously formulated by veterinarians to provide stabilized vitamin C supplementation, ensuring your guinea pig receives the necessary daily intake to maintain optimal health. Flavored with natural ingredients such as pumpkin and carrot, these chews are highly palatable, making daily administration both easy and enjoyable for your pet.
Key Benefits:
- Stabilized Vitamin C: Ensures consistent potency to effectively prevent vitamin C deficiency.
- Supports Collagen Production: Aids in maintaining healthy skin, joints, and blood vessels.
- Enhances Immune Function: Bolsters the immune system, reducing susceptibility to illnesses.
- Highly Palatable: Natural flavors like pumpkin and carrot make the chews appealing to guinea pigs.
- No Artificial Additives: Free from artificial binders, colors, and flavors, ensuring a natural supplement.
Ingredients:
Vetafarm Crittacare Herbivore (oat hulls, lucerne, wheat, soybean, lecithin soy, salt, zeolite, lysine, methionine, raspberry flavour, vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12, C, D3, E, H & K) & minerals (calcium, cobalt, copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium sodium, sulphur & zinc)), stabilised vitamin C, sorbitol, potato starch, pumpkin, carrot, sorbic acid, vegetable oil.
Guaranteed Analysis (per ~0.5g chew):
Crude Protein (min) 10%
Crude Fat (min) 5%
Crude Fibre (min) 8%
Vitamin C 30 mg
Caloric Content (Calculated) 3.2kcal (per 0.5g chew).
Feeding Guidelines:
Maintenance Dose: Provide 1 chew per 1kg of body weight daily.
Notes:
- Store in a cool, dry place and keep the bag sealed once opened.
- Expiry is 2 years from the date of manufacture.