{"product_id":"zoo-med-insect-bearded-dragon-food-juvenile-4-5oz-127gm","title":"Zoo Med Insect Bearded Dragon Food Juvenile 4.5oz\/127gm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBearded dragon hatchlings and juveniles need close to a third more protein than adults, and this is where it comes from.\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoo Med Juvenile Bearded Dragon Food is a pelleted staple built around the higher-protein diet a growing dragon needs, for use alongside gut-loaded live insects and fresh greens. This 127 g (4.5 oz) tub suits a single juvenile's staple feeding as it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24% minimum protein\u003c\/strong\u003e — well above the 16% of the Adult formula, matched to a juvenile's faster growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium-forward mineral base\u003c\/strong\u003e — calcium carbonate, dicalcium and monocalcium phosphate keep calcium ahead of phosphorus, working alongside a dusted-insect and UVB routine, not instead of one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStabilised Vitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e — L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate holds up through pelleting better than plain ascorbic acid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive fermentation-product probiotics\u003c\/strong\u003e — Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus casei, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Enterococcus faecium and Aspergillus oryzae fermentation products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e127 g (4.5 oz) resealable tub\u003c\/strong\u003e — works out to about $19.65 per 100 g at the current price; the 283 g tub runs cheaper per 100 g if you're feeding more than one dragon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127 g (4.5 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLife stage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHatchling \/ juvenile — under roughly 25 cm snout-to-vent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry pellet — moisten before serving, especially for younger dragons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24.0% minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5% minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.0% maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.0% maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.8–1.2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhosphorus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5% minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium : Phosphorus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eapprox. 1.6:1 to 2.4:1 — calculated from the guaranteed analysis above\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAscorbic acid (Vitamin C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 mg\/lb (60 mg\/kg) minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCost per 100 g\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127 g (4.5 oz) — this listing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$24.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$19.65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e283 g (10 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$51.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$18.36\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 283 g tub is the better-value buy per 100 g if you're feeding a single dragon for the long haul or more than one juvenile at once; the 127 g suits trying the formula or keeping a single hatchling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull declaration, transcribed from the manufacturer in the order stated on pack:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic Soybean Meal, Suncured Alfalfa Meal, Dried Lima Beans, Rice Bran, Organic Ground Whole Wheat, Almond Hull Meal, Calcium Carbonate, Endive, Escarole, Dicalcium Phosphate, Monocalcium Phosphate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Dried Dandelion Greens, Yeast Culture, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Brewer's Dried Yeast, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (stabilised source of Vitamin C), Yucca Schidigera Extract, Sodium Selenite, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium bifidum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Product, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Methionine Complex, Choline Chloride, Ferrous Sulphate, Manganous Oxide, Zinc Oxide, Niacin Supplement (source of Vitamin B3), D-Calcium Pantothenate (source of Vitamin B5), Copper Chloride, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (source of Vitamin B2), Ethylenediamine Dihydriodide, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of Vitamin B6), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K activity), Thiamine Mononitrate (source of Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Garlic Extract, Horseradish, Anise Extract, Juniper Extract, Cassia Bark Extract, Ginger Extract, Rosemary (flavour), Citric Acid (preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains soy and wheat. No artificial colours appear in this declaration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer alongside gut-loaded live insects and chopped greens; pellets can be lightly moistened for younger dragons that won't take them dry. Move to the Adult formula once your dragon reaches roughly 25 cm snout-to-vent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hatchling and juvenile bearded dragons, as a daily pelleted staple alongside gut-loaded insects, fresh greens and UVB exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e adult dragons, which don't need this formula's higher protein level and are better served by the Adult formula; other reptile species without checking their own requirements first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by the consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law in addition to any manufacturer undertakings. Standard shipping from Brisbane \/ North Lakes; no special freight handling required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMy dragon won't eat dry pellets — what do I do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoisten the pellets with water into a soft mash. Younger dragons in particular often refuse dry pellets but accept them readily once softened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the 283 g tub actually better value?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — at current pricing the 283 g tub costs about $18.36 per 100 g against $19.65 per 100 g for the 127 g tub, so the larger size is the cheaper option per gram if you'll get through it before the best-before date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much protein does a juvenile actually need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis formula is set at 24% minimum crude protein, against 16% minimum in the Adult formula — the difference reflects a growing dragon's higher protein demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen do I switch to the Adult formula?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZoo Med sizes the switch at roughly 25 cm snout-to-vent, which is a reasonable guide, but condition and age matter too — ask your reptile vet if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"ZooMed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54773931999523,"sku":"ZM915","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/ZM915_11.jpg?v=1782882526","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/zoo-med-insect-bearded-dragon-food-juvenile-4-5oz-127gm","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}