{"product_id":"zoo-med-tortoise-block-5-oz","title":"Zoo Med Tortoise Block - Calcium \u0026 Food Supplement for Tortoises and Box Turtles, 5 oz","description":"\u003ch2\u003eZoo Med Tortoise Block - Calcium and Food Supplement Treat for Tortoises and Box Turtles\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Zoo Med Tortoise Block is a unique calcium-based food and supplement treat designed for tortoises and box turtles. Combining Opuntia cactus, dried vegetables, and a calcium base, the Tortoise Block provides dietary calcium, supplemental food, and beak maintenance support in a single convenient block format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rough calcium base helps maintain your tortoise's beak naturally during normal gnawing, while the blend of cactus and vegetables provides nutritional variety. The Tortoise Block also works well as a supplemental vacation feeder, giving your tortoise access to food and calcium while you are away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSold as 1 block, 5 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides dietary calcium through a calcium sulfate base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique blend of Opuntia cactus and dried vegetables for supplemental food variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain tortoise and box turtle beaks naturally during gnawing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for use as a supplemental vacation feeder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for tortoises and box turtles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient block format for easy habitat placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Reptile Owners Choose It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTortoise and box turtle keepers choose the Tortoise Block for its dual role as both a calcium supplement and a supplemental food source. The cactus and vegetable blend adds dietary variety, while the calcium base supports shell and bone health and helps condition beaks naturally. Its usefulness as a vacation feeder makes it a practical addition to any tortoise or box turtle habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuick Product Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReptile Calcium \u0026amp; Food Supplement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Animals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTortoises and box turtles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Ingredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium Sulfate, Dried Nopales (Spineless Opuntia Cactus), Dried Carrot, Suncured Chopped Alfalfa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey Functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary calcium, supplemental food, beak maintenance, vacation feeder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoo Med\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold As\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Design Breakdown\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tortoise Block is built on a calcium sulfate base, which delivers dietary calcium while providing a gnawable surface that helps wear down and maintain tortoise and box turtle beaks naturally. The block incorporates Dried Nopales (Spineless Opuntia Cactus), Dried Carrot, and Suncured Chopped Alfalfa, offering a blend of plant-based ingredients that add food variety alongside the calcium supplementation. The block format allows it to be placed directly in the habitat for self-regulated access.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Compatibility Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace the Tortoise Block directly in your tortoise or box turtle habitat where the animal can access it freely. No preparation is required. Replace when fully consumed. Suitable for use as a supplemental vacation feeder when you are away from home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace the Tortoise Block when it has been fully consumed or becomes too small to be useful. Monitor the habitat to remove any small remnants as needed. Store unused blocks in a cool, dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Reptile Keepers Who...\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep tortoises or box turtles and want a combined calcium and food supplement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to support natural beak maintenance through gnawing behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a supplemental vacation feeder for their tortoise or box turtle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer a convenient block format that can be placed directly in the habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to add dietary variety with cactus and vegetable ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat animals is the Tortoise Block designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tortoise Block is designed for tortoises and box turtles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the main ingredients?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe primary ingredients include Calcium Sulfate, Dried Nopales (Spineless Opuntia Cactus), Dried Carrot, Suncured Chopped Alfalfa, Dicalcium Phosphate, and added vitamins including Niacin, Vitamin C, Thiamine, Pantothenate, Pyridoxine, Biotin, and Beta-carotene.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Tortoise Block help with beak maintenance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe calcium base provides a gnawable surface that helps wear down and maintain the beak naturally during normal gnawing behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Tortoise Block be used as a vacation feeder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the Tortoise Block is suitable for use as a supplemental vacation feeder, providing food and calcium access while you are away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is the Tortoise Block?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tortoise Block is 5 oz, sold as 1 block.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium and food supplement treat for tortoises and box turtles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpuntia cactus, dried carrot, and alfalfa blend for dietary variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium sulfate base supports dietary calcium and beak maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a supplemental vacation feeder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConvenient block format for direct habitat placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 oz size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoo Med\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e097612110555\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarcode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e097612110555\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReptile Supplements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Animals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTortoises and box turtles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIngredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium Sulfate, Dried Nopales (Spineless Opuntia Cactus), Dried Carrot, Suncured Chopped Alfalfa, Dicalcium Phosphate, Niacin, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Hydrochloride, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Beta-carotene, Artificial Tropical Fruit Flavor, Yellow 5, Blue 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.75 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold As\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Zoo Med","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49039948185829,"sku":"097612110555","price":4.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/7648\/7653\/files\/097612110555-2.jpg?v=1778808231","url":"https:\/\/petsperfect.com\/products\/zoo-med-tortoise-block-5-oz","provider":"Pets Perfect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}