Zoo Med Can O' Snails Reptile, Bird & Mammal Food & Treat (1.7 oz)
Regular price $6.75Canned De-Shelled Snails for Reptiles and Box Turtles
Product Description
Zoo Med Can O' Snails contains medium to large, de-shelled farm-raised snails, ideal for skinks, turtles, monitors, tegus, and small animals, and also great for box turtles. Feed one or two snails to reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, or mammals as part of their diet or as a treat, and discard any uneaten portion afterward. Natural juices are preserved in the can.
Benefits
- De-Shelled Snails: Medium to large snails come de-shelled, so they are ready to feed straight from the can.
- Great for Box Turtles: Ideal for skinks, turtles, monitors, tegus, and small animals.
- Diet or Treat: Feed one or two snails, either as part of the diet or as a treat.
- For Many Animal Types: Directions cover reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, and mammals, offering a single simple serving guideline for all.
- Natural Juices Preserved: According to the product details, the natural juices remain in the can to help retain flavor and freshness.
- Resealable Can: Product details describe a resealable can, helpful for storing opened snails in the refrigerator for about a week.
Ingredients
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein, min | 18.8% |
| Crude Fat, min | 0.6% |
| Crude Fiber, max | 3.2% |
| Crude Ash, max | 1.9% |
| Moisture | 76.0% |
Ingredient List
De-shelled, farm-raised garden snails (Achatina fulica).
How to Use
Recommended-Dosage Chart
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Serving | One or two snails as part of the diet or as a treat |
| Suitable for | Reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, or mammals |
| Ideal species | Skinks, turtles, monitors, tegus, small animals, and box turtles |
| Uneaten food | Discard any uneaten portion |
| After opening | Refrigerate; keeps for about one week |
Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label, and consult your veterinarian if you have any concerns about your pet's health.
Dosage & Administration Instructions
- Open and Serve: Open the can and offer the snails in an appropriate feeding bowl for your pet.
- One or Two Snails: Feed one or two snails as part of your pet's diet or as a treat.
- Remove Leftovers: Discard any uneaten portion after feeding rather than leaving it in the enclosure or tank.
- Refrigerate the Rest: Keep the remaining snails refrigerated in the open can, where they last for about one week.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Discard Uneaten Snails: Remove any uneaten snail portions after feeding so leftover food does not spoil in the habitat.
- Watch for Spoilage: Throw away opened snails if they begin to have a foul odor or show visible mold growth.
- Keep Portions Small: Stick to one or two snails per feeding, as the directions recommend, rather than offering more.
Storage Information
- Refrigerate After Opening: Once opened, Can O' Snails can be kept in the refrigerator for about one week.
- Unopened Cans: Keep sealed cans in a cool dry spot protected from direct sunlight until needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can box turtles eat Can O' Snails?
Ans: Yes. Can O'Snails is ideal for skinks, turtles, monitors, tegus, and small animals, and is also described as great for box turtles. Feed one or two snails as part of their diet or as a treat, and discard any uneaten portion.
Q2: How many snails should I feed at a time?
Ans: The directions recommend feeding one or two snails, either as part of your pet's diet or as a treat. This applies to reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, and mammals. Remove any uneaten portion, and ask your veterinarian if you are unsure about frequency.
Q3: Do Can O' Snails come with shells?
Ans: No. The ingredient list describes the snails as de-shelled, farm-raised garden snails (Achatina fulica), and they are medium to large in size. Without shells, they can be offered straight from the can in an appropriate feeding bowl for your pet.
Q4: How many snails come in a can?
Ans: Product details state that each 1.7-ounce can contains 25-30 snails. Since the directions call for one or two snails per feeding one may cover several meals within the one-week refrigerated window.
Q5: How long do canned snails last after opening?
Ans: Once opened, the snails can be kept in the refrigerator for about one week in their resealable can. Throw them if you notice a foul odor or show visible mold growth, and store unopened cans in a cool, dry place.
Q6: Can fish or birds eat Can O' Snails?
Ans: Yes. The feeding directions include birds, fish, and mammals, as well as reptiles and amphibians, and recommend one or two snails as part of the diet or as a treat. For fish remove any uneaten portion from the water after feeding to keep the tank clean.
Q7: What is in Can O' Snails?
Ans: The only listed ingredient is de-shelled, farm-raised garden snails (Achatina fulica). The guaranteed analysis shows a minimum of 18.8% crude protein and 0.6% crude fat, with a maximum of 3.2% crude fiber and 1.9% crude ash, and moisture listed at 76.0%.
Q8: Where is Can O' Snails made?
Ans: Product specifications list Indonesia as both the country where the snails are made and where they are sourced. Each 1.7-ounce can contains medium-to-large, de-shelled, farm-raised snails, with natural juices preserved in the can to lock in flavor and freshness.