{"product_id":"vetark-bsp-drops-50ml","title":"Vetark BSP Drops 50ml – Broad Spectrum Vitamin Supplement for Reptiles","description":"\u003cp\u003eVetark BSP Drops are a high-potency, water-soluble broad spectrum vitamin supplement designed for reptiles that are difficult or impractical to dust-feed. The liquid format makes them particularly effective for species where powdered supplements simply don't stick — or where the keeper needs a reliable way to deliver vitamins between meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat BSP Stands For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBSP is short for Broad SPectrum. The formulation is concentrated, so only a small volume is required per dose. This makes the 50ml bottle a practical choice for ongoing supplementation without excessive waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Water Supplementation Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome reptiles actively resist vitamins dusted onto food, or their feeding method makes dusting ineffective. Species fed live or frozen aquatic prey — such as garter snakes — are a clear example: prey items are often small and delivered via a water bowl, making powder supplements impractical. Water-soluble drops solve this directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGarter Snakes and Fish-Eating Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReptiles fed primarily on fish are at genuine risk of vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency. This is a well-documented concern with garter snakes and other fish-eating colubrids, and BSP Drops provide a straightforward route to correcting or preventing this deficiency through the water supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLarger Snakes and Vitamin E Deficiency\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven larger snakes fed weekly or fortnightly on frozen rodents can develop nutritional gaps between meals. Frozen laboratory rodents are frequently overweight, which can contribute to vitamin E deficiency and steatitis — inflammation of fat tissue. Adding BSP Drops to the water in between feeding intervals helps maintain consistent vitamin intake and reduces this risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTortoises and Vitamin A Intake\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTortoises present a different challenge: many will happily eat garden plants while ignoring any vitamins dusted onto food. Diets heavy in lettuce are low in carotene and vitamin A, which can lead to deficiency over time. BSP Drops added to drinking water give tortoises — and their keepers — a reliable alternative method of delivering these nutrients without the battle of food supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVetark BSP Drops give reptile keepers a practical, targeted tool for species and situations where conventional dusting falls short. Consistent use supports long-term health across a wide range of vivarium and tortoise table setups.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peregrine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54148891509073,"sku":"VVS030","price":8.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0403\/8225\/files\/VVS030_1.jpg?v=1782602876","url":"https:\/\/viperia.co.uk\/products\/vetark-bsp-drops-50ml","provider":"Viperia UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}