Kaytee Salt Savors vs Mineral Stone

[ABlankenship]

Is it ok to give Salt Savors instead of a mineral stone?

[Mel1959]

No, squirrels don’t need the salt the way other rodents do. The mineral chews are good because they contain calcium.

[Diggie's Friend]

Outside of naturally occurring salt compounds contained in whole foods, and the soil, which are sufficient to support squirrels needs in captivity, pellets and block diets that contain sodium chloride, a denatured toxic unnatural highly heated form of sodium chloride that is devoid of trace minerals, that is highly acidic, not alkaline as naturally occurring salt is, should be avoided! For besides this compound being toxic to the body, its causes calcium loss, and can lead to damage to the kidneys, osteoporosis, and chronic diseases.

In support of health Pet Flora that contains Humates in support of probiotics take the place of soil based bacteria for squirrels cared for in captivity, from that which squirrels in the wild have available to them. This source supports a healthy gut which comprises over 70 percent of the body's immune system.

[Diggie's Friend]

Here's the link for the soil based 'good' bacteria Pre/Probiotic source; it contains no flavors or additives.

https://www.amazon.com/Vitality-Science-Pet-Flora-Gastrointestinal/dp/B005PJN2HO

Recommend 1/64 Tsp. added to a moist-wet food daily.