Nutrition going pellet-less: Vitamin D - how to get in in winter?

[Lilythepig2017]

Hello

I am going pellet-less in my guinea pig's diet. What Vitamin D supplements are recommended during the winter months?

For the spring/ summer/ fall months I've heard outside for just 15 minutes a day will suffice. Are we talking *direct* sunlight? Or just indirect sunlight outside in shade?


Thanks so much!

 

[Lilythepig2017]

according to research guinea pigs need some vitamin D so calcium goes into their bones, not soft tissues.


Do the ingredients in this look ok? I of course would give a much lower dose.


Nordic Naturals - Vitamin D3 Vegan, Healthy Bones, Mood, and Immune System Function, 1 Ounce (FFP


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Does anyone know approximately how much vitamin D a day is recommended?


Thank you!

 

[Lilythepig2017]

THis one could be better as a lower dose

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