{"product_id":"bentonite-clay-redmond","title":"Redmond Ready-to-Mix Bentonite Clay (20 oz)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate structurally sound, naturalistic burrowing terrain with 100% pure, unrefined volcanic bentonite clay. Mined directly from ancient volcanic ash deposits in Redmond, Utah, this premium montmorillonite clay is completely free of chemical additives, synthetic binders, fragrances, and preservatives. When blended into DIY arid and semi-arid reptile substrates, it acts as an essential mineral binder—transforming loose sand and soil into a diggable, tunnel-holding loam that supports instinctive digging behaviors without collapsing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Husbandry Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStructural Tunnel \u0026amp; Burrow Integrity:\u003c\/b\u003e Coats sand and organic soil particles to allow burrowing species to build durable, self-supporting caves, tunnels, and basking mounds that hold their shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e100% Pure, Clean \u0026amp; Additive-Free:\u003c\/b\u003e Single-ingredient mineral clay (\"Simple • Clean • Real\") containing natural calcium, sodium, and trace minerals—entirely non-toxic and safe for bioactive clean-up crews, plants, and reptiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrevents Hazardous Sand Collapses:\u003c\/b\u003e Eliminates the danger of structural cave-ins associated with loose, unbonded sand substrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVersatile DIY Hardscaping:\u003c\/b\u003e Can be mixed with water into a thick sculpting paste to craft custom basking ledges, ramp transitions, and naturalistic background fills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDIY Bioactive Mixing Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Ratio:\u003c\/b\u003e Blend at \u003cb\u003e10% to 15%\u003c\/b\u003e of your total substrate volume for arid\/semi-arid setups (e.g., 40% ReptiEarth\/soil, 30% coarse horticultural sand, 15% Redmond Clay, 10% ReptiChip, 5% biochar).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplication Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Thoroughly dry-blend the clay powder into your dry sand and soil before introducing moisture to prevent gummy clumping. Gradually mist with dechlorinated water until the mix holds a firm, crumbly shape when squeezed in your palm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Specifications \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e 20 oz (567 g) resealable tub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Natural Bentonite \/ Montmorillonite Clay Powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Redmond, Utah, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/b\u003e Bearded Dragons, Leopard Geckos, Uromastyx, Sand Boas, Cape House Snakes, arid colubrids, and digging desert invertebrates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Country Life Natural Foods","offers":[{"title":"20 oz","offer_id":47046931742919,"sku":"401029","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/8590\/3815\/files\/RedmondBentoniteClay20oz-Edited-553008.png?v=1787715790","url":"https:\/\/rachelsreptileresource.shop\/products\/bentonite-clay-redmond","provider":"Rachel's Reptile Resource","version":"1.0","type":"link"}