Reptiles are great pets for many reasons.
They don’t take a lot of space and attention.
They come with various species that fit the owner’s needs. Some species have a variety of morphs that are different in colors and patterns.
Some reptiles are just-watch pets but some reptiles are easy for handling even with kids.
We cover many aspects of common reptiles such as bearded dragons, leopard geckos, snakes, tortoises, and more.
Choosing the best bearded dragon substrate can be a daunting task. With so many options to choose from, it can be confusing on which is the right solution for your beardie. The substrate you choose could have an impact on your overall cage design, your bearded dragon’s health and happiness and how much time you spend cleaning the enclosure.
Before you bring your new bearded dragon home, you want to get everything set up and ready to ensure your beardie is comfortable from the day they arrive. Bearded dragons have specific habitat requirements ensuring that they receive ample basking time and heat to make them feel at home
Your bearded dragon will display a wide number of behaviors over the years, some are completely normal and natural, while others are unusual to say the least. Behaviors are related to mood, health and feelings. Behaviors can be a result of feeling threatened, a response to environment or other dragons in the tank. Behavior can simply be related to your bearded dragons’ current mood.
A bearded dragon refusing food or eating a small amount compared to their normal appetite can be exceptionally worrying for the reptile owner. There are many reasons your beardy may be refusing food, which we are going to outline below, helping you identify the problem and how to encourage them to eat.
When it comes to selecting the leopard gecko you want to take home with you, you are going to be amazed at the wide variety available. Each has it’s own unique defining characteristics with a variety of colors, patterns and more
It’s important that you set up your leopard gecko habitat before you bring your new pet home. This way you are assured that the tank / vivarium is designed to your tastes and that everything is working, enabling your new gecko to settle in quickly, feeling right at home.
Choosing to welcome a bearded dragon into your home is not a decision to be taken lightly. These friendly lizards require strict habitat conditions to be met, along with set feeding requirements, heating and more, all of which will be discussed in detail later on in this article
Hydration is as important for your bearded dragon as it is for you. New and existing bearded dragon owners may be struggling with the small amount of water their beardie is drinking, if they are drinking at all. It’s a concern if you think your dragon may be dehydrated, something you want to avoid to ensure your bearded dragon remains in optimum health.
Thanks to selective breeding, bearded dragons come in a multitude of morphs and colors, which can be very confusing to a new bearded dragon owner. If you are a new beardie enthusiast, you should familiarize yourself with the words people use to accurately describe the traits.