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Creating Basking and Cool Zones for a Bearded Dragon

Creating Basking and Cooling Zones for a Bearded Dragon

Maintaining the proper temperatures in your bearded dragon's habitat is very important for its survival and health. Without adequate temperatures throughout the entire enclosure, your bearded dragon could lose its appetite, become lethargic and act lazy, not grow properly, or could even die.Here are some tactics for creating basking and cool zones for a bearded dragon.Establishing a Basking ZoneOne area that your bearded dragon needs most is a basking zone. The temperatures in the basking zone should be between 90 to 110 degrees F, ... Read More ⇒

Choosing The Best Substrate for a Bearded Dragon

The substrate is the covering of the floor in your bearded dragon's enclosure. There are many different types of substrates you can use for your bearded dragon.The best substrate for a bearded dragon is a highly debated subject within the bearded dragon community. Many people are vehemently against using certain substrates, while others claim it's the only one to use. Which substrate you use can be determined by the age of the bearded dragon, how much time you have to keep it properly cleaned, and just personal preference.Here are ... Read More ⇒

Gut Loading Insect Feeders for a Bearded Dragon

Insect prey is a vital component of a bearded dragon's diet. The biggest problem with insect feeders is they do not contain all the nutrients a bearded dragon needs just on their own.Feeder insects need a boost of vitamins and minerals in order to supply them to your bearded dragon during feedings. Supplying your feeder insects with valuable nutrients is called gut loading.By gut loading insect feeders for a bearded dragon, you are greatly increasing its nutrient intake of essential vitamins and minerals.How To Gut Load Feeder ... Read More ⇒

Feeding Bearded Dragons Wild-Caught Insects

Bearded dragons love to munch on all types of insect prey in the wild. Even when captive raised, they love an assortment of insects in their diet.Many bearded dragon owners may want to catch their own insects to vary their pet's diet and help save a little cash. Although many people do this it is a practice that must be very selective.Here are a couple guidelines to follow when feeding a bearded dragon wild-caught insects.Make sure any wild-caught insect is herbicide, pesticide and chemical-free before feeding it to your bearded ... Read More ⇒

Lighting Requirements for a Bearded Dragon

Bearded dragons have specific lighting requirements in order to remain healthy and vibrant. The most important lighting requirements for a bearded dragon is the ultraviolet lighting received from the sun.UVB rays emitted from the sun are crucial for synthesis of vitamin D3 in the skin. Vitamin D3 is need for the metabolism of calcium. Both of these are essential for bone growth and strength, and for preventing Metabolic Bone Disease.UVA rays are believed to help stimulate bearded dragons, causing them to eat better, maintain higher ... Read More ⇒