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Before Buying A Dragon

3/29/2016

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​So if you are getting ready to make that purchase, here’s what to do before buying a bearded dragon.

​Once you have decided to acquire a bearded dragon, it is very important to have a few things before ever bringing it home.​ Have the Habitat Completely Set Up. You want your new bearded dragon’s habitat to be completely operational and functional before the initial introduction.
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​You should have the enclosure in its permanent location.
The habitat should already have the substrate, hide box, basking perch, thermometers, food bowl and water bowl, and any decor items you’d like to add.
Determine where the basking area and where the cooler area will be located.
​All of this should already be set up and ready to go at least a few days before you bring the bearded dragon home.

​Have All Heating & Lighting Set Up

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​A key element of developing a good home for your new bearded dragon is supplying the needed heating and lighting to keep it happy and healthy.
Make sure you have heat bulbs and full-spectrum bulbs required for the size enclosure you are using. You will also need the correct lighting fixtures to safely house the bulbs. If necessary use a supplemental under tank heat pad to keep cooler areas of the habitat warm enough.
Set up all the heating and lighting equipment a few days before your bearded dragon arrives. Go through the day and night time schedules to get accustomed to the routine.

Act as if your new pet is already home. This will help to make sure everything is working well, and gives you the chance to practice some.​ Having the habitat and all equipment completely set up and operational before the occupant arrives can help it settle in much faster.

​Have Food & Water Readily Available

With the habitat completely functional, do not forget about food and water. Make sure you offer a water bowl filled with fresh, clean water just before introducing your bearded dragon to its new home.Have a small offering of finely chopped greens or fruit already in place. This will help it get accustomed to eating right away.
Add the food and water before introducing the reptile into the habitat, not after. You want to allow the new pet some time to acclimated to its new surroundings as stress-free as possible.

​Make sure you have any vitamin and calcium supplements on hand, and don’t forget to dust the food with it according to the directions on the container.

​Preparation Is Key to Success

​Being prepared before purchasing your new bearded dragon is very important to getting it successfully acclimated to its new home.
Take a few minutes to make sure everything is in order and you will have a great start to being a new bearded dragon owner!
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Choosing A Healthy Bearded Dragon

3/23/2016

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Hypotrans Leatherback Dunner
There are a couple of easy ways you can tell how healthy a dragon is before you buy it. The first way is to see how alert and active it is. A healthy dragon will not be lethargic and will keep it's head lifted. When observing the bearded dragon it is important to pay attention to its behavior. You want a bearded dragon that is active, alert and acts “chipper”. You should also look at their body for the following things. Make sure they don't have any visible injuries (scars, burns, etc.). ​Make sure their eyes are not runny and there is no signs of puss on their face.

           Signs of a Healthy Bearded Dragon:
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  • ​Active
  • Good appetite for both insects and vegetables
  • Eyes are alert and clear
  • Normal coloration
  • Good skin texture with no lumps or lacerations
  • Clean anal region
  • Healthy mouth and jaw
  • Complete tail
  • Has all five toes, with claws, on each foot

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​If the dragon you picked out meets all of your requirements, you have chosen a healthy bearded dragon!
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Bearded Dragon Introduction

3/22/2016

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Witblits
These gentle beasts are from Australia but are now readily available due to their willingness to breed in captivity. Bearded Dragons make a wonderful pet for both beginners and advanced reptile keepers. Due to their docile nature and relative small size (usually 16-20 inches) they have become quite popular. These beautiful creatures are highly recommended for families with small children also due to their love for attention. Bearded dragons are social and easy to tame and handle, and show a range of fascinating behaviors that make them interesting to watch.​The expected life span of a bearded dragon is probably around 10 years when cared for properly, although longer life spans have been reported.
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