Bearded dragons are reptiles that are native to Australian and they can be found in the wetland areas as well as the desert areas. The most popular types of beardie come from the deserts. These reptiles are easy to handle and will be loved by all.
When looking to buy a bearded dragon there are a number of things that you need to lookout for before making the actual purchase.
Always ensure that the prospective bearded dragon is active and aware of its surroundings
Check to see that the nose, eyes and mouth are free from any forms of oozing and pus
They should be free of bite marks and sores and should be able to walk and run freelyOnce you have decided on which beardie to purchase you should wait until you have all the necessary amenities at your home before you buy him or her.
You will need two sources of light, one to provide heat and the other for UVB exposure. You will need a reptile carpet for the flooring. Sand should be avoided as well as other materials that are not intended for your beardie. The local pet shop should be able to explain everything to you.
You need to have a food dish and a water dish and something for your beardie to perch on. They love to bask underneath their heating lamp.
The home that you provide for your bearded dragon should be of an adequate size. Never house a beardie that is more than 6 inches in length from the base of the tail to the nose in a terrarium that less than ten gallons, if you plan on keeping more than one beardie they should never be housed together especially males as they will fight each other. Two females can be kept with one male but the more beardies you have in one terrarium larger the tank will have to be.
The terrarium that you provide for your bearded dragon should come with a screen top that can be easily removed. This is how you will gain easy access to your beardie for feeding and interaction. It is never recommended that you let your beardie roam freely around your house as these creatures are extremely curious and may try to eat something that can be harmful to them.
To buy a bearded dragon check with your local pet shop or news paper classified ads. You can also visit a reptile show as there are many breeders that will know a lot about beardies and be able to sell you some.
It is always best to know the background before you buy a bearded dragon. It is even a good idea for you spend some time with the dragon that you want to buy if that is possible.
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