How much will it cost to get treatment for your bearded dragon?

How much will it cost to get treatment for your bearded dragon?

A bearded dragon purchased from a pet store or breeder costs between $60 – $100. The cost of the initial setup will range from $200-$400. A yearly vet visit can cost up to $75 and food averages around $35 monthly. The total investment during the first year of ownership will range between $600-$800.

Are bearded dragon considered exotic?

The bearded dragon (also known as the dragon) is found naturally in Australia, but bearded dragons are kept as exotic pets in many places all around the world.

Do bearded dragons need a vet?

Bearded dragons need proper veterinary care to stay healthy, just like any other pet. You’ll need to bring your cute dinosaur in to the vet for regular checkups. Between appointments, watch for signs of illness, such as lack of appetite; discharge from the eyes, nose, or mouth; and diarrhea.

What kind of care does a bearded dragon need?

Basic Care: Bearded Dragon. Bearded dragons need heat, a strong white light, and ultraviolet light. They eat plants and animals. Bearded dragons may not get along if crowded. Caging. An adult bearded dragon needs a cage at least 3 ft long, 2 ft wide, and 1.5 ft tall.

Why do bearded dragons need a basking spot?

One of the most important is digestion. Without external heat, bearded dragons cannot digest their food. This can lead to impaction, malnutrition, and other serious issues. For this reason, it’s very important that we provide a basking spot for our bearded dragons that’s hot enough to aid proper digestion.

What kind of vitamin D does a bearded dragon need?

Specifically, UVB allows your beardie to convert vitamin D to useable calcium. By useable, we mean that it can be shuttled to their bones where it helps keep them strong and healthy. Without the proper amount of UVB light, bearded dragons can develop metabolic bone disease (MBD).

Where do bearded dragons live in the world?

Being that bearded dragons are native to the arid areas of central Australia, they have all the land they could possibly want to roam and hunt and play and be free. We obviously can’t duplicate this in our homes, but we can at least give them ample room to live.

What do you need to know about bearded dragons?

1. A proper sized enclosure 2. Proper basking temperature 3. UVB lighting 4. Relief from the heat 5. Hydration 6. Healthy greens 7. Gut loaded feeder insects 8. A place to hide 9. Human contact 10. Yearly vet visits 11. Supplements 12. A clean home But wait, there’s more!

What kind of food should I Feed my bearded dragon?

Variety is important to provide them with a balanced diet, so make sure you aren’t offering the same food items every day. What works well for many bearded dragon owners is to feed a salad based off a leafy green mix, such as a Spring Mix or a Field Green mix.

Do you need a vivarium for a bearded dragon?

Check out our full guide to vivarium size here for all the details you’ll need to provide this critical must-have for your bearded dragon. Keep in mind that you’ll want room enough for your beardie move around freely. You want enough space to have a hot and a cool side. You’ll need room for one or two ( preferably two! ) places for them to hide.

How does a bearded dragon regulate its body temperature?

Bearded dragons are ectotherms. This means they cannot regulate their own body temperatures like humans or other warm-blooded animals. They rely on external temperatures to do this for them. This means that when they need heat, they have to find a source of it. When they need cool, they must find a spot that’s cool.

Where is the best place to sell a bearded dragon?

Places To Sell A Bearded Dragon

• TheBeardedDragon.org. This website is dedicated to providing a safe place to sell and buy bearded dragons.
• Craigslist. Post your bearded dragon on Craigslist or another similar service.
• PetCo/PetSmart/Local Pet Stores.
• Find A Breeder.
• Post On Forums.