So I'm wondering weather to get an adult beardie or a baby. I was thinking baby at first but I here its a bit harder to care for em so I was thinking of just getting an adult is that a better choice. theres a local pet shop and they got a dragon for 130 is that to much?
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Baby Bearded Dragon or Adult Bearded Dragon
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For a pet shop I think so. You can get one directly from a breeder for that amount, I think. Maybe they can come down on the price some, or they can give you a deal if you buy more stuff like the tank or something.
Things you want to look for when buying a bearded a dragon (especially if you are going to spend that kind of money):
Make sure the eyes are clear and not droopy. Legs all bend like they should and don't feel rubbery. Make sure they walk without any problems and that the jaw closes properly.
Make sure they are not too skinny you don't want to see ribs, they should have good bumps on their head(fat pads) and a thick tail base.
You don't want it to have any questionable spots on them. Tiny black specks would be mites, large black or yellow patches could be some sort of fungus or burn.
Check the substrate they are on. If it's on loose substate of any kind there is a risk that it could have eaten some of it and become impacted. Also a risk of bacterial infection if it's been sitting on the same loose substrate for long.
Check the overall appearance of the tank, if it's clean then it's probably taken care of.
Ask what they feed it, when they feed it, how often they feed it.
Don't be afraid to give the dragon a good look over, pick it up check the belly the feet etc.
Things you want to look for when buying a bearded a dragon (especially if you are going to spend that kind of money):
Make sure the eyes are clear and not droopy. Legs all bend like they should and don't feel rubbery. Make sure they walk without any problems and that the jaw closes properly.
Make sure they are not too skinny you don't want to see ribs, they should have good bumps on their head(fat pads) and a thick tail base.
You don't want it to have any questionable spots on them. Tiny black specks would be mites, large black or yellow patches could be some sort of fungus or burn.
Check the substrate they are on. If it's on loose substate of any kind there is a risk that it could have eaten some of it and become impacted. Also a risk of bacterial infection if it's been sitting on the same loose substrate for long.
Check the overall appearance of the tank, if it's clean then it's probably taken care of.
Ask what they feed it, when they feed it, how often they feed it.
Don't be afraid to give the dragon a good look over, pick it up check the belly the feet etc.
Kathryn Kinney
Juvenile Dragon
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An adult beardie is easier to care for. Adults are more expensive than the younger ones due to the investment in the massive amount of food they eat growing up and care. If it is a normal bearded dragon and looks healthy like Patsy B explained I would try to bargain with them it won't hurt they have an easier time selling the young ones. Let us know good luck!
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I got my Hef he was 5 or 6 inches from nose to tail tip and he was easy but then I got a real little one and it was alot more time and attention. ALOT. Hef was a juvenile . I think a 5 or 6 inch guy is a good choice because you'll get to be with them as they grow but their not soooo delicate as the babies.
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You may think he needs a friend at some point. No no no. Pictures online are very deceiving they're not good with other dragons once past the baby stage. Even the babies bite eachother tails I've seen one with its arm bit off by its sibling. And females have the egg situation that can be big big problem or it can go perfect . I'd suggest a male . Easy peezy.
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Look online at how to sex a dragon so when you choose you know what your looking for. We were able to tell Hef was male at 5 or 6 inches.
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