JennyRae
Bearded Dragon Egg
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Hello!
Firstly, I wanted to say thank everyone for the links that are provided for beginners. I've always had an interest in bearded dragons and I have lurked on several forums about them in the past. I've just never fully committed. So, it's really great to be able to come here and find really comprehensive articles about their care. I've been reading links since last night to brush back up on things and make sure info hasn't changed. I won't lie, I'll probably be reading up some more about lighting. I know it isn't as confusing as my brain makes it, but alas. lol
So, my loving, amazing husband stumbled across a bearded dragon that needs a home and he asked me last night if I wanted to go pick him up tonight. Of course, I died of happiness and said of course!
Things I've been told:
-He's a he (I'll double check eventually)
-He's 2.5 years old
-He's healthy
-He's tame
He's coming with his enclosure and lamps. I asked for the size, but nobody knew. I have a 55 gallon here just begging for a use so if his current home is too small, I'll be upgrading. We actually bought it with a bearded dragon in mind and it's remained empty for years. I have a spare lamp, but only a heat bulb. I'm nearly 100% sure I'm going to be changing up his lamp situation after he's settled and I get a better grasp on what he really needs to live his best life.
He's on sand. I know he's an adult and I'm sure he's fine on it, but I'm heavily considering switching him to tile. It would just make me feel better. Plus, it seems way easier to clean. I have hedgehogs that require daily cage spot cleanings so adding his enclosure to the list isn't a big deal.
I'm super excited about this. I want to do right by him so I'm going to go scour over more information now that this beardie dream is becoming a reality. Any words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated!
Firstly, I wanted to say thank everyone for the links that are provided for beginners. I've always had an interest in bearded dragons and I have lurked on several forums about them in the past. I've just never fully committed. So, it's really great to be able to come here and find really comprehensive articles about their care. I've been reading links since last night to brush back up on things and make sure info hasn't changed. I won't lie, I'll probably be reading up some more about lighting. I know it isn't as confusing as my brain makes it, but alas. lol
So, my loving, amazing husband stumbled across a bearded dragon that needs a home and he asked me last night if I wanted to go pick him up tonight. Of course, I died of happiness and said of course!
Things I've been told:
-He's a he (I'll double check eventually)
-He's 2.5 years old
-He's healthy
-He's tame
He's coming with his enclosure and lamps. I asked for the size, but nobody knew. I have a 55 gallon here just begging for a use so if his current home is too small, I'll be upgrading. We actually bought it with a bearded dragon in mind and it's remained empty for years. I have a spare lamp, but only a heat bulb. I'm nearly 100% sure I'm going to be changing up his lamp situation after he's settled and I get a better grasp on what he really needs to live his best life.
He's on sand. I know he's an adult and I'm sure he's fine on it, but I'm heavily considering switching him to tile. It would just make me feel better. Plus, it seems way easier to clean. I have hedgehogs that require daily cage spot cleanings so adding his enclosure to the list isn't a big deal.
I'm super excited about this. I want to do right by him so I'm going to go scour over more information now that this beardie dream is becoming a reality. Any words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated!