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Introduction The care of a 1 month old bearded dragon is like taking care of a newborn baby, but this reptile can be able to move around quite quickly. They are small but they are also very swift and incredibly dependent on the space you provide for your beardie.  From this age, every small thing … Read more

Did you know that with proper care, a happy bearded dragon may live 12 years in captivity? That’s a long friendship! If you’re a reptile keeper like me, you know that learning how to make a bearded dragon happy isn’t just about food and heat lamps it’s about trust, bonding, and creating the right environment. … Read more

When I first set up my bearded dragon’s tank, I thought any old thermometer would do. Big mistake! The truth is, the wrong temperature reading can mean your dragon isn’t basking properly, leading to stress, poor appetite, or even health problems. A bearded dragon thermometer isn’t just a gadget — it’s the key to keeping … Read more

Bearded Dragon Live Food isn’t just another part of their diet—it’s the heart of it. If you’ve ever seen your dragon’s eyes light up when a cricket jumps into their tank, you know what I mean. Live feeders do more than fill their bellies; they spark natural hunting instincts, support muscle growth, and provide the … Read more

If there’s one thing I’ve learned in years of keeping beardies, it’s this: a proper bearded dragon diet can make or break their health. I made plenty of mistakes early on feeding too many mealworms, giving them lettuce because I thought it was “healthy,” and ignoring how much calcium they really need. My dragon looked … Read more

Bearded dragons thrive when their diet includes a variety of fresh plants alongside live insects. A balanced bearded dragon diet prevents health problems like metabolic bone disease and supports long-term vitality. But here’s the tricky part—not all plants are safe. Some cause impaction, others are outright toxic, and a few look harmless but can quietly … Read more

When autumn hits and pumpkins start showing up in every grocery store, I find myself wondering if I could slip a little into my bearded dragon’s salad. At first glance, it seemed like an easy “yes”—it’s a vegetable, so it must be healthy, right? But the truth isn’t that simple. Pumpkin isn’t toxic, but it … Read more

I remember when someone asked me if bearded dragons could eat beef. I almost laughed at the thought of my scaly buddy chewing on a tiny hamburger patty; it felt wrong. But then I realized many new keepers genuinely wonder about this. After all, beef is high in protein, and we humans see it as … Read more

When I first brought home my bearded dragon, I thought substrate choice was simple—just grab whatever “looked natural.” The pet store clerk handed me a bag of calcium sand and assured me it was “digestible” and safe. I trusted that advice. Big mistake. Within months, my dragon developed impaction—bloated belly, loss of appetite, and sluggish … Read more

I’ll be honest, when I first got into reptile keeping, I thought the more food I gave my dragon, the healthier he’d be—big mistake. Bearded 3dragons have a way of convincing you they’re “always hungry” with their wide-eyed stares and glass-tapping antics. But here’s the thing—overfeeding is real, and it can be dangerous. You’re not … Read more