Tag: Reptile Health


  • As pet owners, we hope for the best but should always prepare for the worst. Emergenciesโ€”a sudden injury, an unexpected power outage, or the first subtle signs of illnessโ€”rarely happen at a convenient time. While nothing can replace the expertise of a qualified exotic vet, having a well-stocked first-aid kit on hand can make a…

  • A Block in the System: A Guide to Preventing Impaction in Your Bearded Dragon As bearded dragon owners, we spend a lot of time focused on the inputsโ€”the perfect salad, the gut-loaded insects, the correct supplements. But paying attention to the outputs is just as critical. A healthy digestive system is the engine of a…

  • The Silent Threat: A Guide to Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) in Bearded Dragons For bearded dragon owners, few acronyms are as frightening as MBD. Metabolic Bone Disease is one of the most common, devastating, and yet preventable diseases seen in captive reptiles. It’s a silent threat that can cause irreversible damage if not caught and…

  • Beyond Cats & Dogs: Your Guide to Finding a Qualified Reptile Vet Youโ€™ve done everything right. Youโ€™ve set up the perfect enclosure, dialed in the temperatures, and mastered the feeding schedule for your new bearded dragon, leopard gecko, or ball python. But have you thought about their doctor? When your scaly companion gets sick, a…

  • Is Your Beardie Feeling Blah? 7 Telltale Signs of an Unhealthy Bearded Dragon Bearded dragons are masters of stoicism. Their calm demeanor and hardy nature are part of what makes them such fantastic pets. However, this stoicism can also be a double-edged sword, as it can make it difficult to tell when theyโ€™re feeling unwell.…

  • As a responsible reptile keeper, you know that providing the right food is crucial. Youโ€™ve mastered the art of gut-loading and know the difference between a staple green and an occasional treat. But providing nutritious food is only half the battle. Without proper supplementation, even the best diet can fall short, leaving your pet vulnerable…

  • Choosing the right UVB lighting for your bearded dragon is crucial for their health and well-being. Without adequate UVB, they can’t properly absorb calcium, leading to serious issues like Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD). When browsing reptile supply stores, you’ll likely encounter two main types of fluorescent UVB bulbs: T5 High Output (HO) and T8. So,…

  • Introduction: More Than Just a Light Bulb โ€“ The Sun in a Box The modern reptile enclosure is best understood not as a cage, but as a meticulously engineered micro-habitat. For the keeper of a bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps), the single most critical task is to replicate the intense, life-giving sun of the Australian desert,…