Bearded Dragons
Tank Seize
Most people think that bearded dragons need to be kept in a 50 to 60 gallon tank , Akita or Akita Inu from the minute they hatch...that's not true. Baby bearded dragons only need to be kept in a 25 gallon tank, , Belgian Shepherd Dog as juveniles that has to change to a 30 or the full 50. It doesn't make a difference, only that you will have to move your dragon up from a 30 to a 50 as it grows, so I would recommend to move it straight from the 25 to the 50.If you are planning to get three to four dragons than a 60 should do.
Lighting in the Tank
Lighting can vary depending on the size of the cage.If you have a 25 gallon Tank , Skye Terrier , than your Lighting should consist of a 75 watt uva bulb, (which is available at your local pet shop ) and a full spectrum uv lamp ( also available at your local pet shop).
For a 50 gallon tank , Basset Hound use the same type of full spectrum lamp and bulb but a different uva bulb....a 100 watt should do. Most people also think that you need an under cage heater but thats not nessery, as long as you have the proper watt bulb.Dont use a heating rock, that will burn your dragons belly!
Cleaning the Cage
Cleaning your dragons cage is very easy.Go to your local dollar store and purchase a water , Falabella and American Shetland strainer.Whenever your dragon makes a mess, use your strainer to scoop out it out and strain the sand back into the cage, no mess, and no sand goes to waste.
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