Finding a Bearded Dragon
Finding a bearded dragon to purchase is an important thing to consider when looking to buy a new pet. It is recommended that owners with little experience owning bearded dragons get an older dragon to start with because they are much easier to care for. Young bearded dragons are very fragile and can be easily injured, contract illness, and become malnourished easily if you aren't experienced handling them. A general rule of thumb for finding a bearded dragon that is nearing adulthood is that it is at least 10 inches long.
Bearded dragons can be purchased from most pet stores or you can find a breeder to buy one from. Bearded dragons purchased from breeders are often healthier because they have been raised in a more natural habitat and are more often free from stresses and possible illness than those purchased in a pet store. Wherever you decide to purchase your new bearded dragon, just make sure it is healthy before you buy it.
There are several things you can look for when checking for a healthy bearded dragon. A healthy bearded dragon will not be lethargic. It should keep its head held up and be fairly active. Look for any injuries or healing wounds. If there are wounds present, be sure they are healing properly--no signs of infection such as puss or drainage. The eyes of the bearded dragon should be clear with no drainage present.
Bearded dragons can be purchased from most pet stores or you can find a breeder to buy one from. Bearded dragons purchased from breeders are often healthier because they have been raised in a more natural habitat and are more often free from stresses and possible illness than those purchased in a pet store. Wherever you decide to purchase your new bearded dragon, just make sure it is healthy before you buy it.
There are several things you can look for when checking for a healthy bearded dragon. A healthy bearded dragon will not be lethargic. It should keep its head held up and be fairly active. Look for any injuries or healing wounds. If there are wounds present, be sure they are healing properly--no signs of infection such as puss or drainage. The eyes of the bearded dragon should be clear with no drainage present.