{"product_id":"bearded-dragon","title":"Bearded Dragon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBearded Dragon Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePogona vitticeps\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central Bearded Dragon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–60 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12+ years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner–Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diurnal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults usually reach \u003cstrong\u003e45–60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the tail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMales are often larger than females.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum adult enclosure: \u003cstrong\u003e120 × 60 × 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e; larger is better.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a hot basking end and cooler end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclude sturdy branches, rocks, hides and basking platforms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure all heavy décor so it cannot collapse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor time in suitable weather can provide valuable enrichment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBasking surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–45°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool end:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNight:\u003c\/strong\u003e around 18–22°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003ethermostat\u003c\/strong\u003e and 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with daily greens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdults:\u003c\/strong\u003e mainly greens\/vegetables, with insects around \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 times per week\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable insects include crickets, locusts, dubia roaches and calciworms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable greens include dandelion, spring greens, rocket and watercress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust insects with \u003cstrong\u003ecalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e and provide a suitable multivitamin regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove uneaten fresh food daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide fresh water in a \u003cstrong\u003eshallow dish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood hydration also comes from fresh greens and vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShedding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung dragons shed frequently as they grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults shed less often and may shed in sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDull or pale skin is normal before shedding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNever pull retained shed from the animal.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerally docile and can become accustomed to regular gentle handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport the entire body and all four feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid grabbing the tail or sudden movements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupervise children during handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLethargy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrembling or weakness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwollen jaw or limbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty walking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbnormal faeces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetained shed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreathing difficulties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArrange an \u003cstrong\u003eexotic\/reptile-vet\u003c\/strong\u003e examination if persistent health problems occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove faeces and uneaten food \u003cstrong\u003edaily\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the water bowl daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpot-clean substrate regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep-clean the enclosure as required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioactive setups still require regular 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