The Bearded Dragon Manual, 3rd Edition: Expert Advice for Keeping and Caring for a Healthy Bearded Dragon (CompanionHouse Books) Habitat, Heat, Diet, Behavior, Personality, Illness, FAQs, and More

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The perfect book for anyone who owns—or wants to own—a bearded dragon!

Informative guide packed with everything you need to know to take quality care of your bearded dragonHow to select healthy, thriving bearded dragons as pets or for breedingUnderstanding behavior, personality traits, and the anatomy of these fascinating lizardsFeeding a nutritionally sound diet, including supplements, at your dragon’s different life stagesProper habitat and how to design and maintain comfortable housing with heat sources, lighting, and substratesRecognizing illness and injury, how to handle health issues, and dragon-keeping FAQsNew sections on play, wardrobe, accessories, food supply sources, personality traits, therapy pet insight, true stories, and more

Reptiles are popular pets, and the bearded dragon is widely considered the best reptile to keep as a pet! The bearded dragon hails from Australia and is a favorite among herpetoculturists and hobbyists alike.

This updated third edition of the best-selling The Bearded Dragon Manual promises to excite new and seasoned herp enthusiasts with its in-depth discussion on all aspects of dragon keeping and its brilliant color photography. Packed with valuable information that will help you learn how to take quality care of your pet, this book takes a close look at all the characteristics that have made these attractive lizards so popular in the pet world.

Learn all about breeding bearded dragons, including egg-laying and incubation, and take a look at their basic genetics; learn the history and characteristics of the different types of bearded dragons; discover how to select bearded dragons as pets or for breeding; create a comfortable habitat for your bearded dragon, emulating nature with proper heat and lighting; understand typical bearded-dragon behavior and personality quirks; learn how to feed your dragon a nutritionally sound diet throughout its life; learn how to recognize signs of disease and how to handle health issues; explore detailed health and feeding charts, and find helpful answers to dragon owners’ frequently asked questions on tank size, feeder crickets, shedding issues, UVB, tail rot, and more. As a special bonus, you’ll also find vividly illustrated chapters on beautiful color morphs and the care and breeding of frilled dragons.

Written by a team of recognized herpetoculture authorities, veterinarians, and specialists, this reliable resource offers comprehensive information and guidelines that will be welcomed by newcomers who wish to add a bearded dragon to their vivarium and experienced bearded-dragon enthusiasts alike. With revised and expanded text and vibrant photographs, including brilliantly colored morphs and fascinating frilled dragons, The Bearded Dragon Manual offers comprehensive ownership and care advice from experts in the fields of reptile husbandry, breeding, and veterinary medicine. Packed with information for the beginner, yet sophisticated enough to address more difficult care questions, this book provides a virtual course in bearded dragon husbandry for enthusiasts of any age. Learn all you need to know to provide your dragon with the best care, maintaining your pet in excellent health and condition throughout its life.

This third edition includes updated information on care and feeding, breeding, habitat, and habits of bearded dragons, as well as new sections on play, wardrobe, accessories, food supply sources, personality traits, therapy pet insight, true stories, and more!

Get the foundation you need to confidently purchase, set up, and care for your bearded dragon, and be prepared for what to expect, with The Bearded Dragon Manual, 3rd Edition!

From the Publisher

Morphs

Learn all about the varieties of special patterns or colours you’ll find in beardies, usually referred to as “morphs”, including:

German Giant Red and Gold Hyperxanthic Tiger Paradox Witblits Striped And more!

Caring for your Pet Dragon

With the expertise of renowned herpetologist Philippe de Vosjoli, top reptile veterinarians, and accomplished bearded dragon breeders, Bearded Dragon Manual, 3rd Edition is a staple for all who love this fascinating lizard.

This updated edition is packed with valuable information that will help you learn how to take quality care of your pet!

Comprehensive pet manual for bearded dragon pet owners on providing quality care Insightful answers to dragon owners’ frequently asked questions Features a vivid section on stunning colour morphs, from the Paradox to the Silkback New edition includes updated information on care and feeding, breeding, habitat, and habits, as well as a new section on training, enrichment, and fun

Expert Advice for Keeping and Caring for a Healthy Bearded Dragon

Selecting Your Dragon

Learn what to look for in a bearded dragon before picking out your pet; from personality, intelligence, and size to signs of a healthy dragon and what to avoid.

Make a Dragon Home

Create the perfect home for your dragon with detailed information on enclosures, outdoor setups, substrates, landscaping, plants, maintenance, basic setup, heating, and lighting!

Diet and Feeding

Beardies require a specific diet; follow feeding guidelines for insects, vertebrate prey, greens and other produce, pellets, supplements, and water.

Bearded Dragon as a Pet

Review correct methods of handling, hand-feeding, hygiene and grooming, brumation, waking, and traveling with your dragon!

Bearded Dragon Behaviours

Learn about dragon social hierarchies, thermoregulation, gaping or panting when basking, open-mouth bearded displays, arm-waving, head-bobbing, and more!

Breeding

A dedicated section reviews the basics of breeding dragons from record keeping, selective breeding, and general requirements to breeding patterns from gestation to hatching.

Diseases and Treatment

Review how to recognise sick dragons, parasites, calcium deficiency, adenoviruses, and more with a handy health chart for reference, so you can take the best care of your pet!

Training, Enrichment and Fun!

New section covers play for beardies, fun costumes, accessories, enrichment activities, clicker training, and more.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Companion House; 3rd edition (24 May 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1620084066
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1620084069
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 20.07 x 1.52 x 20.07 cm