Bearded Dragon Care

Looking for advice on caring for a bearded dragon? Maybe you’re new to bearded dragons entirely and don’t know where to start. Welcome to your go-to guide! Our quick tips, advice, and in-depth articles will walk you through the basics and beyond. From fun facts and feeding charts to deep dives and extensive guides, you’ll find everything you need to become a bearded dragon care expert.

Most importantly, you’ll be equipped to give your beloved beardie a healthy, happy life.

Closeup of pineapple on wooden table

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Pineapple?

On a warm summer day it’s hard to beat the tropical sweetness of fresh pineapple. Juicy and tart, this fruit is rich in disease-fighting nutrients. You might want to share...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Pineapple?

On a warm summer day it’s hard to beat the tropical sweetness of fresh pineapple. Juicy and tart, this fruit is rich in disease-fighting nutrients. You might want to share...

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Can Bearded Dragons Eat Kiwi?

There’s no fruit quite like kiwi. Packed with fiber, antioxidants, folate, and vitamins, this unique green fruit is a beneficial addition to most people’s diet. Can bearded dragons eat kiwi?...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Kiwi?

There’s no fruit quite like kiwi. Packed with fiber, antioxidants, folate, and vitamins, this unique green fruit is a beneficial addition to most people’s diet. Can bearded dragons eat kiwi?...

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Can Bearded Dragons Eat Corn?

Normally when Dragon Keepers wonder “Can bearded dragons eat corn?”, they are curious about sweet corn. That’s the corn you would typically grill on the cob or bake into cornbread. Sweet...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Corn?

Normally when Dragon Keepers wonder “Can bearded dragons eat corn?”, they are curious about sweet corn. That’s the corn you would typically grill on the cob or bake into cornbread. Sweet...

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Whole, halved, and sliced cantaloupe on a cutting board

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Cantaloupe?

This melon is quite delicious, great in fruit salads and on its own. Kids tend to love cantaloupe because of its juicy sweetness, and bearded dragons will love it for...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Cantaloupe?

This melon is quite delicious, great in fruit salads and on its own. Kids tend to love cantaloupe because of its juicy sweetness, and bearded dragons will love it for...

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Red, yellow, and orange bell peppers

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Bell Peppers?

Bell peppers are a colorful way to add nutrients and flavor to your diet. You might want to share this vegetable with your beardie, too. Let’s look at the nutritional...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Bell Peppers?

Bell peppers are a colorful way to add nutrients and flavor to your diet. You might want to share this vegetable with your beardie, too. Let’s look at the nutritional...

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Superworms for Bearded Dragons: Everything You ...

If you’re searching for the perfect insects to feed your bearded dragon, you’re not alone. You want what’s best for your pet, and there are quite a lot of options...

Superworms for Bearded Dragons: Everything You ...

If you’re searching for the perfect insects to feed your bearded dragon, you’re not alone. You want what’s best for your pet, and there are quite a lot of options...

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Unpeeled mangoes

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Mango?

Although veggies make up the majority of plants that adult bearded dragons eat, fruit plays a small but important role in their diet, too. Bearded dragons love fruit, which makes...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Mango?

Although veggies make up the majority of plants that adult bearded dragons eat, fruit plays a small but important role in their diet, too. Bearded dragons love fruit, which makes...

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Can Bearded Dragons Eat Lettuce?

“Bearded dragons need to eat their greens.” It’s something you probably hear a lot as a Dragon Keeper. But sometimes this can raise a lot of questions—after all, there are...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Lettuce?

“Bearded dragons need to eat their greens.” It’s something you probably hear a lot as a Dragon Keeper. But sometimes this can raise a lot of questions—after all, there are...

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Caring for Bearded Dragons 101

Caring for a bearded dragon—like any pet—takes some time and effort. If you are totally new to bearded dragons and wondering where to start, this blog will be a trusted companion on your reptile adventure.

If you’re on the fence about getting a bearded dragon and you want to know more about the care requirements, here are some key questions to consider:

  • Where will you keep your dragon’s terrarium? (Their enclosures aren’t exactly tiny or compact.)
  • Are you in it for the long haul? (Bearded dragons can live ten years or more when well cared for.)
  • Are you ok with handling live insects on a daily basis? (Pellet food and freeze-dried insects are not good for your dragon.)
  • Do you have time to clean the tank? (Spot clean daily, deeper cleans weekly/monthly.)
  • Is there a good reptile or exotic animal vet near you or within reasonable driving distance? (This is necessary for annual vet visits and in case your dragon gets sick or injured.)

This bearded dragon care blog will help you dive deeper into the above topics and more. Learn about your dragon’s dietary needs, potential health issues, surprising behaviors, and even how they like to play. Together we’ll make sure your bearded dragon is receiving the very best care.

Are Bearded Dragons Easy to Take Care Of?

Bearded dragons can be considered a beginner to intermediate reptile. They are not necessarily hard to take care of, but they do require a level of involvement and setup that is beyond what other traditional beginner reptiles require (like leopard geckos). If you are interested in reptiles and find bearded dragons fascinating, they can make wonderful companions. The trick is learning the basics and expanding your knowledge from there.

 Are Bearded Dragons Hard to Take Care Of?

Whether bearded dragons are hard or easy to take care of depends on your willingness to dive in and learn everything you can about bearded dragon care. Putting together a terrarium for the first time might be hard—but once you understand heating, lighting, and substrate requirements, it’s not so intimidating. Buying live insects and feeding them to your dragon for the first time might be a little weird and different—but it will become second nature before too long.

So, are bearded dragons easy to take care of? Or hard to take care of? It depends. Regardless, if you love animals (especially reptiles) and you’re dedicated to giving your beardie an awesome life, then the responsibilities of caring for a bearded dragon are totally worth it!

More Questions about Caring for a Bearded Dragon?

If there is a topic we haven’t covered that you’d like us to write about, or if you have questions or comments to share, our team is always willing to help out in any way we can. Email us anytime at team@dragonsdiet.com