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.

Bearded dragon tank about to be cleaned

How to Clean Your Bearded Dragon’s Tank

Cleaning your bearded dragon’s tank on a regular basis is important to keep your dragon healthy and protect them (and you) from illnesses such as parasites and salmonella poisoning. Find...

How to Clean Your Bearded Dragon’s Tank

Cleaning your bearded dragon’s tank on a regular basis is important to keep your dragon healthy and protect them (and you) from illnesses such as parasites and salmonella poisoning. Find...

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Pumpkin patch

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Pumpkin?

Have you ever wondered if bearded dragons can eat pumpkin? It's packed with antioxidants and other nutrients, so you may wonder if it would benefit their health. And what about...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Pumpkin?

Have you ever wondered if bearded dragons can eat pumpkin? It's packed with antioxidants and other nutrients, so you may wonder if it would benefit their health. And what about...

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Plate of potatoes

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Potatoes?

Whether it’s a bowl of creamy mashed potatoes or a plate of piping hot fries, potatoes fit a lot of recipes and are on many people’s list of favorite foods. And...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Potatoes?

Whether it’s a bowl of creamy mashed potatoes or a plate of piping hot fries, potatoes fit a lot of recipes and are on many people’s list of favorite foods. And...

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Acorn squash on a cutting board

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Squash? Butternut Squas...

Whether it’s summer or fall—or any season, really—squash is a great vegetable to have on hand. Not only is it intriguing to look at, but it’s nutritious and tasty, too....

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Squash? Butternut Squas...

Whether it’s summer or fall—or any season, really—squash is a great vegetable to have on hand. Not only is it intriguing to look at, but it’s nutritious and tasty, too....

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Bearded dragon preparing to shed, rubbing against a log

Bearded Dragon Shedding 101

When do bearded dragons shed? Why do they shed? How do you know if your bearded dragon is about to shed? If you’re a Dragon Keeper, here’s everything you need...

Bearded Dragon Shedding 101

When do bearded dragons shed? Why do they shed? How do you know if your bearded dragon is about to shed? If you’re a Dragon Keeper, here’s everything you need...

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Bearded dragon with expanded black beard

Why Do Bearded Dragons’ Beards Turn Black?

It can be a little alarming, and fascinating, when the scaly skin beneath your bearded dragon’s chin turns black and puffs out. (Hence the name, “bearded” dragon!) You may even...

Why Do Bearded Dragons’ Beards Turn Black?

It can be a little alarming, and fascinating, when the scaly skin beneath your bearded dragon’s chin turns black and puffs out. (Hence the name, “bearded” dragon!) You may even...

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Block of cheese and shreds of cheese

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Cheese?

Calcium is really important in your bearded dragon’s diet. It supports healthy bones, muscles, and tissues. Without sufficient calcium, your dragon can suffer from a life-threatening condition called metabolic bone...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Cheese?

Calcium is really important in your bearded dragon’s diet. It supports healthy bones, muscles, and tissues. Without sufficient calcium, your dragon can suffer from a life-threatening condition called metabolic bone...

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Closeup of bartlett pears

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Pears?

Pears are sweet and soft with a nutrient-dense peel. They can be a great snack or dessert. If pears are one of your favorite fruits, you might wonder if bearded...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Pears?

Pears are sweet and soft with a nutrient-dense peel. They can be a great snack or dessert. If pears are one of your favorite fruits, you might wonder if bearded...

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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