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.

Simple bearded dragon tank setup

Bearded Dragon Tank Setup 101: How to Create th...

So you’re getting a new bearded dragon? Congratulations! One of the most exciting things you can do before he arrives is put together his new home. But it can also be...

Bearded Dragon Tank Setup 101: How to Create th...

So you’re getting a new bearded dragon? Congratulations! One of the most exciting things you can do before he arrives is put together his new home. But it can also be...

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Closeup of bearded dragon near some large rocks

Bearded Dragon Brumation: Everything You Need t...

Is your bearded dragon acting very tired and refusing food? She might be preparing to brumate! Bearded dragon brumation is a pretty common occurrence, but it can scare a first-time reptile...

Bearded Dragon Brumation: Everything You Need t...

Is your bearded dragon acting very tired and refusing food? She might be preparing to brumate! Bearded dragon brumation is a pretty common occurrence, but it can scare a first-time reptile...

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Bowl of greens

Best Greens for Bearded Dragons

As a Dragon Keeper, you know greens are very important for your bearded dragon! But in the world of vegetables, there are so many greens. What greens can bearded dragons...

Best Greens for Bearded Dragons

As a Dragon Keeper, you know greens are very important for your bearded dragon! But in the world of vegetables, there are so many greens. What greens can bearded dragons...

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Bearded dragon on a rock

Metabolic Bone Disease 101: Keep Your Bearded D...

You watch your bearded dragon inch to the mustard greens you’ve just placed in her salad bowl. She can barely move her swollen, twitching limbs or open her softened jaw...

Metabolic Bone Disease 101: Keep Your Bearded D...

You watch your bearded dragon inch to the mustard greens you’ve just placed in her salad bowl. She can barely move her swollen, twitching limbs or open her softened jaw...

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Basket of fresh peaches

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Peaches?

Whether it’s strawberries, pineapple, or bananas, bearded dragons love fruit, and peaches are no exception. Although they can’t eat fruit every day due to the sugar content, it’s a nutritious...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Peaches?

Whether it’s strawberries, pineapple, or bananas, bearded dragons love fruit, and peaches are no exception. Although they can’t eat fruit every day due to the sugar content, it’s a nutritious...

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Closeup of a handful of red cherries

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Cherries?

Dripping with sweet, tart flavor and filled with nutrients, cherries make for a wonderful healthy snack or dessert. If you want to share some of the juicy deliciousness with your...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Cherries?

Dripping with sweet, tart flavor and filled with nutrients, cherries make for a wonderful healthy snack or dessert. If you want to share some of the juicy deliciousness with your...

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Pile of whole avocados with one half on top

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Avocado?

Whether it’s in guac or on toast, avocado is a popular fruit in many homes. There are endless uses for it in practically every kind of cuisine. But when it...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Avocado?

Whether it’s in guac or on toast, avocado is a popular fruit in many homes. There are endless uses for it in practically every kind of cuisine. But when it...

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Lots of raw asparagus on a countertop

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Asparagus?

Savory with hints of bitterness, asparagus is a popular dinner side dish. Bearded dragons tend to love it or hate it thanks to its strong flavor. If your bearded dragon...

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Asparagus?

Savory with hints of bitterness, asparagus is a popular dinner side dish. Bearded dragons tend to love it or hate it thanks to its strong flavor. If your bearded dragon...

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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