Expert Tips For Bathing a Bearded Dragon

admin — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 14:17:33 +0000

It’s a good idea for you to give your bearded dragon a bath at least once a week. In addition to keeping him hydrated, it will also help out once he starts shedding. There are a few things you should know to make the whole process a bit easier. This article will give you a few tips.

Location
First and foremost, you’ll need to decide where you want to give you beardie a bath. Two of the most popular options are the tub and sink. You can also bathe him in a relatively large, clear container. If you decide to use your sink or bathtub, remember to disinfect it thoroughly with bleach and water afterwards.

Water Temperature
It’s also important for you to pay attention to the water temperature. It should be very warm, but not overly hot. If you have a thermometer handy, it’s best to have the temperature of the water between 95 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

Water Level
You never want to put too much water in your beardie’s bath. The water should be approximately an inch deep. It should go without saying, that you should never leave your pet unattended while he’s bathing. Anything can happen if you wander off.

Length
You may be wondering how long you’re supposed to give you beardie a bath. Anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes is fine. Just remember that the water will cool off after a while. Therefore, you’ll need to replace it with warm water.

Defecation
These lizards love to defecate in water. So, you’ll probably have stool in your beardie’s bath. It’s best that you remove stool as soon as possible. This will keep it from contaminating the water.