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I love this topic as much as I love my bearded dragon. Are bearded dragons smart? Am I biased for saying Yes? Can I back it up? Yes! This article contains so much information on bearded dragon...

I want more bearded dragons. I love this species of lizard. I'm nervous about on thing however. Will bearded dragons eat each other? Will bearded dragons fight? Why would one kill another? Can I...

The tail is the hardest part for my bearded dragon to shed. A bearded dragon tail not shedding can become bothersome for them and for you to witness. What can you do to help? What should you not...

I catch my beardie licking the air and sometimes he licks me as well. Do bearded dragons smell with their tongue? There are many ways bearded dragons use their tongues that I really want to share...

My bearded dragon enters brumation, or winter hibernation, during the colder months. He will become less active at this period. Do bearded dragons poop during brumation? How often should you...

When I saw a live worms wiggling in my bearded dragons' poo, I wigged out myself. Eek! My bearded dragon pooping whole worms really grossed me out. Why is this happening and how can I stop this...

My bearded dragon made a mess. A bearded dragon poop green and watery mess! What did I do wrong? How worried should I be about bearded dragon diarrhea that is green? In this article, we'll put...

If I didn't hear it, I wouldn't believe it. Do bearded dragons snore? It makes me laugh when I hear sounds coming out of my beardie. Should I be concerned about any of them? Is snoring normal for...

Is my bearded dragons trying to catch flies? The sight of a bearded dragon opening and closing mouth could a docile or hostile act. Could this be due to illness or is it a natural thing to witness...

When the neck of my bearded dragon swells up, I step back. A bearded dragon fat neck could be due to obesity, illness, or most likely as a form of defense and communication. This article...

My bearded dragon sits on my lap, watches TV with me and closes his eyes when I stroke his scales. Does this mean he loves me? Can bearded dragons feel love? How do you bond with them, calm them...

My bearded dragon hated me. At least that's what I thought when I got near him at first. What is a bearded dragon defense mechanism? Bearded dragons are territorial and defensive as they remain...

It's time to get technical with uromastyx temperature and humidity requirements. We are here to help you. Always make sure you are not overwhelmed with this process by utilizing the help of an...

What kind of reptile would you like as a pet? Do you wish to know about uromastyx temperament to decide how to care for them? I would encourage you to care for this spiny tail lizard if you have...

A uromastyx stuck shed could become a serious issue when blood circulation is reduced. It could lead to necrosis and an early death.  Soaking can lead to tail rot and other infections. How do you...

My uromastyx is lazy during the winter. Do Uromastyx brumate? Why, where, when and how do uromastyx brumate? What are the signs of brumation? What are the benefits? In this article, we will...

My uromastyx is inquisitive, doesn't care to bite, scratch or whip me. Am I lucky or is this normal? Are uromastyx friendly? If you would like to know about sizes, characteristics, essential needs...

When I noticed new spots on my iguana, I immediately started to worry. I asked around and searched about why does my iguana have black, brown, white, yellow spots on them? The answers I received...

Is Godzilla an oversized Iguana? Do Iguanas attack humans in real life? Why are iguanas aggressive when mine is so lazy and doesn't care about much going on around him? In this article, we will...

My iguana hates my dog. Thankfully, it's vice versa. What are iguanas afraid of? Are you trying to prevent them from feeling fear and stress or wish to keep them away from places where they should...

I have been bit by my iguana. I moved too quickly on a day when I was in a rush. Do iguana bites hurt? I can tell you my experience, but I will also give you some medical, scientific and factual...

My iguana gets moody. He has dark days and sometimes feels blue. Can iguanas change color? There is much to explain in this article about how iguanas change colors and if they can...

My iguana has suffered a few eye problems in the past. Some iguana eye problems are serious while others can be treated with a few adjustments to the enclosure, balanced food or...

You may never see iguanas pee. Do iguanas pee? How can they pee without us noticing? Are they holding it on or releasing it in special ways? The information is fascinating and worth a moment to...

Iguanas climbing up the side of houses is common in suburban tropical neighborhoods. Can iguanas climb walls? How do they do it? Why does an iguana like to climb? How can you discourage it? In...

I recently saw a couple of marine iguanas on holiday. My friend asked me, "Are marine iguanas dangerous?" I tried to reassure her, but have you see what marine iguanas look like? These...

Iguanas are warm weather creatures who suffer from bouts of freezing or death when temperatures dip outside of their comfort zone. At what temperatures do iguanas die? Have you heard of iguanas...

Did you ever try to get your chameleon's attention with sounds? Can chameleons hear you? What is going on inside a chameleon's head to make sense of the world around them? Are you here to find out...

Sorry for the details, but this is important news for your chameleon. How often do chameleons poop? What do you need to know about chameleon poop and how will this make you a much more experienced...

My chameleon is not tired. He is not scared. Then why is he yawning? Do chameleons yawn? During my research and conversations with reptile community members and veterinarians, I found out many...

It's so easy to assume that all pets need water. Do Uromastyx need water? Is this a silly question or one that requires more thinking and strategy? How do you hydrate uromastyx? Do uromastyx like...

The spiny tail lizard known as the uromastyx loves to eat seeds. I found a special trick to make my urosmastyx very excited about seeds. I will let you know right away in this article about...

I saw a chameleon swimming in the water. What I didn't understand was the intense stress this caused. Can a chameleon swim? Do chameleons like water? What happens to chameleons if they get...

It took so long for my chameleon to allow me to touch him. It took even longer for him to climb aboard my arm. Do chameleons bond with their owners? Allow me to explain my experience, but also...

To me, it looks like salt stains. White spots on my chameleon made me worry at first until I found out the fact that I wish to explain to you today. White spots are not related to black spots on a...

Your home may not include any predators, but your chameleon may not know that. They are always alert. Do chameleons change color to hide from predators? How else can a chameleon protect...

Have you seen videos of chameleons fighting each other in the wild? Has your chameleon ever shown you an aggressive side? What could make a chameleon aggressive or is this something in their...

My chameleon bit me. It was my fault. Find out what I did wrong in this article. What are some warning signals for us to back off? What can we do to prevent chameleons from feeling...

Have you ever seen a hornworm? They are huge, but are hornworms good for chameleons to eat? What are some pros and cons you should know before you get hornworms for your reptile companion? In...

What to feed a chameleon depends on their age, species and individual tastes. Can chameleons eat mealworms? How can mealworms help or hurt chameleons? Is there a special way of offering them to...

Look closely and marvel at the intricate patterns on the body of your chameleon. Do chameleons have scales or is it something else you are noticing? The answer is actually slightly more...

Losing a nail hurts. Stress from losing a nail for a reptile could be disheartening for you and your chameleon companion. I realized there I needed share my experience with you and research as...

The beauty of chameleons lies in their skin tones and color ranges. Why does my chameleon have black spots all of a sudden? Find out what may have happened before it gets complicated. There are...

My chameleon doesn't move much when he is focused. He stares and remains fixed as a defense mechanism or hunting posture. I used to be worried at first. I thought, "Why is my chameleon not...

Step, wobble and drop. What’s going on with my chameleon falling over and over again? Should I freak out when my search results are showing bleak warning that my chameleon could be sick or...

Is my gecko invisible? Where do geckos go during the day? Daytime is when I receive a few visitors from time to time. I wish to show them my Tokay gecko and leopard gecko in separate...

The first time I saw leopard gecko white poop, I was shocked. What is happening to my leopard gecko and do I need to visit the vet? There wasn't enough information online and after a few phone...

A shedding leopard gecko is satisfying to watch when the process is smooth with one large piece removed after another. What if your leopard gecko is struggling or shedding excessively? Why is my...

I was nervous when I first heard about leopard gecko brumation. I had to be convinced that this is a natural and healthy way for some reptiles to rest over the cooler months during the winter in...

My leopard gecko is a picky eater. It’s frustrating to remove leftover fresh food in his vivarium to prevent them from rotting. This is why I switched to gut loading mealworms. Your leopard...

My gecko wants to be a chameleon. Can a gecko change colors like a chameleon?  Why do they need to change colors if they are safe under our care? Do you want some examples and explanations of...

I have a hard time locating my gecko in his vivarium during the day. How long do geckos sleep? Where do geckos sleep and when is the best time for gecko to fall asleep? If you know the answers to...

When you plan to be away and need to leave your reptile companion, how long can geckos be left alone? Are there necessary steps you need to take and what are the risk of bringing your gecko with...

We all have strange dreams, but my fantasy was to always be able to go out with my reptile companions. Can I take my leopard gecko outside the way I did with my iguana years ago? What are the...

I wonder what my hamster thinks about me. Do Hamsters have feelings? Do they know how we are feeling? This is such a broad topic that is open to interpretation. Although studies continue to...

When my hamster had a skin sore, I was alarmed and upset with myself. How to treat a hamster wound also requires preventive measures to make sure this doesn’t happen again or often. What do you...

My hamster poops in different places at different times making it very unpredictable for me to set up a cleaning schedule. How to clean hamster poop depends on many factors. Let’s talk about...

I needed to learn quickly about how to identify, treat and prevent iguana fungal infections. I didn't know a thing, but the help of the iguana community and a trusted vet made me feel more...

Eat this and not that. What foods should you be feeding your iguana and what foods are toxic to iguanas? I find it daunting to put together the right dietary plan for my iguana who refuses to eat...

My mother's favorite pet in her life is the iguana she brought home when I was a young girl. We learned so much about loving and caring for animals. We learned how to save a dying iguana and how...

I am confused sometimes when I think I know what my iguana is thinking, but I’m proven wrong when it’s something completely different. Can iguanas get depressed? A depressed iguana may seem to...

Dry skin days are awful for me, but my iguana loves it. Do iguanas shed their skin? Better yet, do they enjoy it? My iguana closes her eyes and allows me to gently peel off the remaining bits that...

As a young child, I wanted to pull the tail of my brother’s iguana to make it fall off. Thankfully, I never did and never will but does iguanas tails grow back? Tail regeneration is a...

Our iguanas name is Buddy. He can be seen licking up some insects along the way when he’s strutting through the backyard. Do Iguanas Eat Bugs? What about insects such as crickets and...

Water is life for you, me and your iguana. This article is going to be helpful to find out how to tell if your iguana is dehydrated. Dehydration is dangerous for iguanas. It can lead to: ...

Sometimes my iguana acts frozen, motionless or just stares at me. Why is my iguana not moving? I get paranoid about it because there could be some problems associated with this. Hopefully, it’s...

My mom got me an iguana when I was a young girl. I asked my mom, “Why does my iguana stare at me all the time?” I liked the attention I was getting, but it was also making me nervous. It turns...

Have you also experienced your iguana thrashing or squirming to get away from you? This happened to me many times. I wanted to know why does my iguana run from me? Is your iguana tamed or...

Have you noticed a sudden change in your budgie? Do you want to know the signs your budgie is dying slowly? If you see the below signs you will need to closely monitor your budgie closely as...

Is your hamster making a mess in his position of slumber? Why is urine or the smell of ammonia coming from your hamster's location of rest? In this article, we'll discuss the topic of hamsters...

Have you noticed that your budgie is flapping its wings but it can not fly any more? What could be wrong? Will they ever fly again? Below I will cover the main reasons for this that I have come...

Does one of your gerbil pass away? Are you unsure about what to do when one gerbil dies? This happened to me a few years ago, Whilst its sad for us, its also sad for the gerbils left behind. In...

I bet you know that iguanas require a heat source in their environments, but do iguanas need heat lamps? Do they need the lamp on all the time? Even through the night? These are the questions I...

Are you thinking of getting an iguana but are wondering if an iguana will recognize and bond with their owner? Iguanas will recognize and bond with other iguanas but will they bond with us their...

A few days back my green iguana turned completely black all over and it gave me a bit of a shock. I was left wondering why is my iguana turning black? Are they ill? Is it normal? should I do...

Rabbits are excellent pets to enjoy life with you in your home. It’s essential that you create the best atmosphere and understand what they need before they are invited to live with you. Rabbits...

Some sugar gliders are way to energetic while others may seem slow or aloof. Why is my sugar glider so hyper? Did we do something wrong? Should we be so quick to blame ourselves or think that our...

Are you thinking about temperatures becoming too cold for your sugar glider? Do sugar gliders get cold easily? We have experience with this and wish to offer top strategies to help you make sure...

Slow motion movements in nimble sugar gliders could be concerning. Why is my sugar glider moving slow? This was a big problem in the case of my husband's first sugar glider many years ago. Our...

Our female sugar glider knocked over a water dish and water spilled on the cage floor. Can sugar gliders get wet? After getting wet, she suffered from the experience where she retreated, refused...

Harry, our male sugar glider, was getting too excited and using his head too often to interact with his world around him. But, why does my sugar glider have a bald spot? His hyperactivity reduced...

This is a tough subject because I have to bring up my first sugar glider who passed away. I was so upset and wondered, "Why do sugar gliders suddenly die?" We found out the reason and I hope you...

Are you wondering, "Can Sugar Gliders Be Kept Outside?" Do you want to create a perfect outdoor enclosure or take your pocket pet companion out for adventures in the city? In this article, we will...

Expect younger sugar gliders to bark more often as they are learning to interact with the world around them. What if your sugar glider is not a joey anymore? Why won’t my sugar glider stop...

I know it's upsetting to hear this, but your sugar glider can get fleas and multiple parasites like many other domestic animals. The next time the discussion around whether or not sugar gliders...

I don't use a heat lamp for my sugar glider, but my brother keeps telling me we should get one. Do sugar gliders need a heat lamp? This article aims to provide evidence for and against heat lamps...

This is a good time for my friends with sugar gliders to find out what does it mean when a sugar glider curls its tail? His or her tail curls up for many reasons or sometimes for no reason at all....

My friend named her sugar glider Twitch. I told her that she could help him stop the twitching. She asked me, "Why is my sugar glider shaking?" I showed her this article that explains the top 7...

Unfortunately, our sugar glider was having difficulty going to the bathroom. Can Sugar Gliders Get Constipated? Let's dedicate this article to constipated sugar gliders and try to resolve this...

When my sugar glider licked me for the first time, I knew that we had finally formed the bond that I was reading about. Why Do Sugar Gliders Lick You? It felt like a light scraping the teeth on my...

It's that time again to talk about guinea pig poop. What's the easiest way to clean it up? Can you vacuum guinea pig poop? Are guinea pigs scared of vacuum cleaners? I was nervous too when I first...

I think pine bedding for guinea pigs is a hit-and-miss topic. What do you think? Do you want to know if pine bedding is good for guinea pigs? It's important to dive deeper to figure out what kind...

One of my male guinea pigs was humping the other male. My brother was fascinated, but I knew this was a sign of guinea pig dominance. How long does guinea pig dominance last? Do you have to step...

“Sound the alarms! Call in the guards! Code Red: Guinea Pig Chewing on Cage!” Is this an escape attempt? Why was my newest guinea pig constantly chewing on her cage? She was placed in a...

I thought my chinchilla would be just fine without me for long durations while I'm at work. I was sadly mistaken. I was left wondering,” Do chinchillas need a friend?” We noticed that our...

I cried when our first guinea pig passed away. We still have two more and I asked myself, ”Do guinea pigs cry?” Were they grieving too? What happened to us may not have happened to you, but we...

I used to wonder what type of bedding can I use for my chinchilla? After hours of research and conversation with members of the chinchilla lovers community, I realized I had some great...

We had one chinchilla and needed to know how to pair chinchillas because we quickly brought home another. Do chinchillas need to be in pairs? We wondered this question for a while and discussed it...

Welcome to the wonderful world of caring for chinchillas. Here is your list of everything you need for a chinchilla. Let's run through the essentials and also discuss some of the optional...

Is your chinchilla getting too hot or too cold? What Is the Ideal Temperature for a Chinchilla? How can you cool down a chinchilla? This is an important article to help you prevent your chinchilla...