Care Guides for Bearded Dragons 🦎

Discover complete care guides, habitat setups, and diet tips for your bearded dragon. Whether you’re a new owner or a seasoned reptile keeper, this section covers everything your dragon needs to stay healthy and happy.

What You'll Find in Our Bearded Dragon Section 🦎

From selecting the right lighting and substrate to understanding your dragon’s behavior, our detailed care guides help you provide the best possible life for your bearded dragon. Learn about feeding routines, habitat setup, common health issues, and more.

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Central Bearded Dragons

The most common and friendly species for beginners.

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Hypo Bearded Dragons

Known for their lighter coloration and calm behavior.

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Leatherback Morphs

Unique scale pattern and texture — stunning look.

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Bearded Dragon Care Made Simple

From understanding your dragon’s behavior to creating the perfect tank setup, our guides simplify every aspect of care. Whether you’re adopting your first beardie or improving your current habitat, we make reptile care easy and enjoyable.

Bearded Dragon Care for Owners of All Levels

 

Bearded dragons are one of the most popular pet reptiles thanks to their docile nature, expressive behavior, and manageable care needs. At Pets Alpha, we provide practical, beginner-friendly care guides tailored to help your dragon thrive.

From lighting and temperature control to safe substrates and handling techniques, our detailed articles walk you through every step of responsible care. We also cover essential health tips, signs of stress, and common behavioral patterns you should know.

Whether you’re raising a baby beardie or adopting an adult dragon, you’ll find expert advice and easy-to-follow routines to ensure your pet lives a long, healthy life. Trust Pets Alpha to guide you on your journey as a confident bearded dragon owner.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bearded Dragons

Are bearded dragons good pets for beginners?

Yes. Bearded dragons are known for their calm temperament and are easy to care for, making them ideal for new reptile owners.

A mix of insects (like crickets and mealworms) and leafy greens. Younger dragons eat more insects, while adults eat more vegetables.

Absolutely. UVB lighting is essential for calcium absorption and preventing metabolic bone disease.

The basking area should be 95–110°F, with a cooler area around 75–85°F. Night temps can drop to 65–75°F.

Young dragons: 2–3 times per day. Adults: once a day or every other day depending on diet type.

It’s not recommended. Bearded dragons are territorial and should be housed separately to avoid stress and fights.

Adults typically reach 18 to 24 inches, including their tail.

With proper care, they can live 8 to 12 years in captivity.

Yes. With regular gentle handling, most beardies become calm and tolerant of human interaction.

Spot clean daily, and deep-clean the tank every 2–4 weeks. Use reptile-safe disinfectants and replace substrate when needed.