Reptile & Amphibian Care
Caring for a Turtle or a Tortoise
Have you thought about adding a new pet to your family? Inviting a turtle or a tortoise into your home can make for a versatile, yet enjoyable pet. Turtles and tortoises are both reptiles, but require different things in regards to their habitats and overall needs. You will want to meet the specific needs of your pet in order to afford it the best quality of care. Turtle Turtles are aquatic reptiles. Turtles and tortoises are both from the classification Testudines or Chelonii. Their shells are typically flatter than a tortoise's, and their feet are clawed, webbed-like flippers, for swimming....
Home Sweet Home: Acclimating Your Pet Reptile to its New Habitat
Moving to a new place can be tough, especially for our reptile friends. Exotic animals are especially prone to stress and don't care for sudden changes. If you've recently added a new scaly family member to your home, help your snake, turtle, or lizard settle in with these simple, easy tips for acclimating your pet reptile to its new habitat. Prepare the Enclosure Rolling out the welcome mat may look a bit different for snakes, turtles, and lizards, but preparing their enclosure is a critical aspect of getting any new habitat ready. Exotic pets require a very specific environment in...
The Ultimate Hermit Crab Care Guide for Curious Crustaceans
Hermit crabs are a home aquarium favorite. They're easy to care for, resilient, and tons of fun to watch go about their day. Young pet owners and beginner fish tank enthusiasts will especially enjoy adding...
Understanding When to Change Your Reptile Bulbs
Contrary to what most people think, reptiles are adversely affected by changes in temperature even when living indoors. Most of the time, pet owners start observing sudden changes in their reptile behavior during the fall. Your reptile refuses to eat or becomes slow and spends most of its time in the hide-out area. Well, if you find yourself in such a situation, you need to start thinking about changing your reptile bulbs. Your cold-blooded buddy is not getting enough heat to live a healthy life. Below are a few tips to help you evaluate when to change a reptile bulb...
The Best Reptiles for Kids and Beginners
Who said the first pet has to be fluffy? Puppies and kittens may be cute, but these adorable mess makers are often too high maintenance for young pet owners. Or maybe your child has been begging for a reptile pet of their own, but you aren't sure which type of lizard, snake, or turtle would make the best starter pet. Have no fear, we are here to help! Check out this easy guide to the best reptiles for kids and beginners. Bearded Dragon Who wouldn't want to own (and even train!) their very first dragon? Bearded dragons are at the...