Instructions
Choose a home for the bearded dragon that is clear and transparent. It may be glass or plastic. Aquariums are good choices.
Put a wire top on the cage. Having a lid to the cage prevents the animal from getting out. It also prevents other pets such as cats or dogs from getting at the lizard. Make sure it is a wire top and not wood, glass or Plexiglas. These materials will not allow enough air circulation.
Make sure the house for the bearded dragon is large enough. A 10 gallon tank works for a hatchling, but as the lizard grows, the home also needs to grow. A 20 gallon tank works if the bearded dragon is less than ten inches long. After that move to a 40 gallon tank, or larger. A 55 gallon tank allows plenty of room for movement and running.
Keep the tank at the correct temperature. It should constantly be between 95 and 105 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Use a combination of florescent and incandescent lights to bask under and hot rocks. Keeping a thermometer at each end of the tank will help regulate the temperature.
Keep a shallow dish of water in the tank for drinking. Change the water daily.
How to House a Bearded Dragon
Bearded dragons are excellent pets to have. Originally from Australia, bearded dragons are good-natured, small in size, love attention and are relatively easy to care for. Follow the tips below for housing a bearded dragon.