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I was told that some reptiles carry samanilla poison. (Not sure of the spelling)

Is Bearded Dragons one of them that carries this?

What are some great sites that is easy to read and understand on the price, care, needs & anything that I need to know about Bearded Dragons?

I am really thinking of getting one or two. Can one be happy by themself in a cage with lots of love and attention from human or do they need a mate?

2007-08-01 09:49:30 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets Reptiles

10 answers

Any reptile can potentially carry Salmonella but basic hygiene practices will prevent transmission to you.
This is an excellent site on beardeds.



http://www.biology.lsa.umich.edu/research/labs/ktosney/file/BDcare.html

2007-08-01 10:17:10 · answer #1 · answered by Thea 7 · 1 0

i have a bearded dragon and have had it for many years, so i know this one. they carry a very mild versio of it, which means it cant kill you but you should wash your hand with soap and water after touching him or you will get sick. Also, here are some other tips-
You should give your bearded dragon a bath daily (they love it! and it helps hydrate them and keeps their dry skin hydrated.
You should give him fruits, especially rasperries! They love it!
They come from the desert, so they love to be outdoors! Build or buy an enclosed cage (not a tank) about 3 feet by 3 feet, or more if you can afford it. It must be a cage so the sun can come through, and it it's glass it'll burn him. When it gets dark take him in the house to a tank with sand and a heat lamp, he'll sleep there, and take him back it in the morning. Make sure only to do this on warm days, though. They normally between 20-40 dollars, maybe more, depending on where they came from. If you have a big house, let them run around in an enclosed room for several hours where they ca get sun, (make sure no dogs or anything else are around)Beared dragons dont bite (they dont have teeth), and make fabulous pets, so give them lots of love and they'll have the perfect home!

2007-08-01 11:41:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

No they do not carry poison. They can be quite happy by themselves. If you get two make sure one is male and one is female, that way you don't have tank disputes. Bearded Dragons are the greatest ( I have 5 ) but you need to study and understand their care before buying one.

2007-08-01 09:59:53 · answer #3 · answered by maxevans256 3 · 0 0

replaced into the Windex on the interior? till you sprayed it without postpone on the little dragon, he could be ok. How long has it been on the grounds that he ate? Reptiles can circulate a jiffy between nutrients. a week or 2 on the maximum modern. Is he napping? How previous is he, and what are you feeding him? youthful dragons, say, some months previous, can become constipated by skill of super crickets. you will ought to circulate to a vet for this. toddler dragons could consume wax worms, earth worms and fruit and vegetables. Do you have a basking easy for him? it somewhat is a undeniable easy that provides off warmth he desires, besides as ultraviolet easy. If no longer, get one immediately-circulate now! Any puppy keep will carry one, ask the staff there. Bearded Dragons are chilly blooded, meaning they are able to't regulate their very own temperature like people do. they want warmth to return from an exterior sourse. ideally the solar, by way of fact it additionally provides them nutrients they want for healthful bones and digestion. in the event that they get too chilly they become much less lively and the digetion slows, that's undesirable for the dragon. positioned any thermometer into his cage and consider the temperature. it is going to be between seventy 5-ninety levels farenheit. (sorry, i do no longer comprehend celsius or kelvin). in case you think of his situation may be that he's merely too chilly, positioned some towels down on a heating pad became on low and positioned him on genuine. do no longer warmth him too with out postpone, he will circulate into marvel and die. Watch him close do no longer circulate away him on my own till he seems slightly extra valuable. i'm hoping this facilitates, solid success to you and your little dragon!! while you're on the petstore get a e book approximately bearded dragons in case you do not have already got one.

2016-10-13 09:48:08 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0 0

bearded dragons are one of the most easy reptile to take care of.the salmonella risk is low,but always be cautious.they are a more social reptile aND can live together,but always give them as much space as possible.green iguanas,which i have,and turtles 2nd are the greatest carrier of salmonella.it may not kill you,but it can make you awfully sick.prices vary from80-120$.prices vagary depending on demand,and where you live.good luck.

2007-08-05 13:25:09 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

EVERY reptile can have it...but its most common when they are sick. i have talked to several people with all kinds of reptile experience. no need to worry about it...just take ur lizards to the vet at least once a year and they will keep makin sure its not gettin sick. when and if it does get sick, wash ur hands thoroughly before and after each handling. good luck!

2007-08-01 16:33:15 · answer #6 · answered by Tiffany S 2 · 0 0

Any reptile can, but if you get a beardie, make sure it was captive born and bread, thus eliminating any chances it has anything.

go to www.kingsnake.com - they have a lot of forums to learn from.

keep them sepereate unless they are both female.

2007-08-01 10:41:06 · answer #7 · answered by david g 3 · 0 0

Samanilla poison only goes to them if they are not care of properly. Basic tank cleaning, and hygiene. Like if you leave waste or dead crickets in their tank they will get it. So keep their tank clean.

2007-08-03 16:21:43 · answer #8 · answered by ilovehorses_cowgirlup 2 · 0 0

no bearded dragons are not salmonella poison

2007-08-01 09:54:34 · answer #9 · answered by Jesse M i tells the truth 3 · 1 0

seems ppl answered your ? its a bacteria like all wash your hands but they don't need a mate they r not like social animals it wont get lonly

2007-08-05 12:15:25 · answer #10 · answered by awsomemom84 1 · 1 0

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