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    Troubles With New Batch Arcadia 12% T5?

    I had him under a t8 reptisun 10 in his 40 gallon baby tank. I might just go back to reptisun. Regardless, I'll let Todd know I seem to have a bad bulb. I haven't done a ton of reading lately, is the t5 version good, or should I find a new fixture for the tried and true t8? I also didn't know...
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    Troubles With New Batch Arcadia 12% T5?

    Hi everybody, I recently bought new bulbs for my beardie. I stuck with what has been working, and bought some more Arcadia 12% T5 bulbs. Since changing it out, Moose has been miserable. Hiding, closing his eyes, showing dark colors, refusing food. He'd come out to bask with his eyes closed for...
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    Lip lump/cut/infection?

    Hello everyone, I just noticed this today giving Moose his bath. Not sure what it is, it almost looks like he bit his lip and developed a sore as a human would. I'm not sure if I should be concerned or not. Does it look like he's ill or could he have given himself a minor injury somehow? His...
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    The end to incandescent bulbs?

    ^I meant halogen floods, here's the bulb I've been using: http://www.homedepot.com/p/Philips-45-Watt-Halogen-Flood-Light-Bulb-134122/100539944#.UiAF0d7D_IU Compact fluorescents and LED's wont give off enough heat for a basking spot, these will :)
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    The end to incandescent bulbs?

    Incandescent-screw-type-halogens (as they're known in the scientific communities, that is :lol:) produce a boat load of heat while still conserving energy. I have a 45watt philips brand on a dimmer to keep my basking spot cool enough. Of course, if you'd like, reptile specialty bulbs surely...
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    My basking temp reaches up to 121?

    A dimmer switch so you don't have to keep buying light bulbs.
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    Beardie germs?

    Dogs do in fact carry salmonella, amongst quite a few other things beardies don't. Trust us when we say beardies are safe pets. As long as you clean up their poop (before they get bored of hiding from it and step all in it, that is :lol:) they won't transmit salmonella to you. Just keep their...
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    Moose Is Here! ( update 8/19)

    I got lucky with the grapevine, it's hard to find such great pieces honestly. I found the left side piece at lllreptile, which was great, but I about fell over when I found the other piece at petkingdom, they work *perfectly* together. It's actually the t5 12%. I've heard Todd is working on a...
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    Beardie germs?

    THIS. As stated, your typical beardie is going to be cleaner than a dog, which most people wouldn't even think twice about touching. There really isn't much reason for concern. I understand not wanting to get sick, but as long as you keep a clean enclosure your beardie wont be covered in...
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    Moose Is Here! ( update 8/19)

    He's loving his new viv, he's been in it over a week now. His mood has really changed with the arcadia uvb. He has much more energy and he's been more explorative when he gets out. The viv is on the floor still so when he wants to go home he will dash right back in there :lol: Still waiting for...
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    Viv pics only thread

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    Bearded Dragon Doesn't bask

    The 105-110 two range is usually suggested for babies. Mine used to bask at 110 all day, but ever since that 7-8 month mark he started to prefer cooler temps. He prefers his basking spot around 100. Moose would bask under his cold LED until I turned his temps down. I'm actually toying with the...
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    Under the counter fixtures?

    He's only been under it for a week, but his colors are brighter and he's been more active. If you had any more specific questions about the bulbs email Todd from lightyourreptiles. He's a great guy, I had sent him an email late on a Saturday night regarding my order and I got his response within...
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    LED Basking and Ceramic Heater

    ^There has been a fair amount of research on the safety of LEDs. Irritation and (worst cases) temporary blindness have occurred on tests with mice directly exposed to intense blue light for a number of hours. Suggesting that regular exposure to a household LED is a health concern is a bit of...
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    Under the counter fixtures?

    Since you're doing a 4ft long forget the Walmart fixture, that's best suited for a 40gb. IMO you should get a 3ft Arcadia t5 and a sunblaster fixture. I just installed a 4ft one in my new enclosure and it rocks. The fixture installs by drilling two brackets in the top of the enclosure and then...
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    How is this independent starter kit?

    Terrible. Just buy the products you know you need. Don't waste your money on products that will end up in the trash and require you to spend even more money.
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    tiles

    ^this. Measure the exact inner dimensions, head to lowes, pick a tile, calculate how each tile needs to be cut, and get them cut. It sounds pretty easy but it can be difficult, so choose a shape of tile that will make life simple. I chose to use a 6x24 inch wood grain ceramic for my 5x2...
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    Moose Is Here! ( update 8/19)

    [code]Moose was running rampant for the first two hours we got in the new place, then he curled up and fell asleep (only about 4pm). He was still curled up come 10 this morning so I put him in his baking spot and he's been acting normal. I don't think it took him long to realize that everything...
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    Box of play sand

    I would have used desert snow or alfalfa pellets, but a sand dog box is fine. Your beardie isn't likely to start lapping up play sand. Calcium sand tastes good, so some beardies will lick up too much and get impacted. All sand can be dangerous, so keep an eye out... But it shouldn't be a serious...
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    peeks out of his hide a couple of hours in the a.m

    Sounds like you're getting on the right track, but for adding other lights... Give it a shot. I use warm color led lights to brighten up my beardies tank. Leds don't give off much heat, use very little energy and give off loads of light. Just make sure it's a warm color (yellow/orange light) as...
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