sparrowstune
Member
Hello,
I'm a new beardie owner. I've done my research and feel that I have a good home for my new found friend "Buddy". He is such a cute little guy.
But, I have a few questions. One, is fleece or bandanna material going to catch my 5-6 month old beardies toe nails? I got rid of his reptile hammock because I heard it can do this. I have a ramp for him to crawl up to his basking spot and its too slippery. (He is currently gone away at the vet. He was closing one eye since the day I got him.) I wanted to put some fleece material or bandanna material on the ramp to make it easier for him to get there. Then, on the same topic, would it be okay to have fleece or a bandanna covering his basking spot?<--(for several reason, I won't bore you with details) Its a ramp that leads to a board that goes across the tank. (don't worry its not too high) Also, its a 40 gal br. I make sure he gets his food, and he is an amazing hunter.
Two, I have read all about basking temps and see people talk about ranges from 100,105,115, and 125 for juveniles. Because of the changing i'm making to his home while he is gone, the basking area now offers a range from 130 on one end, and down to 85 on the other end. Yes, I have a cool side that offers from 80-69ish. Would 130 burn him? Or, since his basking area offers that 130-85 range, will he be fine and pick his favorite spot?
Last, could I put sand paper on his ramp to help him get up there and to help keep his nails trimmed? (just a random thought)
Thank you for your time!
I'm a new beardie owner. I've done my research and feel that I have a good home for my new found friend "Buddy". He is such a cute little guy.
But, I have a few questions. One, is fleece or bandanna material going to catch my 5-6 month old beardies toe nails? I got rid of his reptile hammock because I heard it can do this. I have a ramp for him to crawl up to his basking spot and its too slippery. (He is currently gone away at the vet. He was closing one eye since the day I got him.) I wanted to put some fleece material or bandanna material on the ramp to make it easier for him to get there. Then, on the same topic, would it be okay to have fleece or a bandanna covering his basking spot?<--(for several reason, I won't bore you with details) Its a ramp that leads to a board that goes across the tank. (don't worry its not too high) Also, its a 40 gal br. I make sure he gets his food, and he is an amazing hunter.
Two, I have read all about basking temps and see people talk about ranges from 100,105,115, and 125 for juveniles. Because of the changing i'm making to his home while he is gone, the basking area now offers a range from 130 on one end, and down to 85 on the other end. Yes, I have a cool side that offers from 80-69ish. Would 130 burn him? Or, since his basking area offers that 130-85 range, will he be fine and pick his favorite spot?
Last, could I put sand paper on his ramp to help him get up there and to help keep his nails trimmed? (just a random thought)
Thank you for your time!