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[Scoutdad77]

Just kidding,

So I'm new to signing up for this forum, however I have been lurking these boards non-stop for the past 3 weeks. The information I have learned has been very helpful. My son (age 7) has decided that he wanted a lizard, and I do not do "snakey" looking critters at all! So we compromised and after seeing some bearded dragons in person, I noticed their lack of a forked tongue, slithering attributes, and I really liked that they seemed to follow us like puppies. So here we are today, I have started building the enclosure for the future bearded dragon. I went with the crossfire enclosure build, using 3/4 inch plywood. I also picked up some discount tile for the flooring of the enclosure, and the vents.

We are going to be attending the repticon show in Raleigh, NC at the end of November, so we have some time to get this enclosure finished, furnish it, and then get the temp adjusted for it correctly well before ever bringing home a new dragon.

I will be having to pick your brains on the lighting size for the crossfire when the time comes, and I'm sure it's only begun with what all needs to be learned!

We look forward to the journey and I appreciate all of the helpful information we have already picked up off this site!

 

[CooperDragon]

Welcome to the forum! It sounds like you're off to a good start. I'm glad to see you're doing your research and getting everything dialed in properly beforehand. Your new friend will appreciate it. Please keep us posted on your progress and let us know if you have any questions =)

 

[Southpaw]

Hello and welcome.

 

[Scoutdad77]

Thank you. I am excited to see how it goes! Here are some pics of the enclosure so far.

 

[CooperDragon]

That looks like it will be quite nice when it's all done.

 

[Scoutdad77]

That looks like it will be quite nice when it's all done.

Thank you. First time builder, but I could not find a tank that suited me unless I purchased one of those fancy high end enclosure. This gave me a great excuse to buy tools and to make lots of noise, lol.

 

[Scribble]

Welcome! My mom is where you were- not a fan of reptiles- so glad to hear you're liking them. I hope my mom will grow to like mine (when I get it) as well <3

any plans on what type you're getting?
baby? adult? >3<

Also curious about how you plan on setting it up? Oh, and if you are having fun building its home you can also get artsy and craftsy on the inside by hand making the hammock or even doing up the background. I know I've been having fun with that stuff >///<

 

[Scoutdad77]

Welcome! My mom is where you were- not a fan of reptiles- so glad to hear you're liking them. I hope my mom will grow to like mine (when I get it) as well <3

any plans on what type you're getting?
baby? adult? >3<

Also curious about how you plan on setting it up? Oh, and if you are having fun building its home you can also get artsy and craftsy on the inside by hand making the hammock or even doing up the background. I know I've been having fun with that stuff >///<

Thanks scribble,

I am enjoying the build so far, but I really enjoy woodworking. As far as the enclosure setup, I honestly do not know which direction I will go with it yet, but I do plan on making a background from styrofoam, but I'm not sure as to what extent of details I will be doing.

As far as what type of dragon, I'm not 100% sure what we will find at the repticon show, but I am hoping we can find a baby dragon. I will be letting my son pick it out, but I'm going to try to steer him towards that direction. Good luck with your future dragon, I'm sure you will enjoy it!

 

[Scribble]

oooh fancy :O

there's a lot of people showing off what they did with theirs so that can help ^_^

oh nice nice be sure to remember not to buy any on sand though <3

thank you I look forward to having one >3<
be sure to update us with stuff kk?

 

[Scoutdad77]

Just a little update, I've managed to finish up a lot of the enclosure, I have my lights now however they are not installed, and I am waiting on glass to be cut for the doors.

I am trying my hand at a custom background, any suggestions or tips on it?

 

[Pushkin]

I just saw that you're going to Repticon in Raleigh - you'll have to check out Carolina Classic Dragons - they have such beautiful babies!
One of mine is from them.

 

[digitalCaptive]

How is the enclosure coming? Do you guys have your new Beardie yet? I'd love to see the final product when you are all done I have a HUGE custom enclosure that came with a couple of my Beardies and I'm thinking about making either a custom foam backing for it, or doing a painted scene on the boring white walls. I just need to do some research to make sure I use beardie safe products first.

I hope all goes well with your new beardie...and don't worry, even if you are unsure about it at first, they grow on you quickly