Welcome to the wonderful world of Bearded dragons!! They are the most amazing creatures I have ever had, and I have had many wild and domestic critters. But Beardies truly are special. They have enormous expressive emotional range, are affectionate, smart as any dog, trainable, love snuggles, and I could go on and on....but you will come to know all that.
They do require proper set ups, vitamins, UVB, heat...an owner who will really educate themself to their beardies needs. The stores are not good for advice, with much wrong information out there, but you are in the right place for good advice! There are many people here who are very helpful, and devoted to the well being of all beardies. cooperdragon is one of our very dedicated, true experts--I trust any advice from him. Drache613 is another expert to trust, for sure...
I do not consider myself an expert, because I have had only one beardie, for the past three years..he is in great health, so I am doing something right! I raised my big boy from a tiny little six week old baby, and like you, joined this forum for advice and to find others who love beardies. It is an active forum, and I have made some good friends here.
DeziLu is my constant companion, best friend. I would not have believed it if someone had told me that a lizard could be so affectionate and make such a wonderful pet, until I got my boy. Now, I dont know how the rest of the world lives without one. My love for him continues to grow. I hope you will have that with your sweet Kenpachi!
That is an unusual name, where is it from?
Here is my DeziLu, welcoming you both...We love to read about the new babies, so keep us posted! and photos!! Love those photos!