Tammy94
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I have very recently stepped into the world of bearded dragons and just a week ago bought my first. He is apparently 8 months old (appx) we decided to name him Douglas.
We've been given very mixed information as to how often/much you feed these little guys. The lizard specialist at our local petshop advised a diet of 8 locusts spread over 2 feeding sessions each day, alongside a fresh variety of salads/fruits that is changed over daily.
I have however seen many other sources advise that you feed your beardie "as many locusts" as it can possibly eat within a 10 minute feeding session (unsure as to how many feeding sessions are expected each day) I can certainly tell you Douglas would eat many more than 8 locusts a day if given the opportunity, but after being advised only 8 per day we are worried to feed him any more in case of over feeding.
We also wondered how frequently should we be dusting his meals with calcium powder? We were told around 3 times per week (again by our local pet store) however have seen other sources advise differently.
Any comments/advice would be greatly appreciated, i've made it my #1 priority to try and ensure our little Doug is the healthiest, happiest lizard he can be
We've been given very mixed information as to how often/much you feed these little guys. The lizard specialist at our local petshop advised a diet of 8 locusts spread over 2 feeding sessions each day, alongside a fresh variety of salads/fruits that is changed over daily.
I have however seen many other sources advise that you feed your beardie "as many locusts" as it can possibly eat within a 10 minute feeding session (unsure as to how many feeding sessions are expected each day) I can certainly tell you Douglas would eat many more than 8 locusts a day if given the opportunity, but after being advised only 8 per day we are worried to feed him any more in case of over feeding.
We also wondered how frequently should we be dusting his meals with calcium powder? We were told around 3 times per week (again by our local pet store) however have seen other sources advise differently.
Any comments/advice would be greatly appreciated, i've made it my #1 priority to try and ensure our little Doug is the healthiest, happiest lizard he can be