Take Care of your Iguana
Iguanas are becoming a very popular pet. They are quiet and never create a mess as big as a dog or a cat. But there are still few things that should be known by the iguana owners.
Like every other pet iguana needs a good habitat. So many of us would just go with a cardboard box. But this is no good for the iguanas. Iguanas grow rapidly. So their home should be made considering that a full grown iguana can freely roam around in the enclosure. Iguanas can grow up to 5-7 feet. So a box of 10 feet in length 5 feet deep and 8 -10 feet tall is considered to be a suitable one. Supply plenty of water to offer humidity and soaking facility for your pet.
Iguana should be kept under a warm temperature. A temperature of 85 degree F is suitable for digestion. Use thermometers to get the precise reading. Provide artificial lighting if you have to. But make sure iguana does not burn itself by leaning against the bulb. Give enough exposure to the sunlight but ensure enough shade as well
The most common species of iguanas are herbivorous. Do not feed them animal protein. If you really want to feed them then do not do it more than once a month. Anything more than that might cause damage to the kidney. Do not rely only on cabbages and stuff. It could cause thyroid problem. Leafy vegetables like mustard, collard and turnip greens are suitable for the iguanas.
Ensure a good habitat, a healthy environment and good diet for your iguana and you will have a great pet for years to come.
Take Care of your Iguana
Iguanas are becoming a very popular pet. They are quiet and never create a mess as big as a dog or a cat. But there are still few things that should be known by the iguana owners.
Like every other pet iguana needs a good habitat. So many of us would just go with a cardboard box. But this is no good for the iguanas.
Iguanas grow rapidly. So their home should be made considering that a full grown iguana can freely roam around in the enclosure. Iguanas can grow up to 5-7 feet. So a box of 10 feet in length 5 feet deep and 8 -10 feet tall is considered to be a suitable one. Supply plenty of water to offer humidity and soaking facility for your pet.
Iguana should be kept under a warm temperature. A temperature of 85 degree F is suitable for digestion. Use thermometers to get the precise reading. Provide artificial lighting if you have to. But make sure iguana does not burn itself by leaning against the bulb. Give enough exposure to the sunlight but ensure enough shade as well.
The most common species of iguanas are herbivorous. Do not feed them animal protein. If you really want to feed them then do not do it more than once a month. Anything more than that might cause damage to the kidney. Do not rely only on cabbages and stuff. It could cause thyroid problem. Leafy vegetables like mustard, collard and turnip greens are suitable for the iguanas.
Ensure a good habitat, a healthy environment and good diet for your iguana and you will have a great pet for years to come.