Giving Your Reptile the Best Life Possible
At Pets Playground, we understand reptiles are unique pets with specialised needs. Whether you’ve brought home a curious bearded dragon, a sleek snake, a gentle turtle, or a shy gecko, the right care will help your reptile live a long, healthy, and stress-free life.
Giving Your Reptile the Best Life Possible
At Pets Playground, we understand reptiles are unique pets with specialised needs. Whether you’ve brought home a curious bearded dragon, a sleek snake, a gentle turtle, or a shy gecko, the right care will help your reptile live a long, healthy, and stress-free life.
Setting Up the Perfect Habitat
Reptiles rely on their environment to stay healthy, so setting up their habitat correctly is essential.
Choose the right size enclosure for your reptile’s species and adult size.
Provide heating and lighting that mimic their natural habitat.
Include hides, branches, and décor to make them feel secure.
Monitor temperature and humidity daily with accurate gauges.
Heating and Lighting Needs
Reptiles are cold-blooded, meaning they depend on external heat to regulate body temperature.
Basking areas should have the correct heat level for your species.
UVB lighting is essential for many reptiles to process calcium and prevent metabolic bone disease.
Create a temperature gradient so your reptile can choose between warm and cool areas.
Replace UVB bulbs every 6–12 months, even if they still appear to work.
Heating and Lighting Needs
Reptiles are cold-blooded, meaning they depend on external heat to regulate body temperature.
Basking areas should have the correct heat level for your species.
UVB lighting is essential for many reptiles to process calcium and prevent metabolic bone disease.
Create a temperature gradient so your reptile can choose between warm and cool areas.
Replace UVB bulbs every 6–12 months, even if they still appear to work.
Feeding Your Reptile
Different reptiles have different dietary needs.
Carnivorous reptiles (e.g., snakes) may eat rodents or insects.
Herbivorous reptiles (e.g., turtles) need leafy greens and vegetables.
Omnivorous reptiles (e.g., bearded dragons) require a mix of plant and animal food.
Dust feeder insects with calcium and vitamin D3 supplements as recommended.
Our staff at Pets Playground can guide you on feeding schedules and portion sizes for your reptile.
Feeding Your Reptile
Different reptiles have different dietary needs.
Carnivorous reptiles (e.g., snakes) may eat rodents or insects.
Herbivorous reptiles (e.g., turtles) need leafy greens and vegetables.
Omnivorous reptiles (e.g., bearded dragons) require a mix of plant and animal food.
Dust feeder insects with calcium and vitamin D3 supplements as recommended.
Our staff at Pets Playground can guide you on feeding schedules and portion sizes for your reptile.
Handling and Interaction
Reptiles vary in how much they enjoy being handled.
Handle gently and support the entire body.
Avoid handling after feeding or during shedding.
Always supervise children when interacting with reptiles.
Respect their body language — if they seem stressed, give them space.
Handling and Interaction
Reptiles vary in how much they enjoy being handled.
Handle gently and support the entire body.
Avoid handling after feeding or during shedding.
Always supervise children when interacting with reptiles.
Respect their body language — if they seem stressed, give them space.
Health and Hygiene
Cleanliness is vital for preventing illness in reptiles.
Spot-clean enclosures daily and do a full clean regularly.
Wash hands before and after handling to avoid spreading bacteria.
Watch for signs of illness such as lethargy, loss of appetite, or abnormal skin.
Schedule regular vet check-ups, especially for long-lived species.
Find Answer Of Your Questions
Do reptiles need a lot of space?
Some species require large enclosures, while others can thrive in smaller habitats. We’ll help you choose the right size for your pet.
How often should I feed my reptile?
It depends on the species — some eat daily, others only once a week. We’ll provide a feeding schedule suited to your reptile.
Do all reptiles need UVB lighting?
Not all, but many species do. Our team can advise you based on your reptile’s needs.
Can I keep more than one reptile in the same enclosure?
Some species can cohabitate, but many do best alone to avoid stress and aggression.
How can I tell if my reptile is stressed?
Signs include hiding constantly, refusing food, rapid breathing, or unusual behaviour.
Do reptiles need a lot of space?
Some species require large enclosures, while others can thrive in smaller habitats. We’ll help you choose the right size for your pet.
How often should I feed my reptile?
It depends on the species — some eat daily, others only once a week. We’ll provide a feeding schedule suited to your reptile.
Do all reptiles need UVB lighting?
Not all, but many species do. Our team can advise you based on your reptile’s needs.
Can I keep more than one reptile in the same enclosure?
Some species can cohabitate, but many do best alone to avoid stress and aggression.
How can I tell if my reptile is stressed?
Signs include hiding constantly, refusing food, rapid breathing, or unusual behaviour.
Do reptiles need a lot of space?
Some species require large enclosures, while others can thrive in smaller habitats. We’ll help you choose the right size for your pet.
How often should I feed my reptile?
It depends on the species — some eat daily, others only once a week. We’ll provide a feeding schedule suited to your reptile.
Do all reptiles need UVB lighting?
Not all, but many species do. Our team can advise you based on your reptile’s needs.
Can I keep more than one reptile in the same enclosure?
Some species can cohabitate, but many do best alone to avoid stress and aggression.
How can I tell if my reptile is stressed?
Signs include hiding constantly, refusing food, rapid breathing, or unusual behaviour.
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“ I can’t say enough good things about [Your Pet Care]! My dog, Bella, has always been nervous around new people, but the team here made her feel completely at ease from the moment we walked in ”
Schedule a visit today!
“ I can’t say enough good things about [Your Pet Care]! My dog, Bella, has always been nervous around new people, but the team here made her feel completely at ease from the moment we walked in ”
