So, you got yourself the first reptile and you don't know how to take care of him. Or you are already skilled in handling with them and you just want to learn something new. Either way, you are in the right place. This article will teach you some tips and tricks on how to take a better care of your beloved reptile pet.
- Respect them!
As for all things in nature the rule is simple. If you respect them, they will respect you back. This means, that your reptile is not your toy and you can't play with him If he doesn't want to. If he wants to lay in his house all day and just sleep, well then let him. Furthermore, if you are new to the reptile world then we advise you to start simple. Don't go to the biggest and most aggressive one, start with smaller and simpler specimen and go from there as you learn. And keep in mind to get yourself a reptile you can afford. Always try to buy them the best HOUSING (follow the link if you want the best housing for your pet friend) and HUSBANDRY tools you can. And if you can't do that, then start cheaper one so you will give him the most efficient environment for him to live in.
- Always wash your hands
This one is more for your protection than theirs. We know that reptiles have amazing sensory organs. And if you introduce them to your warm hands that are smelling good at the same time, well then you are a perfect prey. So we advise you to wash your hands before you handle your reptile pet or handling between different species. Also, you will prevent bacteria and germs to transfer from you to your pet.
- Theory of the loaded gun
There's a saying: Treat your reptile pet as if you are handling a loaded gun! Especially with newly acquired reptiles or snakes that have shown aggressive behavior in the past you should always point their heads away from you (like a barrel of your loaded gun). Let them slowly adjust to you and your movement. These way you will reduce risk and your pet will not see you as a threat or a prey. And if you see that they are irritated, well then just leave them in their HOUSES and come back later.
- Captive bread animals are better
Yes, we all had that one mouse who we found as a kid in our backyard (or in you vents) and we decided that she will be our new pet. And week or two later this mouse escaped or even die. And that's because She was not meant to be captured. It was not her natural environment. She suffered. So it's better to get yourself a reptile pet, that was bread in captivity. This pet will be used to it and will not have health problems or try to escape. Taming wild animals is for experienced herp keepers. For a newbie or for your home in the city it is better that you get yourself a captive bread reptile. Don t forget to get him a nice modern city HOUSE so he will feel like a sir.
- Let them rest after large meal
You just had a large steak and then someone forces you to go running or doing chores. You become irritated and want to punch that someone in the face. Well, the same rule applies to your reptile pet. If you gave him a large meal then you must leave them alone for some time. Let the food settle in. Abdominal stress can provoke regurgitation and other numerous harmful reasons. So just let them rest in their HOMES where they are happy and when the food is digested then you can return and play with your reptile pet.
In the end, it doesn't matter if you are human or a reptile. We must be treated with care and have a good environment to live in. If others must respect us, we respect them. And we all want cozy and comfortable HOMES to live in. That way we are happy people with happy reptile pets.