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Online Iguana Sales

Posted by :Mike On : August 9, 2011
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One of the better ways to purchase an Iguana is from an online iguana sale through a website. Typically, these sites offer a wider selection of breeds from the common Green Iguana to a more rare breed like the Cuban Rock Iguana.

If you are one of those people who feel that if you’re going to be owning an exotic animal you want the most rare (legal) breed you will find this approach may be a good option.

You see, with all the websites online today you can find sites for iguana pretty easily. With a quick Google search you will be on your way to some rare breeds of iguana. It’s actually really fun to search all the best iguana sites and decide on the breed you want.

You should also keep an eye out for any special sales that may be offered. Sometimes these breeders find that they have to many animals on hand and they will in-turn offer great sales to move some of their inventory. This is the best time to save some real money on your new pet. Most of the sales that you find online are not for the more rare breeds but still offer fantastic prices.

Saving money on your iguana itself can be great because you can take that extra money and get a better enclosure or better lighting. These are two very important things that will make a difference to the life span of your animal.

Another benefit of buying an iguana online is that you can have the animal shipped right to your front door. All animals are shipped overnight for obvious reasons, like staying alive. This means that once you place your order you can look forward to getting your new iguana the very next day.

It is a good idea to have your habitat all set up before you make your final purchase online. You don’t want to rush and set it up last minute because this is something your animal is going to be living in everyday.

Although buying your new Iguana online can be a great way to find a more rare breed, you need to use caution when purchasing. You must be certain that the pictures of the animal you are looking at is going to be the one that shows up at your door. Make sure that it is not a stock image of the animal.

If the location of the animal is to far from your home to go and look at it, you can ask the owner to have a video chat on a platform like Skype. This way you can see the animal live and make sure it’s a  happy,  healthy animal.

Overall the online purchase of this type of animal is definitely a valuable option. If you use caution and do your homework you should be just fine.  Make sure the iguana choose is the one you really want and be sure you don’t just make the decision in the spur of the moment. Doing this will lead to a long and enjoyable relationship with your new pet.

 

 

Classified Ads for Iguana

Posted by :Mike On : August 9, 2011
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Another great way to purchase an iguana is through a classified ad. These ads can be found in print in your local paper and also online.

Classified ads allow you to find iguana from pets stores as well as individual sellers.

Some of the independent local pet stores will run ads in the paper if they find themselves with a bit to much inventory or when they have a more rare breed that they don’t normally carry. This can be a great time to find a really cool breed of iguana at a good price. You may even find additional coupons next to the ad that can save you even more when shopping for accessories in the store.

Another type of seller that you can find in classified ads are the independent seller. These individuals may breed as a hobby, or have an animal they just don’t want anymore. Some of them may just want to sell in order to get a different type of animal. Whatever the reason, one of the most important things is that the animal is healthy. You don’t want to take someone’s pet home that may be carrying any type of disease.

When you meet with the current owner of the animal take a look at the area in which it is kept. Make sure the animal has been kept clean. If it’s a newborn, ask to see the parents and look at the habitat they are kept in. The iguana should be free of scratches and scars and should be of quality color. Buying from individuals can be a safe bet as long as you make a good judgment when picking your new iguana.

Buying your iguana through a print classified ad has more than one benefit. When going this route you don’t have to worry about shipping in any way. You don’t have to worry about a dead animal arriving at your door due to improper shipping procedures.

Furthermore, you can be sure your getting what you want because you can actually pick up the one you want and take it home. You also have the benefit of seeing where the animal has lived and in some cases you can see where they have grown.

One more benefit of looking through your local classifieds, you may find that there is a local reptile show that is coming to your area. These will be one of the best places to find a quality bloodline in your new animal.

This method may not work for people in rural areas. If you live in these areas you know there is not going to be these types of ads in your local paper. It’s best in this case to use classifieds that are on the internet. The biggest of the classified ad sites on the web is Craigslist.org. This site is not the only one. You can find hundreds of sites with classifieds on them. You may want to try and find one that is only in your state. This will be a good place to start when taking this route.

No matter what your search brings you take your time to find the iguana you want. Don’t rush into it and know all the facts before purchasing an animal like the iguana.

 

 

 

 

 

Proper Cage For An Iguana

Posted by :Mike On : July 25, 2011
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When people ponder about a cage for an Iguana , unique questions come to mind. More often than not, one of these questions is: Where do I keep it? People then try to find out the elements of an iguana cage. If you are looking to find the best iguana enclosure for your pet, here’s a guide for you:

1) Size – The number one thing you want to know about is how big the iguana cage has to be. A number of people have the misconception that the cage will regulate the size of the iguana. This is far from true. An iguana under ideal circumstances will grow as much as 6 feet long. The iguana’s care and well being are very important to a long and healthy life . This means that you will need to have a big iguana cage in order to accommodate your pet. In fact, some people supply a whole room instead of an iguana cage for their pets!

Of course, if you are not yet ready to supply this space for your iguana, you could decide to postpone until your iguana grows to its full size. But nevertheless, the iguana cage that you supply should be large enough to contain the activities of your iguana. It shouldn’t cramp the animal in any way. If you want to wait until your iguana has grown to full size, you should at the very least prepare and make plans for the time when you are going to need a more suitable iguana cage.

2) Temperature – an iguana is cold blooded. This means that they need to regulate their body temperatures by making use of the habitat. What are the implications of this? This means that you need to supply different temperatures in the cage for iguana .

All of this is so that the iguana can move from different spots to properly regulate its body temperature. You should also try to include a source of heat without the need for light which will be used during the night time.

3) Humidity – iguanas require high levels of humidity to live successfully. They are quite simply dehydrated because of the fact that iguanas are usually not really inclined to drink a good deal. This is because the native habitats of iguanas have high humidity and this keeps them from really being dehydrated. Dehydration can lead to kidney failure. This means that not having sufficient humidity can shorten the life of your iguana.

An additional reason to keep your iguana cage humid is the reality that humidity helps loosen skin. This means that an iguana will have an easier time shedding skin if it is kept in a humid environment. If you want to keep your iguana well balanced, you should provide an iguana cage that has a humidity of 65 to 75 percent of the air.

4) Lighting – iguanas need a source of UVA and UVB light. Of course, the best source that you can make use of is the sun. This does not mean that you should position your iguana cage in a sunlit area. The glass or plastic of iguana cages filter out the UV light much needed by iguanas for production of vitamin D3. This vitamin helps in calcium consumption.

This means that you need to let your iguana bask in direct sunlight as much as possible. This helps in developing strong bones and preventing Metabolic Bone disease which is a very common cause of death among iguanas in captivity.

Other than the sun, your should also include an simulated source of UVA and UVB light. This is in order to make up for days when the sunlight is not enough for your iguana.

Owning An Iguana As a Pet

Posted by :Mike On : July 25, 2011
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Category: Iguana As Pet

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Having an iguana as a pet is great but not as easy as you may think. It all starts with getting your baby iguana…

If there are baby birds , cats or ducks, then there are also baby iguanas. It is in the course of this stage that these iguanas appear their most fragile and need your loving concern the most. In spite of the fact that they appear like they are not difficult to take of in their small appearance, proper precaution safeguard is needed so that they will be healthier in their older years.

Just like any young pet, there are certain standards that you need to supply for your baby iguana. Although they are not as meticulous , you should also consider if these things will be ideal for your iguana. You don’t want them to become sickly and eventually die even before you see them in their full sizes, now do you?

Here are some of the essential factors you need to consider when taking care of your baby iguana.

1. Shelter.

Not just any type of cage for your iguana will do. Despite the fact that it does not matter what kind of material it is made of, you need to take into account what should be inside the cage that the iguana will need.

An example of this is having something in them that will keep your pet warm during the night. Look into carpeting or artificial turf to cover the flooring area of the cage. If you do not have the budget for it, you can go with newspapers because they work just as well.

Considering the fact that iguanas live on trees, you need to set up some branches for your pet to climb on to. Climbing on branches will form part of their entertainment and behaviors. Just make sure that the branches are steady enough to hold their weight in case they elect to lay down on them.

2. Temperature.

Baby iguanas should always be warm in order to remain healthy. Considering the fact that you have no way of telling this just by looking at them, you can place a thermometer inside their cage so you can monitor the changes in the temperature inside the habitat.

Make certain that you sustain a temperature of 70 degrees during the night and 85 degrees in the day. It is also a good idea for the cage for its shelter to be situated near a source of heat. You will see that your pet is prone to have a cozy rest if they stay within reach to that heat being radiated.

Special monitoring of temperature is required during the cold season. Investigate the shelter regularly. You will not want your pet to freeze to death without you being aware.

3. Food intake for your Iguana.

Youngster iguanas need to have a diet that is rich in Vitamin D3, phosphorous and calcium. Large quantity of greens are also needed. You could also give them vegetables and fruits that you yourself are consuming.

Baby iguanas are not used to being fed any kind of food from a human hand. Their current digestive system is not as robust and as flexible as cats or dogs. Know what kind of food they can take and what they are unable to.

Your baby iguana can grow up well balanced and strong just by taking care of them the way you do any kind of pet. If it is absolutely necessary, you can consult a vet that specializes in iguana for things that are far beyond your comprehension. They will be able to give you sound advice regarding your youngster iguana and the things that you need to do.