For reptile owners, there are many options available to provide a reptile with it’s proper lighting and heating needs, and the challenge is to put together a system that both fits the needs of the animal and the owner’s budget. Light is important because it helps to regulate the pet’s sleep cycle and mating habits and helps maintain the health of the animal. Heat is important since it helps to maintain the reptile’s body temperature and aids digestion. Prior to purchasing a new pet, it would be smart to read up on the animal’s specific needs, since they are all different. Check the library or helpful guides on the internet, ask questions at the pet store and try to get everything ready before you bring your new friend home. Exotic reptiles and amphibians come from all over the world and re-creating their specific environment is important and sometimes challenging. The goal is to get everything just right, which will lead to a long, healthy life with few vet bills. And, with a little planning and forethought, a healthy habitat can be achieved. Along with good food and proper husbandry, adequate light and heat are essential to your pet’s health. so before you run out and get a reptile, do your research, you cant treat a bearded dragon the same way as a gecko just because there both reptiles, likewise with other animals, you have different needs for a dog as you do hamsters.
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