Hi everyone,

I'm interested in possibly getting a beardie sometime this summer and just have a few questions for those who keep them. Have done a bit of reading on the net, but finding some conflicting views on certain things on there. So just hoping someone would be able to help

1) What kind of substrates is everyone using? And is it ok to keep juvenile beardies on reptile sand? (Some sites say yes, others say no, but I haven;t come across a reason why in my travels).

2) Would a 1m x 440 x 570mm h tank be ok to keep the dragon in?

3) and perhaps most importantly...Do beardies smell at all? (The tank would be in my bedroom!) I would of course be extremely vigilant about food and poo removal... just don't want a stinky bedroom, lol :lol:

That's all I have for now... but expect more questions from me in the near futre :lol: If anyone has any general advice on beardie keeping as well or can point me to some good sites, it'd be greatly appreciated.

1) What kind of substrates is everyone using? And is it ok to keep juvenile beardies on reptile sand? (Some sites say yes, others say no, but I haven;t come across a reason why in my travels).

2) Would a 1m x 440 x 570mm h tank be ok to keep the dragon in?

3) and perhaps most importantly...Do beardies smell at all? (The tank would be in my bedroom!) I would of course be extremely vigilant about food and poo removal... just don't want a stinky bedroom, lol :lol:

1. People use things like news paper/tiles/sand anything the young ones cant eat. Sometimes the young eat sand and it messes them up inside, so thats why

2. Dno lol, for a short period yes....depends on growth rate and how big it is currently(but im a not a expert)

3. If you keep the tank clean(pick up poo and things) they shouldn't smell

My 2c

hans is right

run ours on astroturf, 2 pieces, you can then change them weekly and hose off the old one

can smell if you don't keep them clean

Astroturf is the "grass" stuff they use on Tennis courts right? Where do you buy it from?

landscape supplies, the warehouse or mitre 10

2 types, 1 is rough the other a bit smoother

if you are cutting it, tape and sew the edges or melt them with a lighter gets rid of the straggly bits that can get tangled on beardies

1. People use things like news paper/tiles/sand anything the young ones cant eat. Sometimes the young eat sand and it messes them up inside, so thats why

2. Dno lol, for a short period yes....depends on growth rate and how big it is currently(but im a not a expert)

3. If you keep the tank clean(pick up poo and things) they shouldn't smell

My 2c[/qu

Keep on paper for first 4-5 months then use builders sand or my fav. is grit from stone and water world auckland- see pics thread under reptiles- this is grit. It comes in green, charcoal and coffee. And they can freight. Tank size below needs 3 bags.

That size tank cool for baby but adult needs larger. I use 5ft by 2 ft by 2ft and this is good as you can keep 2 in it if you want to later.

They do not smell and droppings are easy to clean out- esp off grit. Best thing to sue is a kitty litter scoop as it leaves the sand and scoops the poo.

Hope this helps.

hans is right

run ours on astroturf, 2 pieces, you can then change them weekly and hose off the old one

can smell if you don't keep them clean

Also do not use sand that has salt in it, causes problems so if the garden centre can not tell you then steer clear- or taste it

Hi everyone,

I'm interested in possibly getting a beardie sometime this summer and just have a few questions for those who keep them. Have done a bit of reading on the net, but finding some conflicting views on certain things on there. So just hoping someone would be able to help

1) What kind of substrates is everyone using? And is it ok to keep juvenile beardies on reptile sand? (Some sites say yes, others say no, but I haven;t come across a reason why in my travels).

2) Would a 1m x 440 x 570mm h tank be ok to keep the dragon in?

3) and perhaps most importantly...Do beardies smell at all? (The tank would be in my bedroom!) I would of course be extremely vigilant about food and poo removal... just don't want a stinky bedroom, lol :lol:

That's all I have for now... but expect more questions from me in the near futre :lol: If anyone has any general advice on beardie keeping as well or can point me to some good sites, it'd be greatly appreciated.

www.aussiepythons.com is the best site, just be aware there are heaps of different opinions and what works for one person may not work for you....best thing is to play it safe until you have more experience, and beardies are a great starting point :lol:

Thanks guys Love how everyone on this site is so helpful. Looking forward to the day I (eventually) get my beardie! :bounce: