{"product_id":"the-complete-bearded-dragon-care-book-paperback","title":"The Complete Bearded Dragon Care Book By Jacquelyn Elnor Johnson","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmpower yourself with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to raise a thriving reptile companion with \u003cb\u003eThe Complete Bearded Dragon Care Book\u003c\/b\u003e. Written by Jacquelyn Elnor Johnson and beautifully illustrated by Kaitlin Bauer, this comprehensive 182-page hardcover guide serves as an essential manual for new to intermediate keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile central bearded dragons (\u003ci\u003ePogona vitticeps\u003c\/i\u003e) are renowned for their docile, charming, and inquisitive personalities, proper captive husbandry requires precise temperature gradients, specialized lighting, and tailored nutrition. This book clears up common misunderstandings, helping owners recognize body language, set up optimal habitats, and establish smart daily routines to ensure a long, healthy life for their pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Topics \u0026amp; What You'll Learn:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePre-Purchase \u0026amp; Selection:\u003c\/b\u003e How to identify healthy dragons and choose a reputable breeder or source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHabitat \u0026amp; Enclosure Setup:\u003c\/b\u003e Clear, step-by-step guidance on heating, UVB lighting cycles, substrate choices, and cage dimensions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Safe Nutrition:\u003c\/b\u003e Complete overview of proper feeder insects, greens, and supplements—alongside dangerous foods to avoid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Communication:\u003c\/b\u003e Learn what your dragon is trying to tell you through beard flaring, head bobbing, glass surfing, and appetite shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLife Stages \u0026amp; Health Care:\u003c\/b\u003e What to expect from hatchling to senior years, common health issues, and knowing when to consult an exotic veterinarian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMorphs \u0026amp; Community:\u003c\/b\u003e Introduction to morph genetics (Hets, Dunners, etc.) and connecting with the broader reptile enthusiast community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Love It:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThorough \u0026amp; Deep-Dive Coverage:\u003c\/b\u003e At 182 pages, it provides a far more detailed, in-depth reference than basic beginner pamphlets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFriendly \u0026amp; Accessible Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed to be read cover-to-cover or dipped into on a need-to-know basis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFocus on Preventative Care:\u003c\/b\u003e Emphasizes proper husbandry setup from day one to prevent common, avoidable health complications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLightweight Paperback Edition:\u003c\/b\u003e Easy to handle, reference on the go, or keep right by your enclosure setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/b\u003e Adults, teens, older children, prospective owners preparing for their first lizard, and current keepers looking to refine their care standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specs:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jacquelyn Elnor Johnson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Kaitlin Bauer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/b\u003e 182\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.39\" x 8.5\" x 8.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/b\u003e February 16, 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubject:\u003c\/b\u003e Pet Care \/ Reptiles \u0026amp; Amphibians \/ Herpetology \/ Exotic Pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46959547580615,"sku":"9781990291463","price":17.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0791\/8590\/3815\/files\/0nmU4c33Fb9781990291463.webp?v=1786032588","url":"https:\/\/rachelsreptileresource.shop\/products\/the-complete-bearded-dragon-care-book-paperback","provider":"Rachel's Reptile Resource","version":"1.0","type":"link"}