Considering a Pet Iguana - Know What to Expect

If you are thinking of getting a Iguana as a indoor pet you might want to know all of what to expect from them. They are by far unlike other indoor pets that you might come across. They are nothing like a pet fish, hamster, dog, nor a cat. Warning: Mostly all Iguana's are infected with salmonella bacteria this type of infection is not good so when cleaning your Iguana's living area or handling your Iguana always have gloves, note that this type of pet is not recommended for children at all. If this infection is ingested by humans it can cause serious health problems so be very aware of this matter. If you have a weak immune system you will also not want to have a Iguana as a pet.

Iguana's need extreme care it is best to buy pet Iguana's when they are still babies so they will grow to know you. Already grown Iguana may be prone to attack other pets that are larger then that are including humans when that are already grown so it would be in best interest for you to buy them when they are younger.
The size of an adult pet Iguana will max out around five to six feet and they can weigh between 15 to 20 pounds. They need special lighting so do know that before purchasing one ultra violet light is what's required they also love to climb so getting rocks and branches are great idea's for it's play time.

A all glass aquarium will be needed for your pet living arrangements also know that as your Iguana grows which will be very rapidly that you will have to come up with other plans as far as where it will be living because it can't reside in an aquarium for the entire life span because of it's size. Building a enclosed housing area in a corner in your home would be ideal for your pet.

A good thing about Iguana's is that they can eat mostly of what you eat and if your iguana is an adult then you can feed it about 3 to 4 times a week, but if you have a baby Iguana they need to be given food daily as well as water. You should feed your Iguana mostly green veggies like mustard greens, collards, turnip greens, peas and other rich veggies. Your Iguana can also eat fruits like pears, banana's, and berries occasionally.

If you don't mind taking care of your pet daily meaning cleaning after it, and changing the water daily, feeding, and making sure that it is getting the proper temperature which should average around 85 to 90 degrees, and being extra careful when handing it then you should consider a Iguana as your pet. You can expect for your iguana mostly to lounge around so don't look for to much activity they will defend themselves by mostly tail lashing, but will bite and scratch just a warning. Overall your Iguana want get ill alot, and should go to the vet only when needed for a regular check up.