The 6 Best Bearded Dragon Books
If you’re new to bearded dragon care, the best thing to do is read a few books. There are lots of them around in paperback or eBook versions.
We’ve put some brief book reviews together for you. Have a read through to find the right book for you.
1. Bearded Dragon Care
If you’re considering getting a bearded dragon for the first time but you’re not quite sure, then this is one of the best books for you.
Its also only 170 pages long, so it is ideal if you haven’t got a lot of time.
The book helps you consider step 1 of dragon care and is perfect for the beginner. The language is really simple and conversational, so you won’t be overwhelmed.
The book is broken down into easy to read chapters so you can skip to the bits that you need to know more about. And it’s great for children if they’re considering their first pet.
The book doesn’t contain many pictures, but it’s packed full of information, front to back and is a one-stop shop to get you up and running with your first bearded dragon.
2. The Bearded Dragon Manual
So, you’ve got your bearded dragon all settled in their new home. You know you’ve got the basic care down and you know what you’re doing…
It’s going great. But you want to delve a little bit deeper into the world of bearded dragons…
If this all sounds like you, then this is the best of bearded dragon books for you.
This isn’t a book for a beginner, but more for the type of person wanting to know more about the species.
The author, Philippe De Vosjoil, is incredibly knowledgeable and the book is really detailed. Plus, it contains information and articles written by other experts in the field too.
Altogether, it contains 224 pages, so it’s one of the longer books in this selection, but it’s worth it. It’ll answer any questions you have around:
- How to create a comfortable habitat
- What do the different behaviors mean
- How to recognise signs of bad health
3. Bearded Dragons (Complete Herp Care)
For beginners, this is one of the best bearded dragon books available. But equally it is suited to the more advanced reader too.
It talks through the basic topics like:
- Grooming
- Handling
- Habitat Setup
And then moves on to more advanced topics like breeding.
The style of writing is really easy to read, even if you’re just starting out, so you won’t be confused by the jargon.
The author, Philip Purser, is an experienced bearded dragon carer, so you can be confident that you’re getting the best, up to date knowledge.
Inside the book is interesting and eye-catching. It also has amazing colorful pictures to help describe the different types of care, which is really helpful.
The book is 128 pages long, so it’s not one of those long, tiring books that you dread reading. You can go cover to cover within a few hours.
It’s also available in paperback and eBook versions so it’s great if you’re wanting to read on the move.
4. Bearded Dragons by Lance Jepson
This is an amazing little reference guide to top up your knowledge. The author, Lance Jepson, is an exotic vet.
Throughout the 192 pages, he’ll clear up any concerns you might have about your bearded dragon.
Written by an exotic vet, you can be sure the information provided is really what’s best for your bearded dragon’s health.
The book assumes that you already have a bearded dragon as a pet and aims to clear up any concerns you might have about their care.
It talks about health issues and how to spot them and discusses preventative measures for common bearded dragon ailments including:
- Impaction
- Tail Rot
- Mouth Rot
The book is also filled with amazing bearded dragon images referencing different colors and the different types of bearded dragons.
If you’re really interested in giving your bearded dragon the best life, then I’m sure you’ll love it!
5. Bearded Dragons (Animal Planet)
The Animal Planet books are all great. This one, in particular, is amazing for children and adults alike.
It only comes in hardback or paperback versions, but it has so many beautiful pictures inside, that an eBook may be a waste anyway.
It has some amazing facts about bearded dragon care and how to get the most out of your new pet. The language used is easy for a beginner to understand, with no jargon at all.
The book talks about:
- Handling
- Heating
- Lighting
- Feeding
- Nutrition
It’s perfect for any beginner as it gives you all of the basic information that you need to know to get started.
It doesn’t go into more advanced care though, leaving out topics such as breeding, so make sure the topics included are what you need.
6. The Pet Owner’s Guide to the Bearded Dragon
This book is from a series of books that talk about pet care across every different type of pet that you can think of.
It’s a selection of comprehensive chapters that look into everything you could possibly think of to do with bearded dragon care.
The book references:
- Feeding
- Exercise
- Lighting
- Tank Setup
It provides answers to frequently asked questions and presents the information in a fun and exciting way.
It’s perfect for a new bearded dragon owner, as it takes you on a journey through establishing a care routine.
It really considers how daunting having a new type of pet can be and is really thoughtful in clearing up any concerns that you might have.
Summary
So, those are just a few bearded dragon books to get you started. We hope you enjoy reading through the list and learning all there is to know about bearded dragons.
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I was just 15 years of age when I first met a bearded dragon. It was at my friend's house and I instantly grew an immediate attraction to, what has now become, my favourite animal on the planet! Making fantastic pets for both children and adults alike, they each have their own personality and are certainly full of character. There are, though, some important things that we should all know when it comes to caring for these amazing animals!