Things to Consider Before Adopting an Iguana

When you have decided to adopt an Iguana, opt for an adult one instead of having a baby Iguana and be the one to care for it until it becomes an adult. However, you have to be fully knowledgeable on how to care for Iguanas because it would be difficult for you to have one if you are a newbie. Experience is a must.

Finding Iguana to Adopt

Iguanas are rare pets thus it is difficult to find unlike dogs and cats which are very common and easier to have. But for Iguanas, it takes time because you need to locate Iguana pet owners. However if you live in big cities or near it, looking for one is not so much a task as there are pet owners who may allow their pet for adoption. This is to get rid of the responsibility in taking care of an Iguana that they cannot after all provide their pet. This should be a lesson to all of those who want to venture in Iguana as a pet as it needs skill, knowledge, and responsibility to do so. Nevertheless, for those who are really decided, here are a few tips to remember.

1. Space for your Iguana pet

Iguanas can grow big to reach until 5 to 6 feet. This means that a good space for this kind of pet is needed. Iguanas cannot be allowed to just roam in your house like any other pets more so during winter time. They need a cage or enclosure where you can provide heat and humidity they need to stay alive and healthy.

2. Consider your patience for this kind of pet

Iguanas are challenging pets as they need much care. Tasks like feeding, bathing and setting their cage to as near as their natural habitat and providing enough heat to it requires lot of care and patience from an Iguana pet owner. Washing them or spraying them with water may take your time if you are busy.

3. Consider the Enjoyment you Derive having an Iguana

Having other pets like a dog is worthwhile as it responds to the petting and caring given him. He has the personality to welcome you happily if you were gone for a while. They are more than thankful if fed thus even a person who is not a dog lover may seem to love dogs. However, for Iguanas as pets, it is the opposite as they do not have the same disposition. They will not do what the dogs can do when you are home. Thus, keeping an iguana is for those who understand their personality to enjoy them.

If all considerations are taken as positive, then you can have your iguana at home but be sure to give all what it take as an iguana keeper.

Timothy Augst finds iguanas interesting and has been a pet enthusiast for some years.

If you are looking for some more information on Iguana Adoption, My Pet Iguana offers more information on their Iguana Adoption page.