If you are going on an
extended vacation, it is a must to have someone check
in on your lizards from time to time.
In ideal circumstances, this person would have some
knowledge about lizards, or even be an experienced lizard
keeper already. You must get ready and supply a list
of the particulars for your lizard. Even experienced
keepers will not know the specifics for caring for your
own lizards. Leave well detailed instructions,
and go over them with the caretaker before you leave.
It is important to note that not only does your caretaker
need to know about the animal, but the equipment as
well. If something should burn out or fail, there needs
to be replacements (bulbs, etc.) or alternatives available
to them.
Make sure the habitat is not in a location where sunlight
will fall onto it during the daylight hours. This can
cause unwanted overheating.
You can drop the temperature slightly (6 degrees F
to 9 degrees F) to reduce aggressive behaviour and create
a period of decreased activity in your lizards.
This will result in less feedings needed, and less excrement
to be picked up.
Due to the decreased temperature, water will evaporate
more slowly. This means that mistings will need to be
less frequent than usual, but any water dishes still
need to be changed daily. Make sure your keeper is well
aware of this fact, as water is still vitally important
to the continued health of your lizard. |
