hello

over feeding can be a negative with tegus

they eat alot already

they basically become fat lap dogs

let them grow at a natural rate is safest on their reproductive organs

hibernation can effect the reds if not done the first two years

i have one that is huge but he is genetically bigger then the others i own

he is fed the same amount as the others

i like to let them get hungry in between feedings

it stimulates them to be active and this gets their systems working

i love watching them come running out to eat in the morning

they are scavengers and are constantly looking for food

my vet has stated that high quality dog food for senior dogs is his recommendation if you are to use dog food

i use tropical fruit mixed with my food for the b&w argentines

and my reds

humidity is key the fruit helps keep them hydrated

along with daily mistings and a soak water dish

i keep mine ouside and have misters and allow them to borrow

no shed problems ever outside

hope this helps

jeff

owner

planet reptiles

10 female reds

6 male reds

3 male black and whites

6 female black and whites

babies of both and on and on with other herps

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