The main thing to think about before you start pampering your new pet reptile with reptile accessories is where he is actually going to live.

The first thing to do is to take on board all the information about your chosen reptile friend. It is paramount to remember that you can’t just bring him home in a cardboard box like you would if you were purchasing a cute kitten.

You will need a terrarium or a vivarium and you will have to make sure it is large enough. The size and model of the home you are going to choose rather depends on the size and breed of your pet reptile.

On a serious note, at Rocket Pets we advise all new pet owners to make sure of the measurements of their chosen reptile. It will be frustrating and costly to find you have purchased a tank that is too small, as it would then become essential to buy a larger one as soon as possible.

However, once you have purchased your tank you are going to need those important reptile accessories, such as light bulbs, heaters, water falls and of course your pet reptile’s food and treats.

Once you have set up your pet reptile’s new home, it is essential that you monitor the tank temperature. A thermometer and a humidity gauge are important reptile accessories used to keep your pet healthy.

Feeding your pet commercially prepared food is recommended, with a few treats on certain special occasions.

Our experts are more than happy to answer any questions on any of our pet products.