10/22/2026
🦎 Happy Reptile Awareness Day! 🐍💛
Reptiles may have scales instead of fur, but they deserve the same thoughtful, proactive care as any other pet!
From snakes and geckos to lizards and other reptile friends, proper nutrition, temperature, lighting, habitat, and routine veterinary care all play an important role in keeping them healthy.
💛 A few reptile care reminders:
🦎 Provide the correct temperature and humidity for your species
☀️ Make sure UVB lighting is appropriate and replaced as recommended
🥬 Feed a balanced, species-specific diet with proper supplementation
👀 Watch for subtle changes in appetite, shedding, activity, or appearance
🩺 Schedule regular wellness exams—reptiles can hide signs of illness until a problem becomes more serious
At BarburVet, we provide veterinary care for reptiles and other exotic pets. We love helping these unique companions live healthy lives!
Have a reptile at home? Share a photo with us—we’d love to see your scaly family members! 💛