Everything pet parents need for reptiles

Caring for reptiles can be a bit more involved than caring for other pets, but scaly creatures need love too. Reptiles are exotic pets, and ancestors of species that have walked the Earth for millions of years. Most reptiles are carnivores, meaning they prefer to hunt and eat live food—though some will also eat plants. And since reptiles are cold-blooded, they require heat sources to stay warm. Here’s everything you need to know about the basics of caring for your pet reptile.