~Contest Ended~ Giveaway – Bearded Dragon Starter Kit from PETCO *Ends 7/31*

By
Jenny
 – July 16, 2010Posted in: Previous Giveaways

reptile rallyWe all know Moms are the ultimate decision makers when it comes to many things in the household (even though Dad may not want to admit it). This includes whether or not Junior (or Juniorette) gets a reptile as a pet. A lot of reptiles have a bad rap, not to mention most Moms (and Dads!) are nervous about caring for reptiles and wonder about the overall value of reptile ownership. But – hey Mom! – what if you knew more about reptiles and how they can make awesome pets – and maybe, just maybe, they’re not as creepy as you think?

On Saturday, July 17, 2010, PETCO stores nationwide will be holding Reptile Rally events! The events will be chock full of meet and greets with favorite creatures, a “how to” seminar, feeding time, and the opportunity to ask reptile specialists all the necessary questions to ensure when you DO let Junior bring home that harmless pet snake, it doesn’t end up in your bathtub with you one day! Make sure you take these coupons with you to save BIG!

petco ~Contest Ended~ Giveaway – Bearded Dragon Starter Kit from PETCO *Ends 7/31*For more information on the Reptile Rally events and to find a location near you, please visit www.petco.com/reptile. Make it a fun-filled day with the kids!

Lots of “experts” have created lists about which reptiles make the best pets for kids. But PETCO has taken a look at it from Mom’s point-of-view. What follows is a list of the most popular Mom-approved pets and no, turtles are not included because that’s the easy way out!

Leopard Gecko – Mom Buzz Words: New Designer Colors
This reptile is considered to be the ideal lizard for beginners. These cute little terrestrials are smaller size, which makes it a cinch to meet their housing needs. A standard 10 gallon aquarium can maintain one or two adults for life, especially if they receive plenty of handling attention as exercise. Leopard geckos are also the lizards that show the most variety in color and pattern, with new designer morphs debuting each year to pique your interest.

Bearded Dragon – Mom Buzz Words: Fine Wine; Vintage
A finer pet reptile is hard to find. Their adult size of 16 to 18 inches is ideal, their disposition is placid, their care needs are simple and their looks are perfectly prehistoric. New color varieties are emerging yearly as well! Diet is a combination of fresh fruits and veggies (well, and insects of course), but you get the idea.

Corn Snake – Mom Buzz Words: Ms. Popular
These popular pets are named for the patterning of their belly scales that resemble maize, and ancestor of modern day corn. Corn snakes come in a wide variety of colors, are beauties, docile and easy to care for.

Ball Python – Mom Buzz Word: Cleopatra
Ball pythons (also called royal pythons) are named for their habit of curling themselves up into a tight ball with their heads pulled firmly into the center when they are nervous (see, Mom – it doesn’t mean they’re about to attack). The name royal python is based in part on the story that Cleopatra supposedly wore the snake around her wrist. They’re smaller, usually quite docile and again, easy to care for.

Win it!
Thanks to PETCO, one Freebie Spot reader will win an awesome Bearded Dragon Starter Kit, a $179.99 value! This kit comes with everything you need to get started with a Bearded Dragon. Check out what’s included in this kit (I want one!!):

  • 20 gallon (long) terrarium
  • 12” terrarium light hood
  • ReptiSun 5.0 UVB compact fluorescent lamp
  • 5.5” clamp lamp
  • ReptiTherm under tank heater
  • Basking spot lamp
  • 10 lb. orange VitaSand
  • Reptile thermometer
  • Food & water dish
  • Bearded Dragon care book
  • Food sample
  • Repti calcium sample

Bearded Dragon Starter Kit

How to Enter!
The first and mandatory method of entry is to tell me which of the Mom-friendly pets listed above is your favorite. That’s it! Be sure your email address is visible (either in your comment or on Google Friend Connect) otherwise I will have to choose another winner.

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This giveaway ends Saturday, July 31, 2010, at 11:59pm EST. This giveaway is open to US residents only – Sorry! Be sure to enter a valid email address otherwise I won’t be able to contact you if you are the winner. Winner will be chosen via a random number generator. If the winner does not contact me within 48 hours, a new winner will be chosen.  Good luck!

Disclosure:  PETCO is providing a Bearded Dragon Starter Kit for a giveaway. I received no compensation for this post. The opinions I have expressed are completely my own. View my official Disclosure Policy.

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