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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 1
  • Glossary of Reptile Terms 4
  • Chapter One: Getting to Know Dwarf Caimans 19
  • Facts about Dwarf Caimans 20
  • Different Breeds of Dwarf Caimans 23
  • History of Dwarf Caimans 26
  • Quick Facts 27
  • Chapter Two: Dwarf Caiman Requirements 29
  • Legal Requirements 30
  • CITES Laws for Dwarf Caiman Croc 30
  • Dwarf Caimans and Other Pets 34
  • Ease and Cost of Care 35
  • Overall Costs 35
  • Pros and Cons of Dwarf Caimans 40
  • Chapter Three: Tips in Buying Dwarf Caimans 43
  • Where to Purchase a Dwarf Caiman? 44
  • Choosing a Reputable Dwarf Caiman Breeder 48
  • List of Breeders and Rescue Websites 51
  • Selecting a Healthy Dwarf Caiman 54
  • Chapter Four: Habitat for Your Dwarf Caimans 57
  • Habitat Requirements for Dwarf Caiman 58
  • Ideal Habitat for Dwarf Caimans 59
  • Cage Setup Guidelines 63
  • Things to Avoid Inside the Cage 65
  • Chapter Five: Feeding Your Dwarf Caimans 67
  • Nutritional Needs of Dwarf Caimans 68
  • Gut – load 70
  • Feeding Tips 74
  • Chapter Six: Dwarf Caiman Husbandry 77
  • Chapter Seven: Handling Your Dwarf Caiman 81
  • Basics in Handling Your Dwarf Caiman 82
  • Chapter Eight: Breeding 89
  • Breeding Your Dwarf Caiman 89
  • Breeding Basics 90
  • Nesting Baby Dwarf Caimans 92
  • Chapter Nine: Keeping Your Dwarf Caiman Healthy 95
  • Common Health Problems 96
  • Dwarf Caiman Care Sheet 105
  • Basic Information 106
  • Habitat Requirements 107
  • Nutritional Needs 108
  • Breeding Information 109
  • Index 111
  • Photo Credits 117
  • References 119

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