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
