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Reptile Sand

Reptile sand and gravel is an important part to providing an ideal habitat for your pet. There are plenty of options at Petco for different species.

For arid species—such as leopard geckos and bearded dragons—reptile sand may be a substrate of choice to aid in heat absorption and natural digging behavior. This sand is specifically formulated with your reptile in mind and made of ultra-fine, non-toxic sand to reduce risk of impaction with accidental ingestion. Calcium sand can include added vitamins and minerals that benefit your scaley friend if ingested. Available in a variety of colors, add a personal and creative touch to your pet's home.

Reptile gravel is a preference in many aquatic turtle habitats. Use larger rocks, specifically for turtles to help avoid a choking hazard in case your turtle attempts to eat small pieces of gravel. Turtle gravel can add a natural look to your pet's environment and also aids in creating landscapes and basking areas for your turtle. These rocks come in an assortment of sizes and colors.

Whether you need reptile sand, gravel or both, your neighborhood Petco Pet Care Center and online at petco.com has a vast selection for you to choose from.

FAQs About Reptile Sand

Sand developed specifically for reptiles is safe to use for desert species when proper husbandry is provided. These sands are ultra fine to help prevent impaction from over-consumption, and many are fortified with vitamins and minerals for increased health benefits if accidentally ingested.

While gravel or a rock substrate may be used in your aquatic turtle setup, typically fish gravel is not appropriate as it is small enough for the turtle to accidentally ingest it. Rocks in your turtle's habitat should be large enough to prevent them from attempting to eat or swallow them.

This will vary based on your reptile and the size of your habitat. Sand substrate can be spot cleaned and changed every one to two weeks as needed. Gravel in aquatic terrariums should be vacuumed to remove debris, but does not need to be replaced.

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