Avoid kitty litter, cedar chips, sand and materials that cannot be easily cleaned. Natural tree limbs should be available for basking and climbing. A healthy young iguana will need to be fed daily whereas an adult iguana should be fed every other day. All meals should contain a finely chopped variety of green vegetables, legumes and fruits. You can also offer crickets and flowers as occasional treats.
Most medical problems relate to poor husbandry and malnutrition.
Deficiency of calcium, ultraviolet light and vitamin D3 are major causes of rickets. For the most part, parasites can make iguanas lethargic and unresponsive. Salmonella has been known to be transmitted to humans by the handling of infected iguanas. It is essential that you have your reptile examined by a veterinarian at least once a year to ensure a healthy pet.