Why Bearded Dragons stop eating?

Bearded dragons can also stop eating if they are in a tank that does not have enough hiding spots or is too small. If their tank is setup correctly, one of the best ways to get bearded dragons to eat is to feed them treats.

How often to feed a bearded dragon at any age?

For babies under 3 months, aim to feed them 5 times a day. Babies 3-6 months should be fed 3-4 times a day, while those six months old should be fed 3 times a day, working their way down to 2 times a day as they approach a year of age. On a personal note, I remember many moons ago having my first bearded dragon how lost I was!

What are the signs of an unhealthy bearded dragon?

Soft or runny stool could be a sign that your bearded dragon has a possible internal parasite or an inadequate diet. Feeding a bearded dragon lettuce can cause a runny stool and cause malnutrition. A yellow tinged urate (the end of the poop that is usually white) can be a sign of dehydration.

How old do bearded dragons have to be to breed?

Have your veterinarian check your bearded dragons’ ages, lengths, and weights. For optimal breeding, the male should be at least 18 months old and the female should be at least 24 months old. They should both be at least 18 inches in length from snout to tail. The female should weigh at least 350 grams. Supplement your female bearded dragon’s diet.

Is it normal for bearded dragon to open its mouth?

It can be very common for the bearded dragon to open its mouth while on the basking perch for short periods of time. This is a way to cool off while directly under the basking bulb. This behavior is very similar to the way a dog pants to cool off and completely normal. If slack jaw is suspected seek a reptile veterinarian immediately.

What can I Feed my baby bearded dragon?

Feed your bearded dragon veggies. Like many human children, baby bearded dragons don’t eat many veggies. Young dragons eat a diet consisting of around 80-percent insects and 20-percent fruits and vegetables.

What (not) to feed my bearded dragon?

Avocados and rhubarb are toxic and should not be a part of your bearded dragon diet. It is also advised not to feed lettuce to your bearded dragon because it lacks any real nutritional value. Lettuce contains a high proportion of water, feeding it to bearded dragon can cause different problems such as diarrhea.

Can you feed your bearded dragon baby food?

A baby bearded dragon feeding to do be done more often as they need more fats and protein from the food for rapid growth. They should be fed least 2 to 3 times a day. The main concern in feeding baby bearded dragon is the food size, especially insects such as crickets.

Can baby bearded dragons eat mealworms?

Mealworms can be a tasty treat for your bearded dragon. Once beardies reach the juvenile stage (five to 18 months), they can safely eat mealworms. Still, these insects should form only a very small part of your beardie’s diet.

Why bearded dragons stop eating?

Bearded dragons can also stop eating if they are in a tank that does not have enough hiding spots or is too small. If their tank is setup correctly, one of the best ways to get bearded dragons to eat is to feed them treats.

What to do when dragons refuse to eat?

During this time their activity will be minimal as well as their eating and some dragons will refuse food altogether which is fine. Make food and water available to them so if they want to eat they can but do not force feed them just let them move naturally through their brumation period.

Why does my bearded dragon not drink water?

Double strands of saliva are one sign of dehydration in bearded dragons. This bearded dragon needs a drink. If your bearded dragon isn’t being given water, chances are it is dehydrated. Signs of dehydration include: the saliva tackiness, double strands forming when the mouth opens.

Why does a baby dragon eat so much?

For the most part, though, make food and water available to your dragon but don’t try to force feed, just offer the food and if they eat it, great if not, take it away and offer again later on. Baby and juvenile dragons will eat frequently and have a larger appetite because they are inside a growth phase which requires a lot of nutrients.

When do you feed a Chinese water dragon?

Chinese water dragons should be fed during the daytime. Put food on a dish so the dragon doesn’t accidentally eat its bedding. Remove any uneaten food and clean the dish after feeding. Chinese water dragons will drink from a large, shallow dish and soak in the water to maintain hydration. Remember to clean and refill your pet’s water dish daily.

Why is my Chinese water dragon not eating?

In general, a Chinese water dragon might be not eating if tank temperatures are too low or high, humidity is too low, when it’s impacted, is suffering from stress or illness, is a picky eater and more. If your Chinese water dragon is not eating, it could be caused by low cage temperatures.

During this time their activity will be minimal as well as their eating and some dragons will refuse food altogether which is fine. Make food and water available to them so if they want to eat they can but do not force feed them just let them move naturally through their brumation period.

For the most part, though, make food and water available to your dragon but don’t try to force feed, just offer the food and if they eat it, great if not, take it away and offer again later on. Baby and juvenile dragons will eat frequently and have a larger appetite because they are inside a growth phase which requires a lot of nutrients.

How often should you feed a Chinese water dragon?

When feeding a Chinese water dragon, offer as much as it can eat. To prevent obesity, limit higher fatty bugs and any whole prey. Feed adults every 2-3 days, but if you feed daily, split the normal portion to prevent obesity. With time, you will learn how much your dragon normally eats.