Do bearded dragons need to be hand fed?

Since bearded dragons have such a tame demeanor, it is usually very easy to feed it as long as its in good health. Many times bearded dragons will eat right from your hand, or a bowl, similar to the way a dog will. It is best to get your bearded dragon into a feeding routine.

Why do bearded dragons get lethargic?

Laziness or lethargy in bearded dragon is always a sign for sickness or faulty housing conditions. Temperatures that are too low can cause lethargy in bearded dragons while overfeeding and feeding the wrong food can cause laziness in bearded dragons. So as you see, a bearded dragon can be lazy or it can be lethargic.

How do you force a bearded dragon to drink?

To get your bearded dragon to drink water try making the water move and perhaps putting a droplet of water on its snout. You could also try squirting a water sprayer directly into the bowl. It may take hours, days or weeks to encourage your bearded dragon to drink from a bowl, some may never do it.

Why does a bearded dragon get lazy and lethargic?

A bearded dragon acts lazy or lethargic if the temperatures are not adequate enough. Low temperatures can cause a loss of appetite and activity levels can drop. Make sure to use high quality thermometers at each end of the terrarium (one in the basking area and one in the cooler area) so you can monitor temperatures.

Why does a bearded dragon not eat after a meal?

Because of their cold-blooded nature, many dragons won’t eat until they are warm enough, and post meal their lights should be kept on for around 2 hours, to ensure successful digestion. A lack of correct lighting can also cause feeding issues. Bearded dragons need both UVA and UVB lighting for around 10-12 hours everyday.

What happens when the temperature of a bearded dragon goes down?

Low temperatures can cause a loss of appetite and activity levels can drop. Make sure to use high quality thermometers at each end of the terrarium (one in the basking area and one in the cooler area) so you can monitor temperatures. For more information on proper temperatures depending on the age of the bearded dragon please read our Care Sheet.

What kind of day does a bearded dragon have?

Bearded dragons are active lizards and they spend their days walking around the tank, eating or hunting for food, climbing, basking and generally exploring. But sometimes, your bearded dragon might become lethargic due to different reasons.

What are the symptoms of a sick bearded dragon?

Symptoms of a sick Bearded dragon. Partial or complete anorexia (lack of appetite) Weight loss & poor body condition. Diarrhoea (abnormal or runny faeces and / or cloacal soiling) Lumps, bumps, sores & abrasions on the skin. Dehydration (wrinkled skin & sunken eyes) Paralysis or lameness of the limbs or tail.

Why is my bearded dragon not eating or moving?

If your bearded dragon is not eating, they might be suffering from impaction. This isn’t something that many new owners are familiar with, so let’s explain it for a second. Impaction is a buildup in the gut or intestines that can’t be moved by normal digestive or colon contractions.

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.

Are bearded deagons nocturnal?

The truth is that bearded dragons are not nocturnal . They are, in fact, diurnal which means they are active during the day. This means you can expect your bearded dragon to be as awake as you are in the daylight hours.