How to take care of an adult bearded dragon?
Clean and replace with fresh, dechlorinated water, if needed First offer a 1/2 cup – 1 cup of chopped veggie mix sprinkled with calcium supplement Once the veggie mix is eaten, offer 5 – 15 appropriately-sized crickets dusted with calcium supplement Check water bowl for any feces. Clean and replace with fresh, dechlorinated water, if needed
What kind of water do bearded dragons use?
Clean and replace with fresh, dechlorinated water, if needed Check water bowl for any feces. Clean and replace with fresh, dechlorinated water, if needed Check water bowl for any feces.
Why is my bearded dragon losing so much weight?
This bearded dragon suffered from a parasitic infection, leading to a bloated belly, lethargy and significant weight loss. If your bearded dragon is infected with internal parasites, it will be losing weight. With more serious parasitic infections, your bearded dragon might be losing weight rapidly.
Why does my bearded dragon have so much poop?
Your bearded dragon is likely to be suffering from a parasitic infection is poop is extremely smelly and/or runny, or even has some blood in it. Other symptoms of a parasitic infection are lethargy, constipation, refusing to eat and abnormally bloated belly.
Is it bad to keep a bearded dragon fat belly?
The beardie is one of the largest reptiles you can keep indoors, it looks majestic and pretty hard to nourish. However, a bearded dragon fat belly is a concern of many owners. Is it bad, how does it influence your pet’s health?
How often do bearded dragons have bowel movements?
Adult, healthy bearded dragons usually have bowel movements once every one to two days (young bearded dragons more often have bowel movements just once a day). If you notice that your pet has not gone to the bathroom for at least three days or more (especially a week), impaction is most likely the cause.
What happens if bearded dragon does not get enough water?
Dehydration – If your bearded dragon does not receive enough water, its metabolism and digestive system will not work properly in order to break down food. Its colon will be unable to absorb the water it needs to eliminate waste effectively.
What should I do if my bearded dragon is shedding?
If it’s a shedding issue, try giving the bearded dragon a bath in warm water. Let it soak for about 15 – 20 minutes to help loosen the skin. Use a small cup to gently pour water over the bearded dragon’s head to wet the head and face.
