What happens if a bearded dragon is left untreated?
Hopefully, it is not impaction as this can be a very serious and life-threatening problem if left untreated. Bearded dragon impaction occurs when your bearded dragon is not able to “pass” something they’ve eaten. Providing feeders that are too large or contain hard shells Having inadequate tank temps.
When to take your bearded dragon to the vet?
So, if you believe your bearded dragon might be sick, please consult a veterinarian as soon as possible. If your bearded dragon hasn’t had a bowel movement in a couple days or a week, you’ll definitely want to start considering what could be backing them up…
When do bearded dragons start to lose weight?
Please note that your bearded dragon might start brumation. Bearded dragons start brumating during colder months of the year, and can go without eating for up to few months without losing any weight! Brumating bearded dragons mostly sleep, don’t move around much, and don’t eat. Also, bearded dragons start to brumate after reaching 12-18 months old.
How long can you Leave Your bearded dragon home alone?
While we’re not saying to never leave your beardie home alone, what we are saying is that there is a time limit. We’ve left our beardie, Bacardi, home alone for 1-3 days on several occasions. We’re always a little nervous being away from our baby, but she does just fine without us.
How long can you keep a bearded dragon for?
As noted above, one to two days is almost never going to be an issue. You shouldn’t think twice about this and as long as the precautions we list below are taken, you and your bearded dragon should be just fine. Three to four days is stretching it. It’s not something you’ll want to do often, but it’s still considered okay for an adult.
What does it mean when a bearded dragon is lazy?
A bearded dragon acting lethargic could be a serious sign of a possible health issue. If your bearded dragon is just being lazy, don’t be too concerned, but keep a close eye on their behavior for the next few days.
How often can a bearded dragon wake up from a nap?
If brumation is beginning, your bearded dragon can sleep for days or even weeks at a time and its appetite may drastically slow down or even stop. You may be able to wake your bearded dragon up every few days for food and a bath, but each beardie is different.
When to worry about a bearded dragon color change?
If you notice your bearded dragon turning a brighter color, like orange, light brown, or yellow, when they’re warm or appear to be in a good mood, don’t worry about it too much! Now, if you notice your bearded dragon’s color change out of nowhere or come on in a very dramatic fashion, this is when you’ll want to pay attention…
Can a bearded dragon have an upper respiratory infection?
Much like other pets, such as the family cat or dog, your bearded dragon can in fact suffer from an Upper Respiratory Infection (URI). What is an Upper Respiratory Infection Exactly? A URI is a bacterial infection in the lungs that results from excess moisture.
Why do bearded dragons get angry when they change?
Every Bearded Dragon will react differently to change, while some will take it in their stride, while others will feel intimidated and hide and there are also a small number of Bearded Dragons that will actually get angry and aggressive as a means to cope with the change.
How can you tell if your bearded dragon is sick?
Much like people, you can tell A LOT about the overall health of your pet simply by examining your bearded dragon’s eyes. For instance, if your bearded dragon has sunken eyes it could be due to them being dehydrated. If you discover that your bearded dragon is dehydrated, try coaxing them to drink fresh water by placing a bowel in their tank.
Are there bearded dragons that are bothered by noise?
(The Facts) Bearded Dragons have great hearing and use this to their advantage in many situations but are Bearded Dragons actually bothered by noise and many of the sounds they are exposed to in captivity?
Can a bearded dragon be intimidated by a hair dryer?
Once your Bearded Dragon is comfortable with the pets you have in your home you should find that any loud sounds should become less and less intimidating over time. Loud noise from common household machines such as hoovers and hair dryers can cause your Bearded Dragon to be alarmed and intimidated as the sounds are unfamiliar.
What does it mean when bearded dragon bobs its head?
Fast head bobbing is associated with an aggressive act but a slower head movement often means that the Bearded Dragon is trying to show that they are peaceful. Seeing these behaviours in your Bearded Dragon after noise has bothered them will largely depend on the situation and the individual personality of your Dragon.
Is it possible to train a bearded dragon to come to you?
It’s actually possible to train your Bearded Dragon to come to you when you call their name so if you even find yourself in the in this situation outside or in the home then you can simply call their name and they will come running. I’ve detailed the whole process in a step by step format along with other methods of training your Bearded Dragon.
