Emaciated Bearded Dragon

Dead Bearded Dragon

That would be my guess, yes! Shedding is a delicate process that can cause some stress in the lizard. It is when they are most vulnerable, so being held is perhaps a bit of an unsettling feeling. In terms of handling I would suggest you wait till the end of the shedding process and then attempt to touch the animal little by little and not during feeding time.

Dead Bearded Dragon

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You should also be sure to install heating pads to mimic the bearded dragon's natural environment. This will keep the temperature more comfortable and allow your beardie to stay active without feeling cold. If you have a large bearded dragon, consider getting an automatic feeder to take care of him while you're not home.

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Always be sure to wash your hands before and after handling your dragon. This helps prevent the spread of most bacteria such as Salmonella. Beardies are very docile towards people. Although they may run away when you try to grab them initially, they tolerate handling very well and may even be content to hang out on your shoulder.

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Can Bearded Dragons Eat Crested Gecko Food

Can Bearded Dragons Eat Crested Gecko Food

Bearded Dragons (Complete Pet Owner’s Guide) provides step-by-step direction on the proper husbandry of bearded dragons, contains many helpful sidebars, and is filled with beautiful full-color images. This definitive guide will help the novice bearded dragon owner gain all the knowledge needed in order to become an expert in no time.

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We have compiled our very own care sheet to provide helpful information in order to give you the best tools needed to care for your bearded dragon. The information included in our care sheet comes from over 15 years of bearded dragon husbandry experience.

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Hatchling Bearded Dragon Care
Hatchling Bearded Dragon Care

What Vegetables Do Bearded Dragons Eat Bearded dragons are omnivores that thrive on a varied diet, and a healthy diet is a vital part of a dragon's well-being. A diet rich in fresh produce should comprise seventy-five to eighty percent of an adult dragon's diet. Juveniles should be fed a daily salad.

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Some vegetables should be kept separate from their meat and bones. For instance, the leafy green watercress is high in calcium and other vitamins. It also contains a small amount of iron and manganese. It also contains antioxidants that prevent inflammation. However, it should only be fed in moderation as it contains oxalates and other chemicals that affect absorption. Also, it should not be fed to a bearded dragon if he or she has a calcium deficiency.

Emaciated Bearded Dragon
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