One of the most common occurrences many owners face is when their bearded dragon acts lazy or lethargic. This can be a normal behavior during certain times of the year, or can be a sign of a serious health condition for many bearded dragons. We will go over some things to look for when a […]
Bearded Dragon Health Care
Discover solid tactics for providing the best health care for your bearded dragon
Protecting Yourself from Salmonella with Bearded Dragons
Although the chances of you contracting salmonella from your pet bearded dragon is very slim, you, as the owner, should follow a few guidelines to make sure you and your pet stay safe and healthy. Salmonella is a bacteria that can be found in the bearded dragon’s feces. If that contaminated feces is handled improperly […]
Common Causes of Death for Bearded Dragons
Common causes of death for bearded dragons can occur, even with a lifespan of fifteen to twenty years in captivity. Even with this long life span, bearded dragons can get an illness or disease that can eventually lead to death. The best way to prevent your bearded dragon from becoming ill is to practice good sanitary habits […]
6 Signs of Stress for a Bearded Dragon
Although bearded dragons cannot tell us what’s wrong, they can exhibit tell-tale signs for many ailments. Signs of stress for a bearded dragon can be displayed in many ways. It’s up to us as their owner to be able to read these signs to figure out what might be wrong. Of course, any time your […]
4 Ways to Protect Your Bearded Dragon from Burns
One of the most common injuries to a pet bearded dragon is burns. Burns typically come from the artificial heat sources needed to keep the lizard home in its environment. Although supply proper heat is important for the bearded dragons health, there is a danger of it getting burns from the heat sources. Here are […]
Bearded Dragon Impaction: What Is Impaction? (And How To Prevent It)
Bearded dragon impaction is a very serious condition. The bad news is impaction can be fatal in many cases for bearded dragons. The good news is impaction is preventable with good housekeeping and excellent environmental conditions. Continue reading to learn more about impaction and techniques for preventing it. What Is Bearded Dragon Impaction? Unfortunately, impaction […]
How to Prevent Metabolic Bone Disease
Metabolic bone disease is a very serious condition which affects the skeletal system of bearded dragons. Metabolic bone disease is due to an improper balance of key electrolytes, such as calcium and phosphorus. Read more below to learn how to prevent Metabolic Bone Disease in bearded dragons. Metabolic Bone Disease, or MBD, is a very […]
14 Signs of an Unhealthy Bearded Dragon
Bearded dragons are very robust creatures, but are still prone to health issues just like us humans. It is very important as their caregiver to pay attention to any signs of possible illness or disease. To help stay on top of your bearded dragon’s health, here are 14 signs of an unhealthy bearded dragon. Bearded […]