New PetHelp my bearded dragon is looking too slim and not eating much. His skin is lose and wrinkly. I got him as a rescue he seems to have been malnourished and neglected. All he wants to do is be in a blanket burrito and be on me. He is so sweet, help m
First, have him physically examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles to diagnose and treat any underlying medical causes. Submit a stool sample to diagnose intestinal parasites. Confirm proper environmental parameters, especially temperature. Low temps can affect appetite and digestion in reptiles. You can review dragon care at the link below. http://www.anapsid.org/bearded.html Offer a variety of prey including, crickets, dubia roaches, mealworms and phoenix worms. Butterworms can be used as treats to get some weight on him. Gut load all prey for 24 hours prior to offering to maximize nutritional value. This can be done by feeding a high protein baby cereal, tropical fish and fresh fruits and greens.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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