Why is my bearded dragon not using his front legs?
What is this? If your bearded dragon can’t move its legs at all, it’s likely to be suffering form MBD, broken bones, paralysis from impaction and spinal injuries. However, if your dragon is walking strangely, this can be caused by infections, overheating or other neurological illnesses.
What does it mean when your bearded dragon is not moving?
When bearded dragons don’t get enough heat, their metabolisms can slow down and lead to them having little energy or appetite. If you witness your bearded dragon not moving much, chances are their cage is a little too cool.
How do I know if my bearded dragon is in distress?
7 Signs Of Stress In Bearded Dragons
- Stress Marks.
- New Dark Coloration.
- Loss of Appetite.
- Lower Activity Levels.
- Not Basking Enough.
- Aggressive Behavior.
- Frantically Clawing The Sides Of Their Terrarium.
Can a bearded dragon recover from MBD?
Treatment and Prognosis Fortunately, if detected early enough, MBD can often be corrected and reversed through making changes and improvements to the husbandry of the animal by providing the needed or adequate levels of UV-A and UV-B lighting and heating, proper supplementation, and other nutrients.
How do you reverse a MBD bearded dragon?
Metabolic bone disease usually requires immediate oral calcium supplementation, rehydration with fluids, nutritional support, treatment with injectable vitamin D3, and injections of calcitonin (a drug which helps re-deposit calcium back into bearded dragons’ bones).
How do I know if my bearded dragon has metabolic bone disease?
MBD does have some specific warning signs. These include swelling of the face, mouth and/or back legs, lethargy, and trembling limbs. In more severe cases, we may also see muscle twitching, general weakness, unusual postures, and deformities.
Why is my beardie not active?
A bearded dragon acts lazy or lethargic if the temperatures are not adequate enough. Low temperatures can cause a loss of appetite and activity levels can drop. Make sure to use high quality thermometers at each end of the terrarium (one in the basking area and one in the cooler area) so you can monitor temperatures.
How do I make my bearded dragon more active?
A great way to get your bearded dragon out and about is to use a special leash and take him for a stroll. This is an excellent activity for getting in a little exercise for yourself and some get-away time for your bearded dragon. A walk along the beach, or around your local park are always fun ideas.
How long do bearded dragon stress marks last?
When to Call a Vet About Your Stressed Bearded Dragon Stress marks won’t go away after shedding ends or after a week has gone by. (Some baby dragons tend to have stress marks for a while, but it’s best to check in with your vet to make sure everything is fine.)
Is MBD painful for bearded dragons?
Also called nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism or fibrous osteodystrophy, MBD is a fairly common affliction in beardies, and one that is not only very painful for your pet, but can also be life-threatening.
How do I treat my bearded dragons MBD at home?
Is your bearded dragon struggling to walk?
A fully healthy bearded dragon should be able to use its front and back legs normally. If your bearded dragon is struggling to walk, can’t walk at all or move front or back legs, there is an issue. In this post, we will discuss the reasons of front or back leg paralysis, inability to use legs and more. How should a healthy bearded dragon walk?
What happens when a bearded dragon has an impaction?
If the impaction is higher in the digestive track, the front legs may also be paralyzed. A lower impaction that is only affecting the back legs can continue to grow until the front legs are also affected. When experiencing impaction, a bearded dragon’s digestive tract is blocked by a solid or semi-solid mass.
Why is my bearded dragon losing power in front legs?
If calcium deficiency is mild, your bearded dragon can start losing power in front or back legs. This is because body start to leach calcium from bones to compensate for the lack of it in blood. Review lighting as soon as possible, as well as supplementation.
How can you tell if a bearded dragon is healthy?
A bearded dragon that is healthy will use both of its front and back legs equally to move around. Your bearded dragon shouldn’t be limping, having trouble lifting its legs or move them to walk around. While most bearded dragons love laying with their stretched legs and doing splits, they should be able to walk normally.