I just got a bearded dragon yesterday from Petsmart and he seems pretty healthy but he’s not eating anything. Today he only ate like three crickets and isn’t drinking any water

Updated On December 21st, 2018

Pet's info: Reptile | Bearded Dragon

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

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Check the temps in the cage. Low temps can affect appetite in reptiles. Make sure you are feeding appropriately sized prey. That means no bigger than the space between Gaza's eyes. You may need to find pinhead crickets or freshly molted mealworms. Be sure to gut load all prey for 24 hours prior to offering to maximize nutritional value. You can soak Gaza in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte for 20-30 minutes every couple days to treat or prevent minor dehydration. Being a "new" pet. You should have him/her examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles to confirm good health or to diagnose and treat any pre-existing conditions. In the meantime, review dragon care at the link below. http://www.anapsid.org/bearded.html

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