Like all pets, bearded dragons thrive when their basic needs are adequately met.

Diet

They should be given a nutritionally balanced diet that is specially formulated for their needs, without which they can suffer from specific nutritional imbalances, and have higher risks of suffering from illness.

Comfortable Enclosure

The enclosure of bearded dragons should have excellent ventilation to allow better air circulation. Humidity should be avoided at all costs.

A healthy bearded dragon possesses strong legs, has bright eyes, and is actively foraging for food during the day. As when handling any species of reptile, observe personal hygiene and sanitation by washing your hands after handling your pet or any of its things including the enclosure, food and water dishes, etc. All furniture inside the enclosure should also be washed in a different sink from the one where you wash your dishes and other household items.

Like other lizards, bearded dragons shed their skin in smaller pieces. Snakes on the other hand, lose their entire piece of skin in one shedding. Since they are still growing, baby dragons shed off their skin almost monthly during the first year of life.  

Consult with your Fort Myers, FL vet on how to meet your pet’s needs. Know more about the needs of your pet by visiting this website.