Sweetheart1016
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I just picked these guys up from a CL post and I wanted to make sure I'm doing what I can for them. Genders are guesses, somewhat biased on personality and appearance. Can't tell very easily due to low body weight.
Both will be getting calcium coated dubia roaches every other day, escarole/endive mix every day, and the Repta-Boost/Reptaid supplement (how often should I give this?). They are now under Reptisun 10.0 UVB and heat lamps. Will measure temps later tonight (literally bought the entire setups 3 hours ago). Vet visits as soon as I can afford it. Unfortunately, this was not an expense I planned for.
Dragon #1 is somewhat emaciated, with hip bones showing and a thin appearance. His mouth appears somewhat yellow as well. Also the angriest dragon I've ever seen. Tries to bite anything that goes in the cage and puffs up if he even sees you. Because of this, I've been unsuccessful in measuring size. Previous owner has been feeding him 2 dozen calcium coated crix or a pinky every other day, and kale every day.
Dragon #2 is extremely underweight, can't lift her own body or head, but appears alert and aware of surroundings. A little skittish, but tolerates being held if supported well. Previous owner says this was a rescue, and she just started eating 2 weeks ago, about a dozen calcium coated crix every other day.
Is there anything better I could be doing to help them? First real rescues I've done.
Both will be getting calcium coated dubia roaches every other day, escarole/endive mix every day, and the Repta-Boost/Reptaid supplement (how often should I give this?). They are now under Reptisun 10.0 UVB and heat lamps. Will measure temps later tonight (literally bought the entire setups 3 hours ago). Vet visits as soon as I can afford it. Unfortunately, this was not an expense I planned for.
Dragon #1 is somewhat emaciated, with hip bones showing and a thin appearance. His mouth appears somewhat yellow as well. Also the angriest dragon I've ever seen. Tries to bite anything that goes in the cage and puffs up if he even sees you. Because of this, I've been unsuccessful in measuring size. Previous owner has been feeding him 2 dozen calcium coated crix or a pinky every other day, and kale every day.
Dragon #2 is extremely underweight, can't lift her own body or head, but appears alert and aware of surroundings. A little skittish, but tolerates being held if supported well. Previous owner says this was a rescue, and she just started eating 2 weeks ago, about a dozen calcium coated crix every other day.
Is there anything better I could be doing to help them? First real rescues I've done.