Scratching 1 Year After Being Spayed

Margalot · Jul 9, 2021

Due to becoming egg bound I had my beardie, Tofu, spayed last year. She has had a full recovery, and now a year later she's scratching around again, as though looking for a place to dig. Is it possible for a spayed bearded dragon to become gravid again? Is it normal for a spayed dragon to continue this behavior? She didn't brumate last winter, so it's even more odd. Thanks for your insights.

AHBD · Jul 9, 2021

Hi there, yes unfortunately some spayed females can lay eggs again if the vet didn't get everything out that needed to be out. There was one here in the breeding forum a while ago. That being said, some dragons, both male and female, dig to burn off energy when they are restless.

Margalot · Jul 10, 2021

Thanks, AHBD. I sure hope it's the latter! I guess for now I had better keep an eye on her and feel her tummy over the next few days. It would be scary if she has to go through this again!

AHBD · Jul 10, 2021

Yeah I feel for you, hope it's just her being energetic.

Sunnyspot · Jul 26, 2021

Yes, they can grow follicles again after a spay if some tissue was missed. More concerningly they can grow it in places they shouldn't (around/attached to other organs and fat pads). Some digging in itself isn't necessarily a concern but you know your dragon, if you think something is up I can't recommend a vet visit and ultrasound enough. Hope everything goes well for you and your dragon.

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