Bathing question

[kski]

Our beardie has had what we believe to be "fecal residue" down the length of the under part of his tail for a while. Normal bathing/soaking doesn't seem to get it off and even rubbing my thumb over it doesn't do it. Would a soft bristle toothbrush or something similar work to get it off? It's kind of between his scales I think.

Thanks all.

 

[smurfthebeardie]

Yeah a soft brush is what I've seen recommended around here. I may have to give Smurf a bath. He's shedding, but his tail shed isn't coming off.

 

[VEGASLIZARD]

Yes, a nice soft bristle toothbrush while soaking in the tub is a good idea. You might try bathing daily for a while. Sometimes the scales can get stained as well, so don't freak out if you can't get it all off. People have found this out after their beardies have been stained from colored sand. It will all be gone in the next shed regardless.