beardie lost his claw!!!

[davehal7]

hi i have a male bearded dragon 1 1/2 years old 18inch good health eating well and is generally really healthy i relised lately that one of his claws on his front feet is missing i took a look and it seems like its just been pulled out theres no scab or blood its just the end of his claw i was wondering weather this is a problem or not as cant find any info online about it so started to worry i mean i live over 60 miles away from my closet reptile vet and i mean i dont think its worth it i would just like some people to shed light on the subject and gove me some advice many thanks

Dave

 

[MissT]

Sometimes, they lose a claw or two. Females, when laying eggs are at a higher risk because they dig. Oddly, my female who has never laid eggs lost a claw on her BACK foot.... I really cant understand why - but she manages just fine without it so I wouldnt worry!

T

 

[Seven65]

What kind of uvb lighting do you use? Do you use any calcium supplements?