I know Gladstone is dying. He’s 10 years old, skin and bone, hasn't eaten in a month and just lies around, occasionally moving. What’s the best way to help him on his journey? Turn off the lamps and let him sleep his way to his last breath? Leave all the lamps on? Put him under just the night lamp?So sad to watch.
Liz
I am sorry to hear about Gladstone is not well. At 10, that is a good life span.
How long has he been thin?
Have you taken him into the vet just to get x-rays, etc? We would be happy to review
your tank setup with you if you would like.
My thoughts are that if you are sure he isn't going to make it then making him comfortable,
giving him water, trying to assist feed so he can get nutrition is what he deserves. Keep all
of his lights on, so he has his daily routine, & spend plenty of time with him.
Can he lift himself & walk or climb?
Here are some signs of a dragon dying
SIGNS THAT A BEARDED DRAGON IS DYING
• Their skin looks grey or dull looking – but they are not shedding.
• They become lethargic, uninterested and unresponsive – but they are not in brumation.
• They will stop eating.
• The eyes appear sunken or droopy.
• They may spend more time in the cool end.
• If they are attempting to move they will may drag themselves along – This can be distressing to witness.
• They appear to have “given up”.
• Their breathing will become very shallow.
Karrie