Feet curled sideways? MBD?

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pianokitos

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I got a beardie from a friend a few months ago who didn't take care of him too well. He can't be more than 1 year old but he looks like he has MBD. When I first got him he would have tremors, and it turns out that his previous owner didn't supply him with any calcium powder. As a result, he always laid down on his tummy and couldn't move his arms and would barely eat. A few months later after getting him a better tank and supplying him with a better diet, he is much stronger and eats regularly and loves his calcium dusted worms. However, he still has an awkward way of walking and his from feet curl to the side. Is there anything I can do to help him?
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destiny1998

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Hi. Good looking dragon :D . Unfortunately mbd is not reversible. Just make sure he gets the proper amount of uvb and calcium so it does not progress. You might be better off using liquid calcium so his body can absorb it better. Also if it's nice where you live you can take him outside for some natural rays :D
 

pianokitos

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Thank you so much :), will he at least get a little bit of strength back? Even if his feet get a little crooked I want him to be able to support his back legs a little more.
 

destiny1998

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Hopefully. Like I said make sure he gets plenty of calcium and exercise. Make sure to there is nothing that she can fall of and hurt him self as mbd makes the bones more brittle.
 

Drache613

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Hello,

Which UVB light have you chosen to use for him? I would highly recommend one of the High Output tube bulbs, either the Reptisun or the Arcadia for a great UVB exposure for him.
I agree, in MBD cases, usually liquid calcium is much more easily absorbed for them. To help him with gaining strength, you can bath him several times per week & let him swim to try & build up his muscles.

He is a great looking dragon! Is he eating well?

Tracie
 
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