Grommet
Hatchling Member
Hi all! I need some advice with one of my newest additions.
I adopted two dragons a few weeks ago, both have mild MBD from improper lighting and were on calci-sand.... The boy is a super eater and loves his set up but is very active, running back and forth in his tank off and on throughout the day and glass dancing often. A few of his nails are almost completely worn down to his toes. I've been covering the tile in his tank with fleece (changed every day, as he hasn't gotten the hang of pooing in the bath) but am worried that he is waring them down from glass dancing.
Anyone had this problem before? suggestions?
Do some BDs have softer nails than others, or is this directly related to calcium deficiency?
Will his nails grow back?
He doesn't appear to be in pain, but I am worried, as I assume they are worn down well past the "quick." Also, I have seen no sign of blood - none of his nails/toes look bloody.... surprising, as they have worn down quickly.
I'd hate to put him on play sand, as he does poo in his tank, but reptile carpet is a bit on the pricey side.
Any of you keep your dragons on folded fleece blankets? See any problems with that?
Thanks!
Kailin
I adopted two dragons a few weeks ago, both have mild MBD from improper lighting and were on calci-sand.... The boy is a super eater and loves his set up but is very active, running back and forth in his tank off and on throughout the day and glass dancing often. A few of his nails are almost completely worn down to his toes. I've been covering the tile in his tank with fleece (changed every day, as he hasn't gotten the hang of pooing in the bath) but am worried that he is waring them down from glass dancing.
Anyone had this problem before? suggestions?
Do some BDs have softer nails than others, or is this directly related to calcium deficiency?
Will his nails grow back?
He doesn't appear to be in pain, but I am worried, as I assume they are worn down well past the "quick." Also, I have seen no sign of blood - none of his nails/toes look bloody.... surprising, as they have worn down quickly.
I'd hate to put him on play sand, as he does poo in his tank, but reptile carpet is a bit on the pricey side.
Any of you keep your dragons on folded fleece blankets? See any problems with that?
Thanks!
Kailin