Petco Bearded Dragons

[Tyrannus]

So I am wanting to get my first beardie but the only place that sells them within a couple hours away is a Petco. I walked in to check it out and 3 of the 4 dragons were relatively active. One was basking on a log and moved towards the glass when I walked by. Another was climbing on a plant and watched me as well. The third ran around a bit and also reacted to me. However, the fourth one was obviously unhealthy- it was not sitting up like the others when I held it so it sort of just layed limp on my hand, was noticeably smaller and skinnier, did not react even when I tapped the glass, and didn't move anything other than its head the whole time. I am just curious, what is the chance this bearded dragon is infected with something putting the other 3 at a higher chance of also becoming sick and unhealthy? Should I just have one shipped from a reputable breeder or take the chance with Petco?

 

[LewisBD]

So I am wanting to get my first beardie but the only place that sells them within a couple hours away is a Petco. I walked in to check it out and 3 of the 4 dragons were relatively active. One was basking on a log and moved towards the glass when I walked by. Another was climbing on a plant and watched me as well. The third ran around a bit and also reacted to me. However, the fourth one was obviously unhealthy- it was not sitting up like the others when I held it so it sort of just layed limp on my hand, was noticeably smaller and skinnier, did not react even when I tapped the glass, and didn't move anything other than its head the whole time. I am just curious, what is the chance this bearded dragon is infected with something putting the other 3 at a higher chance of also becoming sick and unhealthy? Should I just have one shipped from a reputable breeder or take the chance with Petco?

Get a beardie from a good breeder, although you might have to pay a little more for 'high end' babies, but it's worth it

 

[daughterofMyou]

I've only heard negative stories about Petco beardies. They're typically not very well looked after, and employees will give bad advice (and even lie about the animal's health) to make a sale. I'd definitely look up a reputable breeder, to save yourself (and your wallet in vet bills) the heartbreak.

 

[Terry15]

Here's 1 I saw at Petsmart the other day.He really wanted me to take him home.

 

[Terry15]

Checked in on him today, seems like he's got a new home.?