I just got home and my beardie is motionless. He’s about 5 years old. Lately he has seemed much more sleepy as usual and has not been eating as much (although he eventually would). When I woke up this morning I noticed his beard was extremely black and he also wasn’t eating at all despite me offering him many different foods. I got worried and was planning on taking him to the vet tomorrow due to it being closed today. I just got home now and he appears to be motionless with one eye slightly open. I tried touching him and nothing. I hope this is not what I think it is and someone could help explain what might be happening. Thanks everyone
Hi, Faisal - I'm sorry, you must be very upset and worried. Have you tried to pick him up, or put him near his basking spot? Anything gentle to get him to stir around a little?
Hi, Faisal - I'm sorry, you must be very upset and worried. Have you tried to pick him up, or put him near his basking spot? Anything gentle to get him to stir around a little?
Hi, yes I tried picking him and and he didn’t move st all. Right before I left he was in his basking spot, but once I saw him when I got back he was in the corner of the terrarium.
I'm so sorry. I wish I had something more helpful to give you. If you are not sure, I would try to at least keep him warm, maybe even try a warm bath. Either way, you're not alone - others here will care and support you.
That doesn't sound good, if you are not seeing any breathing or movement from him.
As suggested, a bath could maybe rouse him, or turning him on his back to see if you
get any reaction from him.
I am sorry this has happened, it is never easy. Let us know what the vet says.
I am truly sorry for this experience, it is difficult to understand why and to feel so helpless when all you want is for your beardie to healthy, happy and safe.