So I’ve had my bearded dragon for about three weeks now. He’s probably about two months or so old and he’s eating very well but I can’t get him to drink water. I’m worried that he’ll get dehydrated. After doing a little bit of research, I seen some suggestions to try to use a syringe. Drop it slowly and see if he will drink any water that way I’ve tried putting water on my finger, rubbing it on his head a little bit on his nose area to see if he’ll lick the water from his face, I’ve tried filling up a little container with only a small bit of water and putting him in there, seeing if he’ll drink it and he still wouldn’t. I also must his greens but he don’t really eat them unless I hand feed him those lol….any tips or tricks? I feel like I’m out of ideas . And just a little worried.
An eyedropper is better than a syringe, you can control the amount dispensed better. Use plastic not glass, they can bite hard enough to break the glass.
You can try adding a little none citrus fruit juice or punch to give it flavor. If you use the juice or punch be sure to use a wet cloth to wipe away any that runs down their chin. No need to take a chance on causing bacteria or fungus to start in their scales.
Another trick is to place your hand so that your fingers are above his head and your thumb is below his chin in the shape of a C. Use your thumb to gently pull the bottom lip open, it doesn't take much effort this way. Then use the eyedropper to squirt just a little bit outside his gums and teeth.
Be EXTREMELY care though, do not force the water in. Go slow at his pace. If you go to fast or force it, it could get in his lungs and aspirate him and that can be really dangerous for him.
