The only think I can think of is to use strong double-sided tape to attach the UV fixture to the side of the glass. It should work, as long as its close enough to the beardie. There should be instructions on the box telling you how close it should be to the basking spot.sunfaye":3e981 said:Thanks! I have a mesh screen but I would prefer not to use it if possible. Is there a clamp or other attachment device I can use for the tube fixture so it can attach to the side instead of sit on top of the mesh screen?
Also, the no light bulb you sent? What wattage should I buy? There are so many options, it's very confusing. Thanks again. You have no idea how helpful you've been.
Sounds like me, I got a closet full of reptile products that never worked out. Glad to hear your dragon is doing well sunfaye. Double-sided tape is one idea or mounting it off the wall, but I'm sure you though of that. I know what you mean about confusing, the more research you do the more you learn, and only ignorance is bliss. So welcome to the overly-protective ring of beardie owners . UVB can't really pentrate most window glass (its too thick) very well, a little gets through though. Its like putting a was cloth over a flashlight, some light penetrates but not nearly as much as the flashlight is actually putting out. UVB is extremely important for beardies, but fortunately also one of the more forgiving aspects. They are not going to die tomorrow because you don't have UVB set up right. Of course you don't want to take this in the opposite direction and think that UVB isn't a big deal either, cause it isherpfreak":9174c said:You may need to experiment a bit. I always end up with a million extra bulbs and lamps that didn't work out.
We had to rule things out before brumation could even be considered. Since there were some things that needed changing and the owner is doing that, I'll bet the beardie will improve once he gets used to all the changes. So, really can't chalk it up to brumation.drayasdaddy":584f6 said:Don't know if this was already suggested or not as I did not read all the posts, it is a possibility that she has simply gone into winter hibernation mode. They do not each much if at all during this time, and are not very active. It would be advisable to have her checked at the vet, but if she is not showing signs of losing a lot of weight, then she may be hibernating, which is perfectly normal for beardies.