Your happy pet may look lethargic and get sick even if you are a good owner. Illnesses particularly infections are not only found in wild dragons. Animals kept in captivity may also get infected which requires proper medication for complete treatment.
You will feel bad when your pet suffers so it is better you get familiar with some of the most common infections affecting Chinese water dragons. You can then easily spot the illness and seek veterinary attention before things become serious.
Mouth rot is perhaps the most common infection in these lizards. Your pet may get injured by banging its snout against the glass walls. If the cuts and bruises are left untreated, they can get infected. Mouth rot is seen as white or cheesy substance within the mouth or around the affected region. Severe mouth rot infections can even spread deep inside and result in extensive bone and tissue damage.
Metabolic bone disease (MBD) is extremely deadly as it can even kill your pet. This disease is mainly caused by lack of calcium or insufficient exposure to UVB light. MBD needs immediate attention as it can cause your pet to suffer from muscle tremors, fractured bones and bone deformities.
Respiratory illnesses are also very common in Chinese water dragons. These infections are more frequent if the dragon’s enclosure is not maintained at the ideal temperature. Your pet may gasp for air if the infection gets severe. Respiratory infections may show signs as swollen limbs, loss of appetite and cough which sound like barks.
Get Familiar with Signals Given by Sick Dragons
Know how a specialized vet can help your pet to get rid of infections and injuries.
Is Your Chinese Water Dragon Sick Due to Internal Parasite Infections?
Get familiar with the common internal parasite infections acquired through diet.
Learn the Secret of Clipping Chinese Water Dragon’s Claws
Know how you can trim your Chinese water dragon’s nails safely.
Does Your Pet Suffer from Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD)
Treating Chinese water dragon metabolic bone disease MBD in a proper way.
Get to Know Common Skin Problems that Can Harm Your Chinese Water Dragon
Proper precautions and treatments for skin infections.
Is Your Chinese Water Dragon Not Shedding Normally?
What to do if your dragon suffer from improper shedding.
