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My beraded dragon

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Question
I have two male bearded dragons and three females. One of my males is very dominate and the other just likes to relax. Well the very dominate one aggravated the other and he attacked, putting a big gash in his mouth. Will it heal properly or will he need it to be sewed closed? It really worries me on how fast it will heal because he already has a few cuts on his head that have taken forever to completely heal. I made an appointment for the vet but I'm not sure if they will be able to do anything. Thanks for any information you will be able to give me.

Answer
Get those males separated!  There will be repeated attacks on that poor boy till the dominant one kills him!  You either have to give him a separate set-up or arrange a new home for him!  Dragons are very territorial.  Yes have that poor boy taken to the vet!  He needs to have his wound properly treated to prevent infection.