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Bearded Dragon ill?

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Question
Hi my Breaded dragon is About 2 years old now lately he hasn't been eating to well.Today we were shocked to see him looking very pale only the point of his tale is dark.His sides are very Black aswell as his beard

Answer
Hello Jason,

Is your dragon's mouth pale & white in color?  How do the eyes look, are they sunken in at all?
He is either in major pain or distress or is extremely ill.
What type & brand of UVB are you using, a flourescent tube bulb or a compact or coil light?  How old is it?
What type of basking light are you using?
Do you have a vet nearby?  Try looking at  www.herpvetconnection.com  to find a vet near you that might be able to help.
The end of the tail being dark is not a good thing though.  I hope that his liver is not failing.  
What type of diet does he have?

Tracie