Ate a rock

[Michael James]

My 14 month old beardie accidentally ate a little rock, about the size of fish tank gravel. Will this pass naturally at some point? I know dirt and sand can sometimes cause an impaction. What is my next course of action? I will try and get him to drink a bit more water to soften up his stool. Anyone ever have this accidentally happen?

 

[LiamR]

My 14 month old beardie accidentally ate a little rock, about the size of fish tank gravel. Will this pass naturally at some point? I know dirt and sand can sometimes cause an impaction. What is my next course of action? I will try and get him to drink a bit more water to soften up his stool. Anyone ever have this accidentally happen?

I'd say get your Beardie x-rayed by a vet that specializes in exotic animals. It may or may not cause impaction, though you can try it just to be safe.

 

[Hdrydr31]

More than likely it should pass fine just keep an eye out for it..keep him hydrated and if he shows problems and hasn't pooped like normal then get him checked..