my brillo has twitch

[blackvanman]

i have a 18month old male beardie , he has a bit of a twitch on his head , but when he eats he cant focus on the food , his head all over place and cant seem to get the food any ideas ??

 

[richard]

ive seen lots a of beardies like that that have a twitch or lean to one side. its usually nueroligical and not much you can do but let a vet make that call. the ones ive seen can live a normal life with a little extra help. thats how i got most of my dragons. they were special needs and i got attatched

 

[Bill]

what kind of light do you use

 

[blackvanman]

hi i use a normal uv strip light , and the twich has only came on past few weeks , thx folks

 

[Bill]

hi i use a normal uv strip light , and the twich has only came on past few weeks , thx folks

What type, who made it, how old is the light.

 

[blackvanman]

12 months , who made it ?? its a 3ft strip

 

[Jp]

12 months , who made it ?? its a 3ft strip

Bearded Dragons require both UVA & UVB light 2 grow up healthy, regular household bulbs are not sources for UVA or UVB.

 

[Bill]

What type of dragon. is it a trans

 

[blackvanman]

its not a normal household strip , its a proper uv strip

 

[Jp]

its not a normal household strip , its a proper uv strip

What are you using 4 lighting? What brand names? There has been a problem with the glass used by certain companies affecting the out put of UV Rays & quality of product. Your lighting may need to be replaced & should be done every 6 months. You said that this just started up recently, that's why I think that it might have something to do with the lighting but like Richard said , it could be neurological. Your best bet is to set up an appointment at the vet. If I am able to find something out I will definitely get back to you. Keep monitoring him & best wishes.

 

[blackvanman]

cheers m8 ,the lamp is due for changing , and will see wat i can find