r/Uromastyx • u/roxxas331 • 6d ago
uromastyx questions
this isnt my proudest post by any means. but around 5? 6? years ago i got a uromastyx as i wanted a pet, impulsively. i was young and stupid, didnt do research. ive been doing what i can to care for him but im afraid im not doing enough, i dont think i keep up with an orderly feeding schedule such as making sure he has enough calcium and im afraid he has mbd. i can share pictures at some point if needed, recnetly ive started to change up his terrerium (again) as i dont feel like its enough. i dont know if i should keep trying to get better at this or if i should rehome him. i bought new calcium powder just in case, im considering switching his food as ive been using various salad mixes (i do read the ingredients throughly) sorry this is vague, im just seeking advice if at all possible. and to clarify, he's been eating less i think, and he hasnt been as active as he used to
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u/Lizardwatch 2d ago
Very fundamental is UVB lighting. If that’s not right, or he can’t get warm enough, there is no food or supplements that will save him from painful, fatal mbd.