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Why do my bearded dragon's eyes look sunken? Is it dehydration?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Does my bearded dragon have sunken eyes?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on December 8th, 2017

Gibbler's eye appears normal. If you are concerned about dehydration, pinch up a bit of loose skin. If it stays tented up, she is likely dehydrated. If it snaps back, she is not. You can soak her several times weekly in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte for 20 minutes to provide hydration. Provide a shallow bowl of fresh water in her enclosure and change it daily.

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on November 29th, 2017

    Not at all. Additionally, the fat pads on her head are not noticeably sunken. She may be mildly dehydrated though, but it is difficult to assess with an image. Gently pinch some loose skin. If it stays up in a tent shape, she is dehydrated to some degree. Soak her in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte for 20 minutes daily.

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