Why is my bearded dragon pale, coughing, and straining to poop?

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Hi our bearded dragon seems very pale and looks like trying to poo and coughing, she was fine in the morning, i took her out to walk around then when i got back she was blowing her beard as if she was coughing or trying to vomit. I took her to vet but vets in my country don't know anything about them. They took an xray and looked at her throught for foreign things but there was nothing.

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Confirm proper temperature and humidity. Incorrect environmental parameters may lead to respiratory infections. Provide adequate UVB lighting or unfiltered sunlight also. UVB light is critical to vitamin D metabolism and general health. Dragons cannot vomit and coughing may indicate an upper respiratory infection. This can be serious if not treated appropriately and promptly. Legally, we are prohibited from providing doses for medications in the absence of a physical exam and VPCR (veterinarian-patient-client relationship). Your veterinarian should be able to consult with a reptile specialist via phone or online and can then dispense or administer medication if indicated. You can review dragon care at the link below. www.anapsid.org/bearded.html

Why is my bearded dragon pale, coughing, and straining to poop?

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