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How do I keep my bearded dragon awake and stop brumation?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Reptile | Bearded Dragon | Male | unneutered

Hello, I have 3 bearded dragons and one of them is trying to brumate and I was wondering if there was a way to keep him awake and stop brumation. Thank you!

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on November 24th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Pumpkin and including a photo. Brumation is caused by a drop of environmental temperature. If environmental temperature is maintained, then you need to consider Pumpkin being ill and a veterinary visit is recommended. Try offering water through a syringe. Good luck.

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