How does a healthy beardie act?

Signs of A Healthy Bearded Dragon

Most of the time bearded dragons will only act different if they are feeling ill. However, below are some ways you can tell if a bearded dragon is healthy. Activeness / Energy
The first way you can tell how healthy a bearded dragon is, is by seeing how active an alert he or she is. A healthy bearded dragon will keep his/her head perked up if they are awake and will be very alert when someone is approaching their tank.
Healthy Appearance
You can also determine a bearded dragon's health by their appearance. You should look for any puss or unusual fluid around their eyes and mouth. You should also look at make sure their mouth and joints are not swollen.

Abnormal Bearded Dragon Behavior

If your bearded dragon is behaving abnormally, then the odds are that he or she has an issue that needs to be addressed. Sometimes it can be as simple as making sure the lighting is right and other times you may need to take your bearded dragon to the vet. Below are some of the most common abnormal behaviors you should watch out for.
Bearded Dragon Impaction
Bearded dragons should have a fairly regular bathroom schedule. If you notice your bearded dragon has stopped defecating for several days, yet is still eating daily, it could be an issue. The longer the beardie goes without using the bathroom, the more serious the problem.
Normally, you can solve the problem by giving your dragon a bath in warm water (95-100 F) for 10-15 minutes. When bathing your bearded dragon, gently massage your dragon's stomach (don't push too hard) while it is still in the water for a few minutes. Doing this will help your bearded dragon use the bathroom within 24 hours if their constipation was due to being too cold, if there was a minor blockage, or if they have a small case of intestinal parasites. However, if your bearded dragon still continues to be constipated, you will need to see a vet as soon as possible. This is because blockages can cause long term health issues if not dealt with.

Diarrhea
Temporary diarrhea can be caused by stress, some bad food , or by a change in diet. However, this should not last. A healthy bearded dragon's fecal matter should be solid and if you notice your bearded dragon having diarrhea frequently it could be a sign of parasites or worms. If this is the case then you should take your bearded dragon to your vet to be checked.

Dehydration
Keeping your bearded dragon properly hydrated is important for their health. If you suspect your bearded dragon is ill, then hydration becomes even more important.
The following are signs of dehydration:

• Sunken eyes
• Your dragon perks up after drinking
• Wrinkled skin
• Lack of appetite
• Lack of energy

One way you can test to see if your bearded dragon is dehydrated is by gently pinching their skin with your fingers (where the skin is generally lose). If the skin holds its shape after you let go for a few moments (instead of immediately going back to place) then your bearded dragon is most likely dehydrated.
If you suspect your bearded dragon is dehydrated then you need to try to coax them into drinking water, Pedialyte, or sports drinks like Powerade (diluted 1:1 in water). You should try to get them to drink first by giving them fresh water, but if that doesn't work you can try using an eye dropper or a small syringe without the needle.

Droopy Eyes
Droopy eyes is when one or both of your bearded dragon's eyes seem to droop (similar to the way a bloodhound's eyes normally look). Droopy eyes can be caused by kidney issues and if you suspect your dragon's eyes to be droopy you should consult a vet. If you suspect your bearded dragon's eyes are swollen from parasites or an infection, you should see a vet because lack of treatment can cause blindness and other permanent eye issues in your bearded dragon.

Swollen / Puffed Out Eyes
Swollen eyes can be signs of shedding, an overdose of Vitamin A (Hypervitaminosis A) , parasites, or an eye infection. However, mites and parasites rarely cause any eye issues so the chances are swollen eyes are caused by something else.

Paralysis
Paralysis in bearded dragons is usually caused by feeding your dragon food that is too large for them to eat. The general rule is to never feed your dragon anything that is larger than the space between his/her eyes.
When a bearded dragon eats food that is too large it puts pressure on their spinal cord during the digestion process. If the pressure lasts too long it can cause long term paralysis or even death. If you suspect your bearded dragon has eaten something that is too large, you need to keep them off their stomach. This allows their stomach to hang freely, which keeps pressure off their spine. Some owners will cut a hole in a small towel and will put their beardie on top of the towel in a position so their stomach hangs freely through the hole.
If you suspect your bearded dragon is paralyzed or may become paralyzed then you need to contact your vet immediately because the condition can be reversed with quick medical care.
Remember, it is normal for bearded dragons to extend their hind legs when basking, however if they are doing this abnormally, then touch their toes to see if they move their legs to determine if they are stretching or have a medical issue.

Source: http://www.thebeardeddragon.org/bearded-dragon-health.php

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