Bearded Dragon Shedding 101: The Do's, Don'ts, and Hidden Dangers By Muntaseer Rahman March 11, 2025 Shedding is a natural (and necessary) process for bearded dragons, but it's not always smooth sailing. If done wrong, improper shedding can lead to serious health issues like stuck shed, infections, and even lost toes or tail tips. During shedding, you may notice your bearded dragon looking dull or faded in color, as well as exhibiting some erratic behavior.
One interesting trend related to shedding in bearded dragons is the frequency at which it occurs. Understand why your bearded dragon may be losing color, from stress to shedding, and how to address these issues for a happy and healthy pet. Is your bearded dragon shedding? If so, this is the guide for you! We discuss everything you need to know about dealing with a shedding bearded dragon.
The bearded dragon shedding process can happen over several days, to several weeks, stretching the whole darn thing over a few months. Once your dragon has finished shedding, you'll notice the skin has brighter and more vibrant colors. My Shirley comes out of a shed with the most beautiful orange/pink skin.
It's an unusual color, I think. The bearded dragon shedding process is something that all owners need to understand. Read this guide to learn how often they do it and how you can help.
Shedding is scientifically known as ecdysis, this is a natural process your Bearded Dragon will go through. I'm here to help you understand why, when, and, how your beardie will shed their skin, and most importantly, what you can do to help them through this process. Shedding You Need to Lose a Few Scales As a normal part of a healthy Bearded Dragon's life they will shed.
Shedding is a sign that they are healthy it means they are eating well and growing. You will notice them starting to turn duller in color and this is a sign that shedding is going to happen. Curious about bearded dragon shedding? Discover essential care tips and signs to watch for to ensure a smooth and healthy process.