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Informative Speech On Bearded Dragon

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Title of Speech: Essentials for caring for your bearded dragon Specific Purpose: To educate the audience on how to effectively care for a Bearded Dragon. Central Idea: To make sure your bearded dragon lives a happy and healthy life. INTRODUCTION I. Never thought I would gain such a deep passion for such a creature. II. My love for bearded dragons and how to take proper care of them. III. My first bearded dragon was amazing, when he fell ill I was broken hearted and cared for him as my child. IV. I have raised two bearded dragons and with over 15 years of experience I have a strong love for them. V. I will be discussing a well-rounded healthy diet, benefits of bathing your bearded dragon, how to keep them at their best while learning …show more content…

1. When bathing your dragon, you will want to put just enough water so the bearded dragon can still stand. Most dragons love baths and will swim and play. They do not need to be washed with a cloth just soaking in the water is best. 2. Using soap is not needed, but if you prefer you can put a small amount of dawn in the water. B. Bathing your bearded dragon prompts them to urinate and defecate. Transition: Bearded dragons love bath time, but it’s also important that we talk about how to keep your dragon healthy and watch for illnesses. III. How to identify illness to ensure your dragon is staying healthy. A. There are some common illnesses that can be detrimental if acquired by your pet. 1. Make sure that you are keeping up with your dragons activity and that they are eating like they normally do, pattern changes are the easiest way to notice if something is wrong with your dragon. 2. One of the most important things to look out for are signs of mites and parasites, they can usually be detected by taking a stool sample to your vet. 3. Metabolic bone disease (MVB), is very serious and often comes from lack of UVB lighting or lack of diet, MVB can be diagnosed and treated with surgery at your local vet if it worsens. B. Listed below are some treatments used to help prevent sickness and disease. 1. By regular checkups from your vet, stool samples will detect if your lizard has parasites that he shouldn’t have. 2. Metabolic bone

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