"Heh, with all the differences of opinions someone has to be wrong, and I don't mind if that someone is me, just as long as this discussion leads to the improved state of this Bearded Dragon. That (improved state) is my ultimate goal, not my being right or wrong."

I disagree with part of your statement above. There is not always one right answer to every problem in the world. Often different paths can lead to the same destination.

My issue is you seem to feel that the problem is solved. You have labeled it stress and it is put to bed in your mind. She has constantly eliminated all of the possible stressful situations or items you and others have proposed.

It is only logical to assume that she will take the stress possibility to heart and look for things that could cause this. I offer other possibilities with the same goal in mind as you, to help this dragon.

Yesterday, I removed a fluorescent fixture from an enclosure with 2 dragons in it. I had to pretty much get into the enclosure to redo the wiring and unbolt one of the 3 fixtures. Took me about a half hour. The dragons just watched. When I was done they both ate normally etc. I just don't think stress is all you are making it out to be.

You and her need to consider all the possibilities, that is the reason for a forum like this. Then maybe when there is an improvement you can pass judgement.

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