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I had a birthday party for my little girl on Saturday (she turned 5). Somehow, my Beardie was very aggetated (sp?). I tried to calm him but he was really nervous and thrashing around. I excused myself from the party gave him a bath to no avail. I decided to talk to him sweetly and stroke his beard (which by this time was COMPLETELY black to his belly!). That worked a little, when his beard was gray, I put him back and covered his aquarium so he couldn't be disturbed by on lookers (although to be honest there really weren't any).

I found ZZ dead the next morning. He was only 2 years old. I am soooo sad. I knew something was wrong but I couldn't help him. I really thought he needed time to himself to just calm down......

I miss him so much. I didn't realize how much of time was spent on him and for him. Every night I used to talk to him and my kids would help me find flowers and bugs to feed him (as a treats). I would make sure his room was COMPLETELY dark at night. I always tried to make sure that he was comfortable and happy.(he always was an energetic type...never content to just on your lap for long). I miss him.

I also want to say that this forum has ALWAYS been a resource for me. I will come here again, when I feel I can have another baby Beardie.
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>>I had a birthday party for my little girl on Saturday (she turned 5). Somehow, my Beardie was very aggetated (sp?). I tried to calm him but he was really nervous and thrashing around. I excused myself from the party gave him a bath to no avail. I decided to talk to him sweetly and stroke his beard (which by this time was COMPLETELY black to his belly!). That worked a little, when his beard was gray, I put him back and covered his aquarium so he couldn't be disturbed by on lookers (although to be honest there really weren't any).
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>>I found ZZ dead the next morning. He was only 2 years old. I am soooo sad. I knew something was wrong but I couldn't help him. I really thought he needed time to himself to just calm down......
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>>I miss him so much. I didn't realize how much of time was spent on him and for him. Every night I used to talk to him and my kids would help me find flowers and bugs to feed him (as a treats). I would make sure his room was COMPLETELY dark at night. I always tried to make sure that he was comfortable and happy.(he always was an energetic type...never content to just on your lap for long). I miss him.
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>>I also want to say that this forum has ALWAYS been a resource for me. I will come here again, when I feel I can have another baby Beardie.
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Rob Talkington

Of course there are no words at a time like this. Your story is heart wrenching. I cna't imagine what could have gone so wrong. If it is any comfort, at least you know that you pamperd him and gave him the best life you could. His brief stay here on earth was a pleasent one.

My deepest sypathies...

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Bennett

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Really sad! And shocking to say the least!

He looked so big and huskey in his photo, a beautiful Boy !

What kind of bugs were you catching him from outside? I'm sure you know about lightning bugs being poison. And to be careful of OTHER PEOPLES treated lawns !

Its a darn shame, and I hope you feel better real soon.

Take Care
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Eve

The same EXACT thing happened to my breeder male...he was 2 years old, and one night he became really agitated and was pacing and his beard was black and just was upset. The next morning he was dead. I dont know what happened either...it was just a few months ago...i feel your pain of the unexpected loss, and im SO SORRY!

Here is a picture of my baby.

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David - KDRKreatures

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Was that Ralph??? Do you remember me? We spoke a little last year. It is comforting to know that someone else has gone through the same thing. Thank you for your support.
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