The Bearded Dragon Manual by Philippe De Vosjoli

Author:Philippe De Vosjoli
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: i5 Publishing
Published: 2001-03-13T16:00:00+00:00

Emergency Planning for Dragons

As much as we may try to avoid it, disaster can strike. The type of disaster varies widely, but we can almost guarantee that at some point you will confront an emergency that could potentially harm or kill yourself and your dragon. Depending on the part of the country you live in, you may be vulnerable to earthquakes, blizzards, hurricanes, ice storms, tornadoes, floods, or fire. When there’s a bearded dragon in the family, disaster preparedness includes planning for your dragon’s welfare.

To begin, plan how your dragon would survive for a week or so if you could not leave your home. We’re fortunate that dragons are omnivorous: they can survive on salads and snacks when live prey are unavailable. Owners have fed their dragons everything from granola to dry dog/cat food to thawed veggies and meats during times of emergency. Dragons can also survive several days of fasting, but they need water every day or so. Stock a few extra gallons of bottled water, so your dragon has a supply of fresh water for drinking and soaking.

Next, consider what to do if ordered to evacuate. Generally, there are two types of plans that should be made—how to evacuate with your dragon, and how to leave your dragon behind when you evacuate. Most emergency shelters accept only people, not pets. Always put the safety and survival of yourself and other humans ahead of your dragon. When there’s an emergency, never risk your safety, even if it means leaving your dragon behind.

We learned the value of planning ahead when our power was out for five days after an ice storm, and for another five days after a hurricane. The most powerful lesson came with the realization that stress levels run high during emergencies and disasters, and that one’s primary focus is the welfare of family and neighbors, and of saving one’s life and property. When an emergency hits, you won’t have time to begin thinking about your bearded dragon. Plan now.

Points to Consider in Planning

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