Can bearded dragons sense sadness?

The general consensus is yes, bearded dragons do have feelings, although they are not on the same order as those shown by mammals like cats and dogs, or even some other reptiles.
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Can my bearded dragon feel my emotions?

Bearded dragons feel emotional states and the physical feelings generated by those emotions. Bearded dragons are sentient beings capable of feeling pleasure and suffering, positive feelings, negative feelings and emotional pain as does any animal.
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Can bearded dragons feel love for their owners?

Yes, bearded dragons do love their owners. In fact, bearded dragons become attached to their owners similar to a dog or cat. Bearded dragons have been proven to be able to recognize their owners voice & scent and will likely be more comfortable will them over strangers.
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Do bearded dragons have thoughts?

The general consensus is yes, bearded dragons do have feelings, although they are not on the same order as those shown by mammals like cats and dogs, or even some other reptiles. They can bond to their human companions, but the level of affection and comfort they show depends entirely on their individual personality.
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Can bearded dragons get lonely?

They don't need to form bonds because they are so well adapted for survival alone. So the answer to this question, in short, is “absolutely not.” Your bearded dragon isn't lonely, and totally loves being the center of your attention, and his heat lamp.
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Do bearded dragons know their owners voice?

Beardies recognize and respond to their owners' voices and touch and are usually even-tempered. They can be great pets for someone who wants a reptile who likes to be held and taken out of his cage.
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Can bearded dragons have dreams?

WASHINGTON, April 28 (Reuters) - Research in a German laboratory involving five lizards called Australian bearded dragons indicates that these reptiles may dream and could prompt a fundamental reassessment of the evolution of sleep.
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Do bearded dragons like to cuddle?

Bearded Dragons, or “Beardies” as some like to call them, aren't lazy pets. It's just that they are known to enjoy cuddling up with their owners while they watch TV.
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Do lizards miss their owners?

However, most reptiles do seem to recognize people who frequently handle and feed them. “I don't know if it is love,” says Dr. Hoppes, “but lizards and tortoises appear to like some people more than others. They also seem to show the most emotions, as many lizards do appear to show pleasure when being stroked.”
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Do bearded dragons have a third eye?

As weird as it may sound, bearded dragons have a third eye that is located at the top of their head. Even though it functions very differently from the other two eyes, it still serves an important function in the bearded dragon's survival and life.
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Can bearded dragons help with depression?

Many people with depression and anxiety have trouble processing interactions with other humans. They may feel extremely self-conscious, making it difficult to function. The animal helps keep the person feeling comfortable and grounded. A bearded dragon is small enough to carry around without causing a big distraction.
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What does it mean when my beardie opens his mouth at me?

Bearded dragons have a good understanding that humans are much bigger than they are, so rarely act aggressively towards us. But if you startle your beardie, he will act accordingly. His aggressive response might include opening his mouth and stretching his beard to try and intimidate and frighten you.
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What is the longest bearded dragon ever?

One video shows Large Marge, a female bearded dragon that lives in a pet store that is a large dragon. She was measured at 21 inches long but is clearly pretty heavy as well! Another video showcases Meathead, a bearded dragon as long as its owner's arm, reportedly being 26 inches long.
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Are bearded dragons considered dinosaurs?

Bearded dragons are a type of lizard that branched out of the common reptilian trunk some 250 million years ago, much earlier than the branch that would lead to the dinosaurs and the birds. A phenomenon observed in a lizard, a bird and a mammal would thus most likely have existed in their common ancestor.
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Do bearded dragons sleep heavy?

Most bearded dragons, however, need more sleep than you're probably used to. Typically bearded dragons sleep around 8-12 hours. Since bearded dragons are used to sleeping when it is dark, it's important to make sure their room or cage is as dark as possible during the hours when they are supposed to be sleeping.
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How do you know if your bearded dragon loves you?

If your bearded dragon is fine laying on your chest, or even enjoys sitting on your shoulder or legs for long time, this means that it's happy and likes you. Once a bearded dragon gets comfortable with its owner, it's very likely to enjoy being around this person (or few) for extended periods of time.
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What sounds do bearded dragons like to hear?

Start with gadgets like TV, music, or noise machine to find the most comfortable noise level for your pet. Then, notice its behavior when listening to either jazz, pop, country, classic, or blues. The genre your dragon settles for says a lot about its personality.
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Do bearded dragons get bored?

You may even find your bearded dragon scratching at the glass from time to time. This behavior is generally associated with restlessness and boredom. As a bearded dragon owner you want to keep your reptile friend entertained and have fun with him as well.
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Do bearded dragons need much attention?

You will need to spend Time with your beardie

I thought that a beardie was something we'd keep in a tank, go look at occasionally, and otherwise not have to spend too much time with. While bearded dragons do not require a ton of time, they do require dedicated attention 1-2 times per day.
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How often should you take your bearded dragon out of its cage?

Adult Beardies

Adult bearded dragons, or those that are seven (7) months old or more, can be let out of their cage for up to two (2) hours on a regular basis. Do note, though, that this timeframe is the maximum, not the minimum.
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How intelligent is a bearded dragon?

Bearded dragons are able to imitate other bearded dragons to open doors. “The ability to learn through imitation is thought to be the pinnacle of social learning and long considered a distinctive characteristic of humans. However, nothing is known about these abilities in reptiles,” lead researcher Dr.
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