Can I vape around my bearded dragon?

As long as you don't pour e-liquid into your snake, hamster, or bearded dragon's water source, you're good to go. Second-hand vaping isn't anything to be concerned about either, as long as it's not directly blown in their tank or cage.

Can you smoke in the same room as your bearded dragon?

Bearded dragons can get high from second-hand smoke. These reptiles have an endocannabinoid system (ECS) just like humans. Light-headed bearded dragons will likely act disoriented, experience several bouts of lethargy, and may even vomit.

Are bearded dragons OK with music?

Bearded dragons generally prefer calmer, softer, relaxing music. Therefore, you can allow your dragon to listen to some of your favorite artists as long as they play relaxing music.

Can you carry bearded dragon around?

A good-sized cat carrier or even a big shoebox (for boots for example) are good ways to transport your beardie for short trips to the vet. Again, make sure they are comfortable inside their carriers by providing lots of warm towels and portable heat packs if necessary.

Can you hug your bearded dragon?

If you wish to snuggle your bearded dragon by holding him, make sure you do so in the correct manner. Put your hand under his belly, then carefully lift up his body. Once your adorable lizard relaxes in your hand, softly cradle his stomach.

9 Common Issues to Watch For in Bearded Dragons

Do bearded dragons watch TV?

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.

Do Beardies like fuzzy blankets?

Bearded dragons love using blankets, but they don't get much from wrapping in bedding alone. Reptiles are cold-blooded creatures, meaning they cannot generate heat. Covering your bearded dragon with a blanket for too long can actually make it colder rather than warmer.

Do Beardies like car rides?

Many bearded dragons love a good car ride. Just make sure you keep him on a leash and safely secured within the vehicle. It's a good idea to possibly keep him in a Kritter Keeper while in a moving vehicle just for safety purposes.

Can you pick up a sleeping bearded dragon?

To pick up a bearded dragon, approach them from the side or front, never from above. Slide your hand under them from the side to support their chest and front legs. Use your other hand to support their rear legs and tail. Hold them firmly without squeezing so they can't jump away and get hurt.

What colors do bearded dragons hate?

Despite bearded dragon's biological instincts, many bearded dragon owners have different experiences of their pet's preference to colors. Some love certain bright colors such as red but get very stressed out over others like yellow or orange.

Do 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.

Why does my beardie keep opening his mouth?

When a bearded dragon reaches its thermal maximum, it will often sit with its mouth open. This behavior, called gaping, shows that the lizard is at its optimal temperature for basking. This gaping will allow a bearded dragon to dissipate extra body heat.

How do I bond with my bearded dragon?

Offer Rewards. Another great way to bond with your pet bearded dragon is to lure and reward them with treats throughout the day. Whenever you see movement from your bearded dragon, pull a treat out, and while holding it with your fingertips, slowly move it around their habitat until they come out to eat it.

Do Beardies like leashes?

With time and patience, most bearded dragons can be trained to tolerate and even enjoy a harness and leash. This won't work with every bearded dragon, but many will associate it with going outside in the sun, which they usually love. Harnesses should only be used on mature beardies over 15″ in length.

Should you mist a bearded dragon?

Caring for bearded dragons is an exciting and rewarding experience that requires not only an intense love for these genus Pogona lizards, but also an in-depth knowledge of their lifestyle needs. Plentiful water is a big necessity for bearded dragons, and misting often works well for hydrating them.

Should I walk bearded dragon?

Go For a Walk

Your bearded will not want to walk very far, and he will spend more time looking around than walking, but you will both enjoy the excursion. Be sure your lizard is comfortable during your outing; the temperatures should be in the 80s, and he should have access to shade if he desires.

Where do bearded dragons like to be stroked?

They usually like being held or having their head, cheeks, or chin scratched. Some may pull away or turn their beard black, but they may change their mind if you set them down and try again later. We love spending time with our beardie.

Do bearded dragons like to play with balls?

Most beardie keepers have reported that their pets get stimulated when they play with balls. However, not all beardies like playing with balls, so your pet lizard may or may not react when you push the ball towards it. If the beardie pushes or chases the ball around, it means they are having a good time.

Why is my bearded dragon glass surfing?

Glass surfing is thought to be a result of stress and a bearded dragon may be stressed for several reasons: An enclosure or tank that's too small for it can stress a bearded dragon out. Another bearded dragon, even if they're not housed together, may be interpreted as competition for a bearded dragon and cause stress.

Do Beardies like back rubs?

Commonly, bearded dragons like being petted in a few places. One such spot is directly between the eyes and on top of the head. Another is scratching their beards, or rubbing the spikes behind their eyes.

Do bearded dragons get cold at night?

Overnight, Bearded dragons can quite comfortably drop down to around 15°C (59°F) overnight, as the temperature drops naturally overnight, you have a little more leeway with your nighttime temperatures than during the day.

Do Beardies like soft toys?

Speaking of snuggling, why not give your beardie a soft companion to play with? Reptiles, as a whole, seem to enjoy having soft stuffed animals. It's a new texture that they don't get to experience very often. Plus, stuffed animals provide some additional warmth.

Can bearded dragons smile?

Bearded dragons and other reptilian species open their mouths to aid in temperature regulation. Although it may be adorable, bearded dragons “smile” – or keep their mouths partially open – when they are basking. When they keep their mouths open, it shows their body temperature has risen to optimal levels.