How do I know my bearded dragon likes me?

You can absolutely say your Bearded Dragon is happy and likes you when it shows no signs of aggression and only affection. Beardies like to project their emotions, and an upset dragon will be biting, bobbing their head, puffing out their beard, and hissing at you.
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How do bearded dragons show affection?

Moving Toward You. If the bond is strong enough, your Bearded dragon may show affection by moving towards you. This is because the lizard anticipates that you will handle it when it gets to you. Your Bearded dragon may repeat this behavior several times as long as you handle it gently.
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How do I know if my bearded dragon is comfortable with me?

If your beardie lets you pick them up with no visible signs of stress or wanting to get away, this is a good sign that they are happy and comfortable in their environment. Moreover, if your beardie relaxes into you and crawls onto your shoulder or even falls asleep, they are most likely a happy reptile!
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How do I show my bearded dragon that I love it?

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.
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Do bearded dragons become attached to 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 like being petted?

Do they enjoy it when their owners hold and pet them? Even though they are solitary animals, most bearded dragons enjoy interacting with their owners. They usually like being held or having their head, cheeks, or chin scratched.
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Do bearded dragons recognize faces?

1. They Are Friendly. Beardies recognize and respond to their owners' voices and touch and are usually even-tempered.
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Why does my bearded dragon stare at me?

Staring in Bearded dragons is an instinct-driven behavior. Beardies stare at people and objects because they want to learn more about what they are looking at. This gives them closure and also makes them feel safe in the environment that they are in.
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What makes a bearded dragon happy?

Sleeping, eating normally, basking and pooping are all important functions that make your bearded dragon healthy and happy. Most of a bearded dragon's happiness comes from fulfilling its daily needs and having all comforts of living. As well being physically able to do all of them.
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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.
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Why does my bearded dragon close his eyes when I pet him?

If your bearded dragon is sitting on you and you pet them and they close their eyes, they are not feeling comfortable. Stop petting them when they exhibit this behavior. You are much bigger than they are, and they are trying to show you they are not a threat by closing their eyes.
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Are bearded dragons cuddly?

Bearded dragon cuddles come in the form of snuggling into you or other pets. Cuddling into warm spots like your lap or neck seems to be a favourite for many. While many pet owners enjoy the bond that forms, not everyone gets to experience it. The bond is very dependent on you and your reptiles personalities.
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Can you kiss bearded dragons?

Don't kiss or snuggle your bearded dragon, or eat or drink around it. These actions can spread Salmonella germs to your mouth and make you sick. Keep your bearded dragon out of your kitchen and other areas where you eat, store, or prepare food.
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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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Why does my bearded dragon lay flat on me?

Laying flat is also a sign that the bearded dragon is scared or feeling threatened. Lizards and bearded dragons, in particular, will lay flat to avoid being seen by predators such as birds of prey. If you notice your bearded dragon laying flat on its back for long periods of time, then it could be afraid.
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Why is my beardie looking up?

It may arch its neck and look up at the sky (stargazing) due to what the virus does to its nervous system. Bearded dragons that are infected with atadenovirus as adults typically develop liver and kidney disease, encephalitis, gastroenteritis, stomatitis, and other conditions.
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How long does it take a bearded dragon to get used to you?

Taming a Baby Bearded Dragon

You don't want to start handling it right off the bat, because it needs to have a little time to adjust to the new surroundings. Wait about two or three weeks after you bring the baby bearded dragon home before you start the interactions.
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Why does my bearded dragon scratch in the corner?

Your bearded dragons could be digging to prepare its hide spot for brumation. This is common when a bearded dragon is digging in a corner, too. You can read all about bearded dragon brumation in this post.
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What do bearded dragons love the most?

Most bearded dragons love playing around in the water. It's a great way for them to have some fun while also getting hydrated. A large plastic storage bin that is at least twice as long as your bearded dragon makes for a perfect swimming hole. A small kiddie pool works well, too.
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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.
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How often should you play with your bearded dragon?

Try holding your reptile 15 minutes a day. As it gets used to being handled, you can extend these periods for as long as your pet looks comfortable. Some dragons don't enjoy being held for a long time while others love it and will allow you to hold them several times a day.
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What do bearded dragons think of humans?

Some bearded dragons like to be left alone and may even react with hostility to humans, but others seem to actually enjoy the company of their owners.
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What colors do bearded dragons see?

In most cases, they see brighter colors more than heavy and darker colors. If you observe keenly, you will notice that they tend to be more attracted to lighter-colored objects. The only time that a bearded dragon can't see color is in darkness. When in the dark, the bearded dragon's vision is not so good.
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