What does an unhappy bearded dragon look like?

They display many signs of their mood, such as head bobbing, arm-waving, bowing, tail swinging, and yawning. These are all signs of a content and happy beardie. Hissing, rapid head bobbing and a gaping mouth are signs of an angry, generally unhappy beardie.
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What does an upset bearded dragon look like?

Your beardie may display signs of anger if you are handling them incorrectly. Biting, hissing, or tail twitching can all indicate your beardie is trying to tell you it doesn't like being handled that way, and that you should try a different approach.
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What does a stressed out bearded dragon look like?

Dark markings, oval shapes, or dark lines similar to tiger stripes on a bearded dragon's belly is a sure indication of stress. Sometimes they can be on the dragon's chin and limbs as well. These stress marks are common to newly acquired beardies that are still adjusting to their new surroundings.
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How do you know if something is wrong with your bearded dragon?

How to Know If Your Bearded Dragon Is Sick? Warning Signs
  1. Shaking.
  2. Wheezing, trouble breathing.
  3. Secretion from mouth, discoloration inside the mouth.
  4. Severe lethargy not associated with brumation.
  5. Weight loss (especially rapid weight loss)
  6. Eye swelling or closing eyes.
  7. Tail or back kinks, soft bones, hanging jaw, weak limbs.
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How do I destress my bearded dragon?

Stress among bearded dragons is common, especially after you bring them home for the first time.
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How to Calm a Stressed Bearded Dragon and Make Him Happy Again
  1. Reduce handling to a minimum.
  2. Minimize Sensory Overload.
  3. Get Them Used to Your Scent.
  4. Give Them a Warm Bath.
  5. Offer Food Daily.
  6. NO Roommates.
  7. Use a Pleasant Tone.
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Is my bearded dragon unhappy?

They display many signs of their mood, such as head bobbing, arm-waving, bowing, tail swinging, and yawning. These are all signs of a content and happy beardie. Hissing, rapid head bobbing and a gaping mouth are signs of an angry, generally unhappy beardie.
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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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How do I know my bearded dragon is happy?

You can definitely say that your bearded dragon is happy and likes you when it shows no signs of aggression, just affection. If your bearded dragon isn't biting, bobbing its head, puffing up its beard when you approach or hissing at you, then it's good.
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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 do I make my bearded dragon not depressed?

Ensure that you keep the other pets away, especially when removing the Bearded dragon from the enclosure. This will not only make them calm but also comfortable, thus preventing possible cases of depression.
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How do you know if your bearded dragon has a mood?

Although they are not truly social creatures, bearded dragons do have ways of communicating their moods and intentions to other beardies, and even to you, a human beardie owner.
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Common behaviors of bearded dragons include:
  1. Head bobs.
  2. Waving.
  3. Changing color.
  4. Mouth gaping.
  5. Beard puffing up.
  6. Tail pointing upwards.
  7. Basking.
  8. Hiding.
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What does unhealthy bearded dragon poop look like?

Healthy poop should look like a firm brown log with a white or light-yellow, pasty urate. Unhealthy stool can be runny, all white, yellow, red or even black. It may not be the best aspect of keeping a bearded dragon, but the truth is you can learn a lot from their poop.
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Why is my bearded dragon lazy?

A bearded dragon acts lazy or lethargic if the temperatures are not adequate enough. Low temperatures can cause a loss of appetite and activity levels can drop. Make sure to use high quality thermometers at each end of the terrarium (one in the basking area and one in the cooler area) so you can monitor temperatures.
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Do bearded dragons change color when stressed?

Overall body color changes and beard color changes may occur slowly as your bearded dragon grows, but if a sudden or temporary color change is noted, it could be due to stress, illness, or an emotion. Beardies will often darken or turn black if threatened or upset.
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How long does it take for a bearded dragon to settle in?

as for handling your beardie will let you know when its ready. They normally take between 1-2 weeks to settle and start eating.
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Is my bearded dragon 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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How do you know your bearded dragon is Brumating?

Your Beardie can show signs of brumation at any time, but they typically show the following signs when their tank's temperature is decreased:
  1. Eating less.
  2. Sleeping more.
  3. Spending more time in a hide.
  4. Staying out of the basking spot.
  5. Staying out of direct light.
  6. Moving slower than normal.
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Why does my bearded dragon flatten out when I pet him?

Fear Response

This posture makes him appear larger and stronger than he actually is. Stomach flattening is done in order to avoid conflict rather than to invite it. If accompanied by a gaping mouth, it's highly probable that your beardie is flattening his belly because something spooked him.
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How do you know if your bearded dragon is 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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How often should I play with my 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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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.
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