Hi everyone, I'm new here and new to bearded dragon ownership. I've done hours of research at this point on enclosure, food, etc. and think I have a good setup.
I adopted Steve last week, and at this point he/she is 5 weeks old. Seems comfortable in its enclosure but I've been trying to get it used to being held. Every time I hold him, he seems fine for a bit, then just decides "oh hail Mary!" and jumps out of my hand. Luckily I've put blankets under me so the landing is quite soft. Is this just him being a little baby and curious? Will he grow out of it? Should I keep holding him every day? No signs of stress, just curiosity.
Any opinions/help would be appreciated - I have heard they can mellow out as they age? Also, I'm mega-curious as to what color Steve will be when he/she's an adult. Thanks!
I adopted Steve last week, and at this point he/she is 5 weeks old. Seems comfortable in its enclosure but I've been trying to get it used to being held. Every time I hold him, he seems fine for a bit, then just decides "oh hail Mary!" and jumps out of my hand. Luckily I've put blankets under me so the landing is quite soft. Is this just him being a little baby and curious? Will he grow out of it? Should I keep holding him every day? No signs of stress, just curiosity.
Any opinions/help would be appreciated - I have heard they can mellow out as they age? Also, I'm mega-curious as to what color Steve will be when he/she's an adult. Thanks!