Hi all, had my beardie for just over 2 years, got him when he was a baby and we always interacted with him and got him out regularly. But now if I'm honest, we don't interact with him as much as we used to (he gets fed regularly and water) other than that we don't really get him out as much as we have a baby now. It's been about a year since we last had him out and running round but all because he suddenly turned vicious. We can't even stroke him without him biting us. Is there anything we can try to get him used to us again, I feel so bad for the lack of interaction but he is still looked after. My little boy loves him and I would love for him to be able to pick him up and cuddle him, if there's any advice please share! Thanks
Sid has turned aggressive!
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Hi Beckio....one thing that usually works is just pick him up [ don't pet him ] and hold him on your chest firmly but gently and sit with him for 10 minutes. Very calmly return him to the tank afterwards. After about a week, walk slowly around with him held to your chest for 5 minutes, then sit back down and hold him lightly in your hands, supporting his body. Then return him to his tank. Even if he struggles, be calm and follow through. You may need to wear a long sleeve shirt and some cloth gardening gloves if he scratches, but after a short time he should settle down.
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