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Thanks for the info, @CooperDragonI'd probably go easy for now and just spend time near him without harassing so he gets used to you not being a threat. It varies so much between them, that it's hard to say when/if he'll get used to petting and handling. Do you ever take him out to roam around and explore outside of the enclosure? If he associates you with taking him someplace interesting like a window sill or large/safe room to explore it may help. I'd probably leave him alone during shed though, since that tends to stress them out enough on its own.
Nice, thanks for info...he does not close his eyes when i try to pet him or get a pet in, so i guess that's a good thing. The article info sounds interesting, I've definitely invested heavy research hours for months about various thingsI remember when my guy was little after a few weeks I started picking him up and bringing him out and putting him down to roam around in a safe area and putting some kind of treat worm in front of him then just sit with him and let him run around and eventually he started coming over and climbing on me. I don’t really think reptiles necessarily like being petted but may just tolerate it. You’ll know if they are closing their eyes it means they are stressed by what your doing and closing their eyes is a stress response by reptiles not a relaxed I’m enjoying this which most people think is what’s going on. If their eyes are open and you’re say rubbing under their chin it’s usually a sign their ok with what your doing but if you go to pet them in some manner and they close their eyes they are trying to say hey I’m not really a fan of this. There are some really good articles on this exact topic online discussing reptiles responses to stress.
Ugh, I totally stressed my beardie today- but since it was only 1 eye- that's half stressedI remember when my guy was little after a few weeks I started picking him up and bringing him out and putting him down to roam around in a safe area and putting some kind of treat worm in front of him then just sit with him and let him run around and eventually he started coming over and climbing on me. I don’t really think reptiles necessarily like being petted but may just tolerate it. You’ll know if they are closing their eyes it means they are stressed by what your doing and closing their eyes is a stress response by reptiles not a relaxed I’m enjoying this which most people think is what’s going on. If their eyes are open and you’re say rubbing under their chin it’s usually a sign their ok with what your doing but if you go to pet them in some manner and they close their eyes they are trying to say hey I’m not really a fan of this. There are some really good articles on this exact topic online discussing reptiles responses to stress.
Oh I need to get off this threat as I am obviously messing all of this up! LOL (but technically the shed is over!) I feel horribly!I'd probably go easy for now and just spend time near him without harassing so he gets used to you not being a threat. It varies so much between them, that it's hard to say when/if he'll get used to petting and handling. Do you ever take him out to roam around and explore outside of the enclosure? If he associates you with taking him someplace interesting like a window sill or large/safe room to explore it may help. I'd probably leave him alone during shed though, since that tends to stress them out enough on its own.
great articles!Why Bearded Dragons Close Their Eyes | Bearded Dragon Tank
Many bearded dragons close their eyes in various situations, but why do they do that? This article will show you the real reason.beardeddragontank.com
Bearded Dragon Closing Eyes When Stroked: Here’s Why – Bearded Dragon Haven
Bearded dragon closing eyes when stroked, what causes it? This article contains everything you need to know why beardies close their eyes. Read more.beardeddragonhaven.com
Bearded Dragon Closing Eyes When Stroked: What Does It Mean
Is your bearded dragon closing its eyes when stroked? Are you worried about whether this is a sign of affection or distress? Don’t worry! You are inoddlycutepets.com
Why Does My Bearded Dragon Close One Eye? | Being Reptiles
If your bearded dragon is closing one eye, it could mean something is wrong with the eye. This is especially true when the eye shuts over a prolonged period and more often than normal. So, ... Read morebeingreptiles.com
There’s a bunch more to. It’s really interesting to learn more I’m kind of a reptile nerd lol. My blue tongue skinks display similar behaviors as the dragons.
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