Bearded Dragon lizards or Beardies as they’re known in the reptile world are quiet creatures of both beauty and gentleness. You’ll discover that many Beardie owners have kept these exotic pets around for years. They’re popular for their skin color, their unusual shape when they extend the spines around their head which gives them the term ‘bearded’ in their name and they’re popular for their ability to breed well even when in captivity. It’s not difficult to share a bond with a Beardie and learning the ways they communicate can show you what your Beardie is experiencing. For example, when a Beardie flicks his tongue, it can mean that he’s checking out his environment.

Many amateurs don’t realize that Bearded Dragon lizards make a good pet and that they can spend some time out of their cage-both inside the home and outdoors. They enjoy being in the yard and it’s safe to allow them out as long as you watch them closely. You don’t want them to eat anything while on their walk and you’ll want to use a specially designed leash created for reptiles like the Beardie.

As with a cat or dog, keeping Bearded Dragon lizards isn’t for everyone. While you don’t have to constantly babysit them every minute of the day, they need to be watched to ensure they’re thriving. Before you get one, ask yourself if you’d have the time to take care of a new puppy. If you don’t, then a Beardie’s not for you because they do need a certain amount of your time.