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? On handling baby BDs.

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  • 07-17-2012, 12:58 AM
    Effinch
    ? On handling baby BDs.
    First of all I have a Normal BP, love it! I did extensive research and it helped quite a bit. My youngest kid at the age 11 wanted to pick up a lizard. I talked to people and still did my research. Out of three different types (green iguana, green anole, and BD) we decided on a baby BD. I'm basically saying that I just didn't jump into it! I know how fragile they can be. About 4 inches including the tale. What's the best way to pick him/her up? Just looking for different options so he/she doesn't get hurt by me or my two boys. I supervise with the BP and will do the same with the BD!
  • 07-17-2012, 08:47 PM
    Navy
    Make sure whoever is handling him/her is sitting on the ground.
    Since babies tend to be a bit jumpy, we don't want any major falls.
    I used my hands as a beardie treadmill until she tired out and then would just sit in my hands.
  • 07-18-2012, 10:47 AM
    Jabberwocky Dragons
    4 inches is pretty small. They are fragile at that size and can be scared of nearly everything since at that size they are prey for nearly everything, including larger dragons. I would recommend doing as little handling as possible until he's at least 7 or 8''. Once they get a little bigger, they will dramatically calm down and make a much better pet for handling in terms of both temperament and fragility.
  • 07-18-2012, 02:58 PM
    Effinch
    Definately take these into consideration! Thanks guys
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