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How to hold a bearded dragon
Wash your hands.
Washing your hands before you handle a bearded dragon will reduce the risk of passing any germs or illnesses on to the dragon. You may also consider wearing gloves; this has the added benefit of protecting your hands from the dragon's rough skin.
Approach the lizard slowly until you are able to touch it. It is important that your actions around the beardie are calm and deliberate.