{"id":94452,"date":"2022-04-22T12:17:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T12:17:00","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:17:00","slug":"does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Does bearded dragon bites hurt?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Does_bearded_dragon_bites_hurt\" title=\"Does bearded dragon bites hurt?\">Does bearded dragon bites hurt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#How_likely_is_it_to_get_bit_by_a_bearded_dragon\" title=\"How likely is it to get bit by a bearded dragon?\">How likely is it to get bit by a bearded dragon?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Can_a_bearded_dragon_hurt_a_human\" title=\"Can a bearded dragon hurt a human?\">Can a bearded dragon hurt a human?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Why_did_my_bearded_dragon_bite_me\" title=\"Why did my bearded dragon bite me?\">Why did my bearded dragon bite me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#What_to_do_if_a_bearded_dragon_bites_you\" title=\"What to do if a bearded dragon bites you?\">What to do if a bearded dragon bites you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Are_bearded_dragon_bites_poisonous\" title=\"Are bearded dragon bites poisonous?\">Are bearded dragon bites poisonous?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#What_are_the_chances_of_a_bearded_dragon_biting_you\" title=\"What are the chances of a bearded dragon biting you?\">What are the chances of a bearded dragon biting you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Will_bearded_dragon_bite_me\" title=\"Will bearded dragon bite me?\">Will bearded dragon bite me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Do_bearded_dragons_attack_humans\" title=\"Do bearded dragons attack humans?\">Do bearded dragons attack humans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Can_bearded_dragon_hurt_you\" title=\"Can bearded dragon hurt you?\">Can bearded dragon hurt you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#What_if_my_bearded_dragon_bites_me\" title=\"What if my bearded dragon bites me?\">What if my bearded dragon bites me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Does_it_hurt_if_a_bearded_dragon_bites_you\" title=\"Does it hurt if a bearded dragon bites you?\">Does it hurt if a bearded dragon bites you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Should_I_be_worried_about_a_bearded_dragon_bite\" title=\"Should I be worried about a bearded dragon bite?\">Should I be worried about a bearded dragon bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Can_you_get_sick_if_a_bearded_dragon_bites_you\" title=\"Can you get sick if a bearded dragon bites you?\">Can you get sick if a bearded dragon bites you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Why_is_my_bearded_dragon_biting_me\" title=\"Why is my bearded dragon biting me?\">Why is my bearded dragon biting me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#How_bad_do_bearded_dragons_bite\" title=\"How bad do bearded dragons bite?\">How bad do bearded dragons bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#What_happens_if_a_bearded_dragon_bites_you\" title=\"What happens if a bearded dragon bites you?\">What happens if a bearded dragon bites you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-bearded-dragon-bites-hurt-2\/#Can_a_bearded_dragon_bite_your_finger_off\" title=\"Can a bearded dragon bite your finger off?\">Can a bearded dragon bite your finger off?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_bearded_dragon_bites_hurt\"><\/span>Does bearded dragon bites hurt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>If you have an adult, it probably will hurt a bit. A bearded dragon has a row of sharp little teeth. Combine that with the stronger bite that comes from a larger adult and it may break the skin as well. Their teeth are small, but sharp!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_likely_is_it_to_get_bit_by_a_bearded_dragon\"><\/span>How likely is it to get bit by a bearded dragon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s just the way it goes. However, the chance of you getting bit is actually <b>very low. We actually know many owners who have never gotten nipped by their beardie!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_bearded_dragon_hurt_a_human\"><\/span>Can a bearded dragon hurt a human?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Bearded dragons are not poisonous to humans. They do secrete a venom used to paralyze small prey animals, but due to the minute amount produced, they cannot cause serious harm to people. A bite may cause temporary swelling, but biting is a rare occurrence from this generally docile creature.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_my_bearded_dragon_bite_me\"><\/span>Why did my bearded dragon bite me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hungry beardies can be a little overzealous and derpy and more prone to nipping or biting your hand on accident when they&#8217;re hungry. To avoid this, try to keep them on a regular feeding schedule. Just as a hungry dog might nip at your hands when offering a treat, bearded dragons too can accidentally bite when hungry.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_if_a_bearded_dragon_bites_you\"><\/span>What to do if a bearded dragon bites you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s always advisable to wash your hands after handling your bearded dragon and this would be no exception. If the bite does break the skin, treat it like any other cut or scratch. First, <b>wash and disinfect the bite. Alcohol, peroxide, or Neosporin are all good choices.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_bearded_dragon_bites_poisonous\"><\/span>Are bearded dragon bites poisonous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Usually children can hold them without fear of being bitten. However, a beardie is not a cuddly pet. When startled or handled roughly, a bearded dragon may bite, causing a painful injury. <b>The lizard&#8217;s venom is not toxic to humans, but wash the wound thoroughly to help prevent infection.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_chances_of_a_bearded_dragon_biting_you\"><\/span>What are the chances of a bearded dragon biting you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bearded dragons bite but they don&#8217;t really bite for no reason at all. Usually, it&#8217;s because they&#8217;re hungry, feel a bit stressed out or threatened. <b>The bite is not dangerous to humans but can be dangerous to bearded dragons if they are accidentally let go or sent flying from the reaction to getting bitten.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_bearded_dragon_bite_me\"><\/span>Will bearded dragon bite me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bearded dragons are generally docile animals and <b>unless they feel threatened or mistake your fingers for food, they will typically not bite. Bearded dragon bites are far less frequent and less serious than a typical cat or dog bite.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_bearded_dragons_attack_humans\"><\/span>Do bearded dragons attack humans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusion. <b>Bearded dragons bite but they don&#8217;t really bite for no reason at all. Usually, it&#8217;s because they&#8217;re hungry, feel a bit stressed out or threatened. The bite is not dangerous to humans but can be dangerous to bearded dragons if they are accidentally let go or sent flying from the reaction to getting bitten.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_bearded_dragon_hurt_you\"><\/span>Can bearded dragon hurt you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Everyone&#8217;s pain tolerance is different, but those little guys don&#8217;t have a lot of power in their jaws so their bite probably won&#8217;t break the skin and probably won&#8217;t hurt either. <b>If you have an adult, it probably will hurt a bit. A bearded dragon has a row of sharp little teeth.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_my_bearded_dragon_bites_me\"><\/span>What if my bearded dragon bites me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No! Bearded dragons are not poisonous creatures and with such small teeth, <b>there really is no need to worry about any potential dangers that come with being bitten. Now, they do naturally carry salmonella and this can be transmitted to humans BUT this is extremely rare.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_it_hurt_if_a_bearded_dragon_bites_you\"><\/span>Does it hurt if a bearded dragon bites you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A bite from adults or full-grown beardies is different, though their row of tiny, sharp teeth are duller from chewing, they do have full biting power from their jaws. <b>Their bite may likely break your skin and it will hurt a bit but it will more likely hurt from the surprise or shock of being bitten than anything else<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_be_worried_about_a_bearded_dragon_bite\"><\/span>Should I be worried about a bearded dragon bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As you can see, <b>a bearded dragon bite is nothing to be afraid of. In fact, it can be used as valuable information to help you provide better care! The chance of a bite is always there when you own an animal. It&#8217;s just the way it goes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_get_sick_if_a_bearded_dragon_bites_you\"><\/span>Can you get sick if a bearded dragon bites you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>You can get sick from a bearded dragon bite.<\/b> However, as with most animal bites, tetanus is a cause for concern. There is also the possibility of secondary bacterial infection of the wound. That said, more often than not, a bite from your bearded dragon will not result in sickness. Bearded dragons can bite you!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_bearded_dragon_biting_me\"><\/span>Why is my bearded dragon biting me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Hungry beardies can be a little overzealous and derpy and more prone to nipping or biting your hand on accident when they&#8217;re hungry. To avoid this, try to keep them on a regular feeding schedule. Just as a hungry dog might nip at your hands when offering a treat, bearded dragons too can accidentally bite when hungry.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_bad_do_bearded_dragons_bite\"><\/span>How bad do bearded dragons bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even though these lizards have tiny sharp teeth, it really just feels like a brief pinch or sting. The age of your bearded dragon when it bites you will impact how much their bite hurts too. <b>Younger beardies can&#8217;t bite as hard as older ones<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_bearded_dragon_bites_you\"><\/span>What happens if a bearded dragon bites you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A bite from adults or full-grown beardies is different, though their row of tiny, sharp teeth are duller from chewing, they do have full biting power from their jaws. <b>Their bite may likely break your skin and it will hurt a bit but it will more likely hurt from the surprise or shock of being bitten than anything else<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_bearded_dragon_bite_your_finger_off\"><\/span>Can a bearded dragon bite your finger off?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>You can get sick from a bearded dragon bite.<\/b> However, as with most animal bites, tetanus is a cause for concern. There is also the possibility of secondary bacterial infection of the wound. That said, more often than not, a bite from your bearded dragon will not result in sickness. 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