Yes, I know reptiles show their affection in different ways, and I appreciate them very much as they are. But do any come closer to the general "pet" affection standard (dog/cat/etc)?
2006-09-14 16:06:13 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Reptiles
To Robin - The pet I'd been wanting to get has been a bearded dragon. Your answer is most appreciated. :)
2006-09-14 16:23:18 · update #1
reptiles are driven by instinct. looking at their behavior in the wild they are not affectionate, they do not care or look after their young once hatched or giving birth to live offspring as some reptiles do. snakes in captivity could be concieved as affectionate, although i doubt it's affection as we humans describe it.(in captivity) when you eliminate the need for a reptile to hunt, find water, shelter and breeding company, it effects the reptlies behavior. instead of wanting to defend against every possible threat, it will act more out of curiosity instead. Some reptile keepers attribute this to affection. i personally wouldn't as i believe snakes are not affectionate although my diamond python gives the most amazing neck massages. IMO captive kept reptiles become adjusted to humans. Tolerant would be the word, not affectionate.
2006-09-14 17:20:32 · answer #1 · answered by jessop m 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Reptiles are instinctive animals and could in hassle-free terms view you as an best chum. they're incapable of exhibiting affection like mammals can. inspite of what human beings say there is not any such ingredient, and if human beings say their reptile is affectionate in the direction of them they're merely imagining issues. desire this permits and robust success in case you confirm to get a reptile!
2016-10-15 00:31:19 · answer #2 · answered by kigar 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the bearded dragon...I always say they are like scaly little dogs. I also know a Red Tail Boa that is a very sweet snake, and although I don't know if you could consider it showing affection, he loves to just hang out around my neck and has never, ever tried to bite me--even when I had to help him get the old scales off his eyes so he could see.
2006-09-15 16:01:38 · answer #3 · answered by josephine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard that some men are affectionate. LOL I was told by a friend that bearded dragons can be very sweet and like to be handled, and they also like to ride on your shoulder without trying to jump off. I think that may be as much affection as you can expect from a lizard though. My son wants one for his birthday, and I am seriously considering getting him one.
2006-09-14 16:15:47 · answer #4 · answered by Robin 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Although some herps do care for their young (crocs & some pythons) for a short time after birth, they generally view humans as either food or an attacking predator. Their responses to us are usually driven by a need on their part. Food when hungry, warmth if they are chilled. It would be a bit of a wishful stretch to say they "like" us.
2006-09-15 08:55:40 · answer #5 · answered by preacher55 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bearded Dragons, Blue Tongue Skink and Jackson Chameleons are very affectionate. All of my lizards loved to sit on my shoulder and my hat walking around with me. My Jackson Chameleon would get on the bar and watch me do dishes and loved to be on my shoulder when I cooked.
2006-09-14 17:09:03 · answer #6 · answered by tdm1175 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some of the lizards do. I have had iguanas, bearded dragons, and a Savannah monitor. All were fairly affectionate..
2006-09-14 16:11:10 · answer #7 · answered by Tess 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some lizards (beardies especially) can be somewhat "affectionate" in that they can tolerate interaction and even grow to enjoy it, or appear to "bond" with an owner, but they will never be affectionate like a cat or a dog.
2006-09-14 17:08:51 · answer #8 · answered by snake_girl85 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. Reptiles don't show any affection.
2006-09-14 16:08:42 · answer #9 · answered by Billy W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋