Going against the common misconception that lizards as pets are distant and aloof, bearded dragons are friendly and love being handled-in fact, in most respects, bearded dragons aren't your typical lizard. Hardy, sociable, and relatively low-maintenance, they're a fabulous pet for a first-time lizard owner, and can give you up to a decade of loving companionship. Whether you're living alone in an apartment or have a household full of children and other pets, a bearded dragon will quickly become a part of your family once you bring it home. But how can you tell if a bearded dragon is the right...