If you are reading this post, odds are you have seen videos or photos of Bearded Dragons on a harness and leash and it clearly peaked your interest. In fact, harnesses for your little friend are quite common! It is a great way to let your pet explore new environments and ensure it’s safety while doing so.
I will warn you that walking your Bearded Dragon is not like walking a dog that allows you to lead him/her. Rather, the experience is like walking a cat! Expect your bearded dragon to take control of the navigating with you following behind. It is much more like your little friend is taking you on a walk!
How to pick the right harness
You want to make sure that the material the harness is made out of is soft enough to be comfortable, yet firm enough to safely secure your beardie. You also want to make sure that the leash is a decent length in order to provide him with enough freedom of movement.
When you are first attaching the harness make sure to be very gentle and understand that the new harness may not feel natural right away but over time he will get used to it. I highly recommend providing him with a treat the first few times in order to reward the positive behavior and make him comfortable.
Below we have picked out our top picks across the web!
1. T-Rex Comfort Leash – Medium
This leash is an option for many types of lizards, beyond just bearded dragons. It also works for geckos, iguanas, and tegus. The T-Rex leash tops our list because the leash length is adjustable with a pivoting safety clasp along with a leather harness. This flexibility allows for an enjoyable experience for you lizard and it is an easy accessory for it to adapt to.
Ogle Lizard Leash
The Ogle Lizard Leash has a particularly unique design. We have listed the small size here, but it also comes in medium, large and extra large if you need a larger size. Just like the T-Rex leash, this item allows for flexbility through it’s adjustable toggle that sits comfortably over your lizard’s head. You can adjust to multiple levels of tightness to easily test which level is the most comfortable for your lizard, while making sure it is till firm enough to stay on. At $9.99 it is also a great value.
RZRZOO Adjustable Reptile Lizard Harness Leash
This a leash that I have never seen in person but was actually recommend by one of our readers. I can’t fully advocate for the functionality of the product but I do love all the colors it is available in! If you want to walk your lizard in style, and can afford the slightly higher price point, the RZRZOO leash should be perfect for you.
Fluker’s Repta Leash for Reptile
The Fluker’s Repta Leash is a no-frills option from one of the most respectable brands in the industry. It is durable and simple so I can’t complain with that! If you are just looking for a well made leash to easily take your lizard in public, and you don’t care about the way it looks, then this option is great for you.
