Why Iguanas Can Make BAD Pets | KristenLeannimal

Iguanas are NOT good beginner reptile. They literally should have never been turned into pets, like many other animals. Here's why. I wanted to make this video just to help possible new iguana owners understand just what it takes to care for an iguana. Lots of people purchase iguanas bc they are "inexpensive" at first to purchase and they are small when they're little, but little do they know...all of the work that comes along with keeping them in captivity! Hopefully, you find it useful.
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[@KristenLeanneVlog]

After you watch, would you be able to own an iguana and commit to all of that?? Let me know what you think!

[@Leave-me]

Kristenleannimal. I’ve got my first lizard and it was a iggy ( Iguana) best dissison ever. He’s like a puppy go from his, wip and some bite when I bough him from a spoiled little boy. He is my first lizard. He is so sweet. Whit an iggy you haft to take snail step to transform them to be a gentle giant. No they are not hard to take care of but the patient is a must. My iggy race himself and close his eyes when I bring his food and evertime I come to him.

[@gabbirodriguez8310]

I have one but he is really nice I used to have one and it was a girl she sadly past away but she was really mean but my new one is so nice and I take care of him I am only 12 but I love him

[@nenia120]

No, I definitely wouldn't. I remember my friend put a lot of time and effort into taking care of his Iguana. Not for me.

[@juniperdovah]

Heck no! That's way too much work for my liking.

[@MoMoxBunny]

Yeah, I'd still get one. I had a girl before who was pretty sweet for an iguana. I'd do it again.

[@Moonsphnx]

My sister got an iguana when we were young. He had free roam of the house/yard and had his own room. He was very friendly and non aggressive, he even loved our dogs. Unfortunately he passed away last year at 24 years old.

[@hexxuss1]

Awww, that's a good long life.

[@tabithawallen7716]

Ours did too. We live in Kentucky so he had a good outside season and he loved being loved on.

[@genevievethornton8941]

sick!!!

[@wilde6080]

@@genevievethornton8941 ???

[@jomama5186]

Wow! Very sorry for your loss :(

[@ClintsReptiles]

Thank you for making this video. I love iguanas, but they generally make bad pets and very few people know that when they decide to get one. Countless iguanas suffer for their ignorance. I will warn you, a lot of people don't like hearing what you're saying here. Oh well, thank you for spreading good information about them.

[@LindaIndustrial]

Clint's Reptiles Clint! 🙋🏻‍♀️😍

[@ClintsReptiles]

Well hi there :)

[@devondawson5887]

Clint pls

[@DookieMeister51]

Yes, as I tell a lot of people who think a certain animal is a bad pet "No animal is a bad pet, they can just be a bad pet for you."

[@Bibibiceratops]

I was just wondering if you had seen this, Clint!

[@lauraaaa2010]

I was never interested in getting an iguana but now I DEFINITELY KNOW that I don't want an iguana. Lol

[@heatherdoodles5504]

Laura Poore absolutely same conclusion I have. I think they’re awesome creatures but having owned box turtles, I already knew the iguana was going to be past my limit of daily abilities. That and the poo kinda grossed me out. Only other pet I’ve had with disgusting poo are my ducks. Dog poo doesn’t bother me but duck poo? 🤮

[@leoscarpoli1nonly]

I've had a few over the years and looking back I should have learned from the first one I was given which died from malnutrition which I was mistaught from the original owner, but even in his sickness he was a vicious little handful all the way to the last day. The only nice one I had was mauled by my brothers pitbull when he escaped from his enclosure.

[@Kira-kg4kl]

@@leoscarpoli1nonly this sounds as if you are trying to justify cruelty and neglect..... I couldnt care what anyone tells me about an animal I will still research due to human error, especially if it was becoming malnourished..... how can you not realise your doing something wrong? and it being possible that your iguana can escape is just down to not paying enough attention. You dissapoint me from your lack of care

[@SuperDave-vj9en]

Sooo...... I have to rent out a room to a lizard rent free for 20 years and I can't evict him? Nooo way!

[@zeIilah]

Super Dave LMFAOOOO

[@hysteri]

Underrated 😂

[@confusedDruid]

It's kinda like having a kid. They'll lash out at you for no reason and be general nuisances at best. Only difference is you can make kids do chores

[@Lunalanight]

I have a red iguana and yes she is a terrible pet, but I love her and I’ll do anything to keep her healthy and well cared for.

[@jeremyarroyo360]

Good keep loveing her have a loyal friend. They are good pets if properly taken care of

[@LB7Amoney]

I’m Going thru the same pain rite now lmao I have a red iguana to

[@brandonwashington9231]

Jeremy Rosa they are awful pets lol

[@Z6RFX]

Yay me to I had a dog that got ran over :( . But my iguana is helping me replace the bad feeling for my dog but yea my iguanas name is greenbie he is very friendly and only willed me 5 times and have only had him for 3 months

[@Z6RFX]

Brandon Washington no

[@heatherdoodles5504]

I just wanted to chime in that I almost cried when you said you like animals more than people. I tell my counselor that all the time but I just get the whole “you’ve been let down too many times, it’s a defense mechanism,” blah blah blah. No.... I love 💕, with all of my heart, animals more than humans. They’re just so pure in their intentions. 💜

[@healy7882]

yeah tbh ive never called an animal a d*** head lol

[@nostalgianostalogic2923]

The moment when you realize that humans are animals......

[@gigleskitara]

@@healy7882 I mean, 😂😂😂 I call my families cats and dogs d*** heads constantly.

[@mouhitorinoboku9655]

I keep telling my dad this but he tells me I'm being negative lol, I say it's not my fault humans are untrustworthy and have no work ethic, also told my mom I'd rather be married to my dog than have to deal with a toddler in an adults body my whole life (my mom said don't tell him you said that)

[@KLR-rp6pn]

Alexis Ryuun yes, you would be disowned for having the furry flu

[@kzookid2051]

Only having the iguana for a short while when it's young, you missed out on one of the iguana's most beloved traits - puberty. Their bad temper kicks into overdrive along with the growth increase. Along with increased scratching and thrashing, my iguana, who had previously loved to lay on my arm and snooze, football-style, started to bite and once left a tooth embedded in the toe of my shoe. Definitely a reptile that needs to come with a warning sheet.

[@hexxuss1]

That is the discussion I have with parents who want to get their child (ages 8-10 normally) an Iguana as a FIRST pet, not even first reptile, first PET! I tell them that if they're okay with a reptile that grows 6' plus, WILL scratch, tail-whip & possibly bite their child (and their child WILL bleed), then get one. I manage to talk all of them into getting a beardie or leopard gecko lol. Iguanas are my favourite reptiles though - I don't care about the scratching, etc. After they hit 2-3 yrs old (with handling) they chill out.

[@mikehickman3635]

Yup thts the deal when a male reaches maturity usually around 3 -3.5 years old they will actually go through a mating season even with no female present(one reason id recommend a female for first timers)at these times it would be unwise to try to handle a rutting 6ft male iguana...trick is by tht time you should be able to read that animal like a book and just avoid his aggression.i typically just leave enclosure open so he decides to come out...plus they can be territorial over enclosure once mature.

[@briannabrooks6806]

i was waiting for her to talk about their bipolar temper and how they’re whole body is a weapon not just nails and tails. but yeah if she’s not had an iggy for more than 2 years she has no idea what it’s really like 👀

[@aundrahatcherson2900]

I had my iguana 12 years he's so good and sweet yes he has his days when he's aggressive at times but he's honestly sweet you just gotta interact with them more

[@brittnymorganschwietz8604]

I have a 9 yr old green iguana that we got when it was 6 months old and it’s definitely one the hardest reptile to take care of it won’t let me hold him but loves my husband

[@KristenLeanneVlog]

Yeah they are challenging for sure! Not to say they cannot be rewarding, but I just want to educate as to how difficult it is to care for them. Love that you guys are providing a great home for an iguana though, that's great.

[@brittnymorganschwietz8604]

Kristenleannimal thank you so much for bringing awareness and education! I live in Minnesota and last year during the fall someone released their iguana in the ravine so many reasons to list why that’s such a horrible thing to do thankfully he was rescued and now lives in a good home the previous owners excuse was that he didn’t know it would get that big 🤦🏻‍♀️ it’s sick how some pet stores will pawn certain animals as easy to care for pets

[@hexxuss1]

Iguanas WILL pick "one person". They're incredibly smart & I love working with them (they're actually my favourite reptile).

[@jeremyarroyo360]

@@hexxuss1 mines also next to komoto dragons and monitors

[@belizeguy]

Old Reptile Keeper chiming in here. I also do not think that Green Iguanas, or Rescue Iguanas are a good Beginner Reptile Pet. There are so many others that are less maintenance, and easier to house properly . That said they are really excellent, responsive pets that are very rewarding when cared for properly from the beginning. Start always with a captive born baby, already used to human contact, and you will have the prehistoric pet of your dreams . Females are always easier than males. Once they reach a pretty good size, you can even have them out in your home as long as their needs are met. I even know a friend who keeps his loose in his fenced back yard in Summer and is always bummed when Cold Weather rolls in. Intelligent and responsive. Now, your Rescues and Rehomed animals can be set up as display animals, not to be held or interacted with other than care and feeding . I am 65 years young and currently have a nice 3 foot long male who loves to try and whack me with his tail, and when he does , I know that he is healthier than when I got him . I have kept Green Iguanas for 55 of my 65 years and plan to continue . You are doing an awesome job rescuing many animals that would be dead without you. Glad you are encouraging folks to consider other pets than the standard cat or dog. Thanks for all that you do !

[@DragonFang409]

belizeguy you’ve been keeping iguanas since you were 10? That’s really impressive!

[@belizeguy]

@@DragonFang409 Thanks, My parents were very understanding. Home was in the NC Mountains and our bathroom was always the warmest around as the iguanas stayed there when it was too cold for them to be outside . Mom rarely used that bathroom because she said that they watched her and it creeped her out!

[@dantan1249]

@@belizeguy i had a similar experience with mine. i think it was a female though. she was feisty when i got her but she calmed down in a few months. from then it was great. she could go outside and wouldnt run away. she would sit on me and even sleep next to me in bed.

[@belizeguy]

@@dantan1249 Glad you had a positive experience . Since I wrote this , my rescue guy iguana has calmed considerably. Even more than I expected. I still get the stink eye and an occasional tail slap, but hey , no more trying to eat me ! I love them .

[@maskful]

🙌 wisdom was spoken I enjoy the mean animals I like learning how to work around the teeth

[@mirheitz81]

Well we're doing everything right with our iguana actually. We live in Florida and we have an exterior/interior room with full wrap around Windows. There's no ac in that room and it's sunny and humid. (we keep our house at 77 anyway) We have the heat lamps placed right, big big enclosure, a water pool/bath. And he gets salad every morning and supplements when needed. He's a bit anti social and will whip his tail at you, but we rescued him and here we are!

[@bookisheliza1427]

why would you keep your house at 77 all the time? That's too hot to live in. I'm from New York and we have our heat at 58

[@mirheitz81]

@@bookisheliza1427 haha because we hate been cold that's why we live in Florida! Anything below 70 makes me shiver.

[@bookisheliza1427]

@@mirheitz81 I lived in Florida for 3 years and we always had it down low. Plus it's awful to sleep in a room above 60, it causes health issues.

[@mirheitz81]

@@bookisheliza1427 haha it doesn't cause health problems! I don't know anyone that puts their thermostat that low. We're all just fine. I would have to put layers and layers of flannels and blankets if it were that cold and I would be miserable and shivering.

[@bookisheliza1427]

@@mirheitz81 I'm in med school and it does effect health :). It effects thermoregulation, causes cognitive issues(thinking, memory), skin issues and hot temperatures also effect REM sleep which in its self effects numerous aspects of your life. I get cold in 60s degrees, that's why your wear pyjama and cuddle.

[@aprilshowers6102]

So I guess I had a 1 in a million iguana! Never hada cage... COULD walk far outside with on my shoulder he was fitted with a small dog harness and leash.. He was ALSO litter trained to poop in the tub! UNLESS he was mad at you then he'd shit right in front of you on the floor... THERE IS SOOO MUCH MORE... But ill keep it short! ;-)

[@gabsbrown6903]

Naw, you just took care of yours super well :) they're hard to take care of, but once they're there they're good, just like a puppy, but worse.

[@aprilshowers6102]

@@gabsbrown6903 he was beyond amazing!!! When i was preggo bubba would climb himself up on my bed lay along my side and put his hand over my belly and my daugheter would kick!! He'd look at me EVERY TIME.. Almost like... 'MOM.. She likes me see!!' AFTER she was born.. He watched her from a distance... BUt was ALWAYS curious! Once she was a few months old and rolling around... He would walk up along side her where she could grab his tail at the end.. (Where it wasnt sharp OR harmful in any way...) And drag her around... He did it ALOT.. The first few times i seen it.. I didn't know that that's what he was doing and I took her hand off INSTANTLY... Then he kept doing it! Once she was walking... He would again walk up to her.. Cock his head.. Look at her (it's like thats how they communicated.. They understood each other!) And she would pick up his tale very lightly and carefully and walk around the apartment! They were best friends!! I miss him sooo much! He enjoyed going for walks with us! I also had a lil stereo boom box thingy in the. Bathroom on The sink counter... He would climb up onto the toilet (thats also how he got into the tub to poop and pee!) Then use the toilet paper thingy as a step.. Get UP ONTO the sink counter and climb onto the stereo! The mirror was there... Watching him check himsef out was a hoot and flaring up his dolap was sooo funny! Ugh sooo many stories! I rescued him for a drug addict... I DIDN'T KNOW a damn thing about reptiles! BUT I sure as well WASN'T letting him stay there a moment longer!! Took him a lil bit to trust me... And me for him for that matter! Once we did tho... We grew leaps and bounds!! My cat also loved to cutl up with him under his heat lamp...( Oh and should mention I NEVER caged him! Like ever!) And they would sleep like that... I DON'T KNOW if i would ever get another one.. From whats being said he was very RARE! I was only ever whipped twice... Both times was in his defence of a dog... But he was up in me... While i was pregnant we had hurricane Juan (I'm in Halifax Nova Scotia) and it devistated the city... So i had to go to my now ex father inlaws cause they had water and bubba needed water!!! Sorry its sooo long... I just ENJOY telling anyone who will listen... I miss him dearly!!

[@gabsbrown6903]

Reptiles are some of my favorite animals to work with. I've worked with a lot of rescued wild reptiles who had to be kept at the wildlife center I worked at due to disabilities and I've been around them in general my whole life. It really depends on the lizard, but I've always had great experiences, and lucky for me I live in florida, and these guys can live in the enviroment here naturally, so it's super easy to get a good enviroment for them. (Especially if you're like me and act like a crazy person leaving your air conditioning off most of the time during the day)

[@aprilshowers6102]

@@gabsbrown6903 yeah im not sooo lucky with the weather... So happy to hear your esperiences have been good :-)

[@hexxuss1]

Not one in a million. All the ones I've had are like that with some work put into them. They're amazing, intelligent & beautiful pets.

[@deepblueaquatics4091]

Mine was huge an would fallow me around like a puppy an climb on my shoulder an sit i could walk around the block or in stores an he would chill best lizard ive ever owned an he was wild caught

[@jeremyarroyo360]

That is. Rare for a wild one to be like that once they have a owner. That iguana claimed you😂💯👍 it 💘 you alot

[@deepblueaquatics4091]

@@jeremyarroyo360 he was definitely was cool i miss that lizard alot now im waiting on a blue iguana

[@uniiqsh0364]

I currently have a blue aqua iguana first time with them but I’ve have a bearded dragon before.

[@deepblueaquatics4091]

@SKITTL 3Z sorry for the late reply i just worked with him everyday an kept him with me as much as i could he just got chill from being held he became a spoiled brat he passed away from old age but he was a good lizard i now have a blue iguana that is becoming tame they make good pets if u take the time to bond with them

[@EmoRiverGirl]

After hearing your "i have 10 animals its hard already" comment I am really curious as to your thoughts on Taylor Nicole Dean? I think it would make a very interesting video.

[@thallh]

Alex Barrowclough Sis, she lives in a small ass apartment. You can calm down she ain’t gonna fuck you

[@TraveleroftheBurningAbyss]

Alex Barrowclough She has proven that she CANT take care of them. This beautiful girl however KNOWS what’s she’s doing, and you can tell just by the way she talks about her animals.

[@TraveleroftheBurningAbyss]

Alex Barrowclough if you have common sense and have any experience taking care of reptiles then I shouldn’t have to explain it to you.

[@TraveleroftheBurningAbyss]

Alex Barrowclough No, most people can’t. I’ve worked at an animal sanctuary for almost 9 years now and most people do NOT know how to take care of them. But you’re right, people are lazy, and Taylor is one of those people.

[@TraveleroftheBurningAbyss]

Alex Barrowclough What in the fuck is wrong with you I care about animals more than myself and if you want to see proof then go watch “what ever”s videos because it’s all valid or at least good to consider. She has no cooler in her axlotl tank, even though she lives in ARIZONA, her snakes are in tubs on a rack instead of proper tanks, ventilation, and heating, she can’t buy a timer or a proper heating set up for her reptiles in general but she can pay for tattoos and lip injections so she can have the DSLs that Johnny loves so dearly? Fucking eat my dick. She’s bullshit and is in way over her head, and has NO experience OR schooling for Zoology other than having some pets as a kid. I have a bachelors in Zoology and there are so many things she is doing wrong. Next please

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

I took care of a iguana in the little rescue for exotic animals I worked at and he was stunted in his growth and very used to being handled because his former owners basically treated him like a dog. Elias was calm enough to take out of his huge enclosure and show to the school classes that visited each day and he was fine with being touched by a few of them. He also liked walking around one of our rooms every now and then but they are certainly not a pet for someone who doesn't know what they are doing. They have a very specific diet(some of which will grow in your garden) you have to look up and their heating and stuff can be very expensive over time. Elias was born in captivity and truly one very special iguana due to how he grew up but most of them just aren't like him and certainly not cuddly pets at all. Also yes an iguana can rip you a new one without even trying. We had a new guy who wouldn't take him out of his enclosure like we showed him and we had to call him an ambulance because Elias claws cut open his whole arm from wrist to almost the elbow while trying to get away from being held like that

[@emmasimon2485]

i had a green iguana named charlie who sadly passed away yesterday. he was 27 years old, which is a pretty good life. he was always a pretty sweet lizard, actually, and surprisingly never snapped at people. this is a great video, and it really just depends on how committed you are to own one of these animals.

[@Angelface11]

Aguanas used to be the big thing.. And very expensive.. Now I see them for 20 at the pet store. Which can be an impulse buy and they get huge. So not fair and I've seen them kept in cages only as long as their tail... Low aquariums. Such humans should be made to live in rooms the same size as their body.

[@KristenLeanneVlog]

that's sad... if you see that again, walk out with the pet and don't say a word. Find it a better home.

[@thirdeyereptiles1772]

Angel Face yes that’s what I have observed also. They make these animals so cheap, leaving them to being neglected because people have no idea what they are getting themselves into !

[@McStudXD]

I got my iguana about 2 years ago now, she is really nice to me. and yes it takes a lot to care for her.... we are currently building a room for it in our house now...

[@amelianevillechannel]

Would love to see a day in the life type video of what you do for all of your pets day-to-day!

[@xs_4689]

No one: Literally no one: Me: Watching "Why Iguanas Can Make BAD Pets" with my IGUANA

[@nenia120]

hahah this is bringing back so many memories! One of my best friends had an Iguana. He had a one bedroom house and the Iguana got the bedroom and my friend slept on a futon in the living room. I can remember one time when the Iguana was downstairs with us and I was laying on my stomach watching a movie. The Iguana started climbing up my legs and back and stepped on my head and climbed over and he took his good ole time doing it too. Oh those claws feel good. (yeah not so much!) I remember having to go to the grocery store with my friend for greens, veg and figs often. figs were the fave. & I remember him bathing the Iguana so he would poop and always having to be a little leary entering the bedroom since they are territorial. You never know where in the room the Iguana will be or if he'll be happy to see you at the time. Anyway.. I haven't really thought about all this in awhile and just thought I'd share. ;)

[@ayeshabehery1400]

Im crying with laughter at the iguana having the bedroom!! Omg :'D

[@deninalevesque4583]

We rescued an iguana and he was kept by so badly when we got him. He would try to whip us with his tail but literally after 3 days of us feeding him properly, a huge amazing enclosure and proper lighting he let us pet him, hold him and hand feed him. We never had a problem with him and he was 3.5 feet when we got him and 5.5 when we gave him to my uncle who gave him a whole room. We let him roam my parents bedroom for a few hours every day. I don’t understand why people think they’re such hard animals to take care of or have around. They can be amazing pets for the RIGHT people.

[@hexxuss1]

That's a lot of work to some people... if you compare it to something like a Ball Python who feeds maybe once a week, poops about that often, and has no UV requirements (only heat), it's a pretty different level of "easy" lol. Iguanas are normally VERY tough to care for. By the time you got yours, it was already past its "puberty" stage which is when 90% of all the biting, tail-whipping, etc takes place. If they're tamed out before that, then they're AMAZING as they get older/bigger. You got lucky. Raising one from a baby is harder than caring for 20 beardies. They are VERY difficult to care for earlier on (I have 3 regular Iguanas, and 4 other ones in 4 different species). Been working with them since the 90s.

[@deninalevesque4583]

Heather Hale he was pretty young still, we took him to our local reptile/exotic vet and he was NOT nice when we got him as I said. Tried to bite, scratch and tail whip if we even opened the crate we got him in. After realizing we weren’t his old owner and were actually going to care for him properly he changed completely. My boyfriends parents had 3 from babies over their lifetime and all of them were great growing up and when taken out of their room weren’t mean or territorial. Maybe we just got lucky with the 4 iguanas we owned, but they were amazing and are easy for people who have already owned some reptiles. I never said they would make for a good starter pet like a beardie or ball python (yes I’ve also had both) which can also be quite a bit of work for someone who’s unknowledgeable. No matter what all reptiles are hard to care for, yes an iguana is more for someone whose already had some experience, but that comes along with certain snakes and geckos and every other reptile. Not looking for someone to sit here and tell me I don’t know things that I do. It comes down to people need to pull their heads out of their asses and research animals before they buy them 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@nickyfransky2440]

Iguanas sound harder to look after than your average toddler 😐

[@robertgomez7409]

There more abusive

[@hexxuss1]

They are NOT a beginner reptile. I'd actually put them between experienced & expert level really.

[@jaylambert599]

Iguanas are quiet. Dunno about you but that's a plus in my book :P

[@Marina-pf2rk]

Never ever in my life did I want an iguana as a pet so why am I watching this video? 😂 Very good video though! I learned a lot ☺️😜

[@chloesines3506]

After watching this video I don’t think I could own one thank you for putting this video out

[@eleanor3497]

I have a green iguana and she is great, I am sick of people wanting to get one that cute and tiny but can’t handle them when they get 5 feet long. I rescued mine because I’m very experienced and she is finally gotten quite dosile and is very nice ( to me anyways)

[@devondawson5887]

On my mama bro

[@manuelguzmanvinas3295]

I've had mine for 17+ years, it's been living on my backyard for at least 8-9 years no enclosure, she comes to the kitchen to eat when hungry. I live in a tropical island, temps are same as their natural habitat

[@alberteschmidt6920]

A lot of "pet tubers" tend to sugarcoat the work of having certain pets, but you dont. thank you for your message about the hard work that goes into caring for this animal, this might have saved some iguanas from neglect. lots of love from denmark

[@beatrixrain2221]

When I was younger this dad would bring his iguana to pick up his kid from daycare everyday

[@starr5043]

I rescued a baby iguana about 3 years ago. We were moving a family friends of ours and he had this little iguana. In a small 30 gallon tank. No lights and in his attic. He was so skinny. I could see his ribs. He had so much stuck shed. I did so much research and eventually rescued him. In a couple months he was finally a bright green, he had weight on him and his stuck shed was gone after a lot of coconut oil rubbing and love. He was my first and he’s still thriving. He’s a big boy now. At first he used to hide and whip his tail a lot and now he will just sit on your lap. It was definitely a struggle but I’m very happy I saved him

[@hennaparviainen6603]

I actually have iguana and she live good life with me and my family. Shes amazing❤️🦎 shes almost 6 years old🦎

[@EvilCarrotSauce]

I had a green iguana for nearly fifteen years. She was the sweetest thing ever, so sweet and friendly with other animals.

[@tabithawallen7716]

My grandparents had one for us when we were kids. They had a hillside just out back of their home that they fenced in and let Reptar (we were big Rugrats fans) roam every day it was warm. When it was cold, they had converted a small bedroom into his room. He was the sweetest and would freak people out when they first met him. He died at 16.

[@ashleyrenee3028]

I didn’t know most of that! I’ll make sure to tell my friends/family NOT to get an iguana as a pet! Thanks for informing me! 😊

[@KristenLeanneVlog]

Kinda crazy huh? I mean they make fine pets if you can provide all of that for them. But people going out and grabbing iguana pellets and keeping then in tiny cages should have never gotten one to begin with!

[@ashleyrenee3028]

Kristenleannimal Yeah. Most people I don’t think can provide that environment! It’s a lot of responsibility. I have 2 guinea pigs & 2 dogs and they’re enough haha. But they’re sooo worth it! Animals are the best 😍

[@cheyanneparker9006]

I just lost my 14 year old green iguana, she was my absolute best friend! She was so difficult to take care of but every second was worth it, she was the best. I loved her with my entire heart. If you can handle all of these things, they will change your life.

[@louisesharpy]

You look so darn cute !! Love your lighter makeup. (They eyes). I just love all your babies. And you care for them all !! Love you

[@KristenLeanneVlog]

Thanks lady! I think this makeup had been on my face for so many hours at this point lol. Happy Thanksgiving!

[@unknownawkward]

I had my beardie boy for nine years. Very easy. Let anyone and everyone hold him. Never had to hand train him he just loved being held and was not a jumper. Could take him everywhere. Got a Leo about a month ago now and he’s nuts. Won’t let other people touch him only me. Takes leaps of faith off my shoulder or body when I’m trying to clean his poop or mist his dirt. Beardies eat way more but so so much better for a starter or kids.

[@minxiimayhem6781]

I rescued a blue iguana from a pet store that was injured and stuffed into a very small tank with 7 others... he was suffering from a burn that ended up growing a bacterial infection that caused his tail to start rotting... I now have him under treatments and gets daily injections which are not cheap. My iguana is barely over a foot long and I had to go spend hundreds on just a gigantic fish aquarium which is literally the size of my wall. Not to mention the lights and heaters my electricity went up to over 300 per month .... if people arent ready for too be giving injections and ointments everyday or cant afford the expenses it's definitely not the pet for them. This is my gorgeous scale baby and I make sure I have everything no matter what I have to go without but most people dont make that sacrifice or even bond with them :( thank you for educating people about reptiles or beaks my heart to see so many end up for sale to people who don't know what they're doing :(

[@AnnieNorthman89]

If only I had this video to watch 13 years ago.. I have had a few iguanas 🦎 they were taken care of by me but where I got them from the environment wasn’t pretty good. I did have one that would bite and it is not fun and the scratches.. my god 😫 it sucked. I love my pets but I don’t think I would be getting another iguana right now. I’m very happy with my dog 🐕

[@JolienNathalie]

I’d love an update on your rabbits 🤗🐰 Are they allowed to run around in your house? How do you like to keep them entertained? Has Brixton’s personality changed now that he’s bonded? Did you potty train your new bunny? What are some of your fave rabbit friendly brands? I’ve been a bunny mom for about 8 months and I find that not many pet youtubers talk about their bunnies 😊 Love you 😘

[@berlakoi9626]

Love ur channel! Also, can u do a tour of all ur animals enclosures?

[@KristenLeanneVlog]

I haven't done that yet actually. Great Idea! Thank you!

[@berlakoi9626]

@@KristenLeanneVlog thank u for all the great information u post on ur channel!!

[@exponentatom6254]

My mom had an iguana that loved her with all of its heart. It was generally nice and stayed in my mom's room most the time. When my mom had me, Izzy (the iguana) nearly killed me because my crib was in my mom's room (keep in mind, this iguana is 20 pounds and I was a nine pound infant). I agreed with this video so much because so many people dont know what they're getting into.

[@h20-melons79]

I have 2 iguanas and I was still learning about them and if I do say so myself, i am a pretty good owner but after watching this video I feel bad, I don't think they make bad pets. You just have to commit to having them.

[@savannam.7048]

Thank you so much for this. I used to work at a pet store, which I now abhor, and frequently discouraged beginners/impulse buyers from picking out iguanas and chameleons, especially female chameleons. Trying to explain the amount of work, the amount of money, the time span, the delicate nature of some of them, special needs for females, utility bills associated with them, etc... It was exhausting. The mentality of, "well they're tiny and cute now, I'll worry about that later..." Is so dangerous. Iguanas are like having children in a way. It's insane. And a lot of people just don't generally have the forethought and planning to really care for these needy animals. Much love to those who are dedicated to rescuing such care intensive critters.

[@elaafalmalek7401]

Proper iguana habitat/tank/cage setup video please!😭

[@jeremyarroyo360]

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[@retroslid3]

I visited my dads friends house when I was young. They had two iguanas and they were massive and extremely aggressive. Only experience I’ve ever had with them

[@arkaprestige8051]

Of course iguanas can attack or be defensive, for male in the mating season they became more aggresive, but for some reason they are so exotic, beautiful and challenging. That's why we as a keeper love Iguanas. Just like some animal, even dogs can bite, it's just the way to respect them.

[@chloezavala5122]

I had an iguana many years back, he was pretty easy to take care. Was never aggressive at all except for first 2 days. Easy to potty trained, he loved climbing on top of me and would just settle down on my shoulder ❤

[@Kira-kg4kl]

We used to have an iguanas at college, the male one for some strange reason fell in love with me, he didnt like anyone, ever, like tail whipping, biting, he would literally lunge at the tank glass. But I could walk in, spray him with his mister and he would sit and chill with me. The college ended up sending him home with me, he had an entire room that used to be a wet room, so was easy to keep the humidity up. He lived for around 9 yrs after being with me but was almost 10 when he was given to me and previously abused :( Really great to see such an unsightly video!! I would never get another iguana unless they were to bond with me like he did

[@peachypenguin181]

I have an iguana. Big boy is going on his 6th birthday soon and he has been nothing but amazing. Yes he had a bad attitude when he was going through breeding season but other than that he is super sweet and loves to be handled

[@itdatbexxa7371]

I don’t think I could own a iguana but to you saying that you can’t “walk down the street with them” idk if I’ve just met like three really lucky people, but I’ve had three customers at my pet related job bring in there iguana and it’s been the most tame animal! It just was chilling in there shoulders and hanging out. Must have gotten really lucky!

[@hexxuss1]

Just takes work. Have worked with them off/on since the 90s & was able to take most of mine out & walk around with them. =)

[@septarian3337]

I'll never forget this girl on my tennis team in HS because she had an iguana that was at least 3 feet long and it was in shed when I first saw it. They were keeping it in about a medium sized dog crate, its tail was sticking out of the cage I remember that. It also had one of the worst smells to it that I've ever smelled. Idk if that was it's all the time cage but I remember while also being terrified of it, also feeling super bad for it. Oh yeah and I live in Colorado so there's no chance that iguana was getting the correct humidity let alone the slightest bit of proper care if that was the cage they kept it in.

[@isaacwhales2262]

I’ve had a bright blue iguana for a little over a year( a very rare morph of green iguanas) and my best advice is you have to be okay w/ a look dotn touch animal. And when you feed them they will come for you, and stupid as it sounds stand your ground if u flick at then they’ll atack and if u run ur hand away, they’ll chase it off and be too aggressive.

[@hexxuss1]

I've worked with Iggies since the 90s. I force-handle all of them (and I don't wear bitch mittens (gloves lol)). The scratches are part of owning an Iggy, so is the tail-whipping. Anyone who isn't okay with that really shouldn't have one. At some point, you'll probably get bit - and you'll bleed. Once they hit about 2-3 years old, they normally chill out as long as handling is 1-3 hours/day. Blues are super common now - it's all about the cool axanthic & albino morphs now. =) I have one red, one blue rescue & one albino (and 4 other Iggies in 4 other genus/species). Mine don't come for me when I feed them at all. They should definitely be touched - not touching them or being afraid of them is the WORST advice...

[@AshendrisSilvermist]

I accidentally said "Lepper Gekker" one day and my daughter will NOT let me live it down ^^; I'm glad to see I'm not the only one XD

[@briannabrooks6806]

always wanted a lizard of some sorts, boyfriend caught a wild baby iguana and it was my very first reptile. spent hours researching and bought everything for him immediately. i’m obsessed with him and he’s been with me for almost 3 years now ♥️ has a 6 by 6 enclosure with 3 levels ✨

[@extrapotato]

My great uncle had a iguana in a dog kennel in California and would let him out on the balcony to climb into the trees outside. He lived for 10 years til one day their luck ran out and the iguana never came back. They assumed he was in one of the trees that were being cut down. Was a very sad ending for the lil guy

[@art9487]

I have a blue iguana named Buddy and when you hold them enough they'll stop being aggressive towards you sometimes they'll still be aggressive towards you but they'll be less aggressive

[@terrythedragon3638]

Just from a quick google search I read an article about Iguanas where it said they´re native across Southern Mexico (part of North America), Central America and part of northern South America.

[@hannahlastname739]

When I was in 5th grade, we had a green iguana. He was honestly really sweet, unless he was stuck or it was mating season. During mating season he absolutely hated my dad, and would chase my mother around a lot if we took him out of his cage (or if he got out, his cage was homemade and if we didn’t remember to put the bottom bar on the doors). He bit my mother a couple times, but it was always because he got his foot stuck in something and she had to get him out. The only time he ever hurt me though, was when (because I could let him crawl on my head; id put my hood up and he would climb up because dad wasn’t usually home so I was the tallest person in the house) well one day, he wanted on my head. He wasn’t willing to wait for the hood to go up this day, and knew his hands would get stuck in my hair if he climbed up the back of my head with no hood. So, he decided to climb up my face and those ten minutes ended with us all thinking I was going to lose my eye. It’s an absolute miracle he didn’t break much skin. As much as I absolutely adored him, and as much as he was a very tamed sweet boy compared to most, DO NOT ffs DO NOT GET A FUCKING IGUANA. Even if he’s very very tame, there will still be times they act up; even if they mean no real damage by it they CAN AND WILL mess you up. Whether they got aggressive over something, or they simply want to climb on your head and misjudge where they can put their feet, they will hurt you and most people can’t handle that and the animal should not ever be punished because you wanted something fancy but couldn’t handle the struggle of taking care of one.

[@Ziggyzoo-wl8ug]

I've got one, I've had him 2 years now, he's about three years old and in breeding season. He bit me pretty good last weekend, I'm glad it was through a towel cause it would have needed stitches, he broke skin and left a nice bruise through it. He's only 3ft, got about 3 more to go. And he's gonna be free roaming when I get my own house

[@Hello_Fuckers0]

My first ever reptile was a green iguana, researched for 2 years before getting him. Raised him from a baby and he was a big green puppy.

[@marthatorres3648]

A reptile store near me had an iguana roaming freely through the store. The iguana was super chill! I guess one in a million!

[@jeferforever]

I work with a 7 year old female green iguana who is the chillest iguana i have ever met. She likes to just sleep on her logs or give you the side eye. I can leave the cage door open and she just pokes her head out and falls asleep there, shes not too big into adventuring. She does seem to sense fear though, in new people who know iguanas can be mean she will puff up at them to kinda show them shes boss but she has never bitten or gone after anyone.

[@Nena_2jz]

i have a green iguana named Niño, definitely a hard reptile to tame. I walk him etc he LOVES going out with me I usually take him out on my shirt with his leash just incase he has yet to jump off lol. But I don't think they're too bad other than their very moody. He loves to roam my house and he loves food as well.

[@converseforever3]

When I was little I had a teacher who taught out of her home & she would let her iguana roam around the house freely (when it was in an enclosure it was a TINY tank for an iguana, I wanna say about 60 gallon). One time it was sitting on a whole bunch of stuffed animals & little 5 year old me who didnt know she even had an iguana, went to go pick it up thinking it was a statue or somethin. Literally have the scar to this day. Little sucker got me GOOD.

[@christiandianne6175]

I grew up with an iguana and my dad owned one his early 20s so he had it when I was super young before he passed away and he was super sweet and friendly. The one we had when I was older was a little sass master. My sister got one and he’s super chill, I think it all has to do with how you interact, how young you get them, and just their personality and learning how to deal with it because the sassy one we took awhile to figure out his personality and then he was awesome.

[@Vallettoj]

Bearded dragons can actually live for 12 years on average (or more). I know people who have had them for 17 years. They live so much longer with proper husbandry in captivity, than in the wild.

[@thirdeyereptiles1772]

JustJor Bearded dragons are my all time favorite reptile! They are literally like dogs of the reptile family😂🙌🏼🦎

[@Vallettoj]

Third Eye Reptiles yesss!! Me too! They are my absolute favorite! I have 2 boys that I treat like my babies 🥰

[@savannahorne5951]

I have a green iggy and clubtail iggy, I love both of them but they are very hard to take care of! But I love them very much so I'll do whatever I need to, to take care of them. Definitely are territorial and like usually few people. Very sweet when they do like you though. I used to have an axanthic iggy but she was sick when I got her and she unfortunately passed away. But she was surprisingly sweet and loved cuddling but I might get another axanthic iggy to love on. Thank you for educating some people's on how hard it is to keep these babies vibrantly alive!

[@livinabettadream8114]

Lol loved ur video. Grew up with ten iguanas and this video reminded me how awesome my iguanas were. I walked my iguanas on a leash and they had hand made leather harnesses, we also potty trained them to potty in the shower so it washed away. Made life easier.

[@kloncey]

I've had an iguana for about a year now, and honestly I can't say they're difficult to keep at all. Then again, I have a large house and plenty of room to offer a good sized cage for him. He's also my first reptile that I've kept personally, although I have cared for other reptiles in the past. He's super super friendly, and whenever he sees me he'll come to the glass doors and ask to be let out. His favourite place to hang out is at closed windows, where he'll climb the blinds and look out. I'm rambling now but.. Iguanas aren't as bad as people rumour them to be. They have a stigma behind them when really they're just little babies. When cared for properly, they have the potential to be very tame and sweet, loving animals. I know this is not the case for everyone, and I'm not denying anything said in this video, but they're not psychotic little devils who will whip and bite you just for the sake of it. Unless provoked, teased, or traumatised from past experiences, their temperament is fine. Their claws do cut, but they don't hurt too bad, and clipping their claws is super easy and fast, since you just need the very tips gone. So, if you feel you've wanted an iguana, and can provide proper care for one, but this video has you a bit disheartened, I believe that if you're sure you've got the skills to deal with a pet that needs a lot of space, socialisation and heating, then why not give it a shot.

[@sala321ify]

I had a green iguana, and I completeyyyyy agree with you on everything! The only thing about him, that his tale never fell off. My little boy love to be in the room with us, he went out of his cage all the time when he grow a bit bigger.

[@ceciwolfcat7]

I had two, they were amazing and I miss them. They had a huge cage with branches and stones, ate tons of veggies & fruits, and heck YES, they're sensitive and require a lot of special care. If you want them you have to love them and be ready to pay a reptile vet.

[@kalaharrelson3994]

When I was growing up we rescued two iguanas and they were a lot of work but so worth it! I loved them dearly

[@kaylaojeda5149]

I love videos like these bc it really puts it into perspective whether or not people can/should own them. I also think a lot of people watch pet youtubers and think they can do it regardless of their own experience bc owning these pets is being “glorified” I guess. Not saying pet youtubers are like advocating for everyone to own these exotic pets but they show how great they are and how fun it can be so I do appreciate vids like this bc it reminds people that even the pet youtubers know their limits!!

[@dillonmarino4222]

What kind of monitor do you have? A lot of monitors die in captivity because they are wild caught and the care and how small they start and get very large mostly talking about water and sav monitors not tree. But i find monitors harder than iguanas due to diet water amount and cage size

[@Ejfabiszewski]

I own a green iguana and I've had him for over a year and he's cool as heck. He's huge and once in awhile he gets pissy but it's fine. He's super awesome but they are alot of work

[@katepoelman339]

I just rescued an iguana . He is aggressive and missing some toes and the end of his tail. He is roughly 4 years old. We have an entire room designated for him as he was kept in a small rabbit hutch. He has left his mark on his previous owners in the way of a tail whip to the face. To person needed to get 14 stitches.

[@karmensandoval4232]

My neighbor had an iguana who wasn’t energetic at all.He kept her in such a small cage that had no height.When she was in the cage she would be curled bc she didn’t fit.It was heartbreaking.

[@hexxuss1]

That's heartbreaking... :'(

[@morganjohnston1112]

I have an iguana that I’ve had for almost 3 years now, and I agree with all of this! We ended up having to build our own cage for her and it was expensive and time consuming. My iggy is about at friendly as they come but being on the wrong side of that tail left welps on my arms. Definitely not a beginner reptile. Great video!!

[@mablepugh4459]

VIDEO IDEA: your animals care difficulty ranked easiest to most complex! educational, fun, and also will help people decide when they’re shopping for pets. i’ve never seen this video idea either (;

[@veezavm]

I have two green iguanas, I’ve had many in the past. In my opinion they are amazing pets, I love them so much ☺️🌸

[@pinkyman5155]

Every thing you said is spot on, also because Iguanas like to climb they try to climb up a person as high as possible which means tearing skin to bits and the scratches itch like hell. They are very strong and you won't get a full grown one off you once he clings on. Also Iguanas react to the hormones that human females give off around the time of the month, it makes the animal aggresive and it may try to bite or attack.

[@elizabethpokos7303]

I own two rescue iguanas, and I can say that you pretty much nailed it with the "cons" of caring for an iguana. Great video!

[@Sad_Beetles]

I have a sad story, my moms first reptile was an iguana, ( this was before I was born) she took care of it so Incredibly well, she had him for 8 years but one day a blizzard knocked the power out for a few days and unfortunately the iguana froze to death, my mom beats her self up about it but there was nothing she could do :( sorry to be so sad but I just wanted to share this story

[@Heatherreseller]

So happy you started off by how big the enclosure needs to be or designated area and it’s large! Not to mention the diet! Huge variety of veggies they need!

[@katlynsisco94]

I really cant say much about this i have an iguana she was rescued at the age of 3yrs. You never know what you're going to get with ANY reptile. But she is the sweetest most loveable reptile out of the very many that i have

[@alyssacortez6900]

As an owner of a big boy for almost 9 years, I full approve of this video.

[@410ab]

I know to im late with this comment but am i still "reptile startter" if i have 2 camleons and 1 gecko

[@PetrieExe4267]

Not many people can talk me out of things. An Iguana is an animal I've always wanted. Now I don't. Thank you, really, THANK YOU!

[@mattcox3496]

I currently have a red, and have had various greens, and always found them to be pretty easy maintenance. They require a lot of handling, and love baths, but it's all easy to me at least.

[@DaveDurham]

Yea but they are a lot of fun!

[@FuriedHearts]

I bought an iguana from Petco when I was like 8-9 years old and had him for maybe 6 months to a year (can't remember). I was a super nerdy kit and did TONS (I mean TONS; 3 to 4 months worth of nonstop reading) of research, but still, I can't believe I actually got one and I also can't believe Petco sold iguanas back then. I'm not sure if they do still (highly doubt it).

[@Kevin-ui8cz]

It’s nice when someone is completely honest about what caring for a specific pet entails; without sugar coating and making the downfalls seem like nothing compared to the benefits... I understand wanting to give reptiles a good name and not dissuading people from giving them homes, but when there is misinformation you get beginners buying animals they end up not wanting anymore; and boom ya got released iguanas running around backyards like evil squirrels in florida. Bearded dragons and leopard geckos are good beginner lizards; personally I would say bearded dragons are the number one choice; they are easy to care for and easy to tame - and if they are in a bad mood they let you know well before they bite.

[@stephanienicole8402]

Another thing to mention is that the uvb needs to be on a tropical spectrum (5.0 for tropical, and 10.0 for desert animals). It also needs to cover a majority of the length of the cage because unless the animal is directly underneath that one bulb, it’s not getting enough of it (and don’t forget to change the uvb bulbs out every 9-12 months varying the species) Iguanas are great..... for the right person. You nailed it 💚

[@tee1]

I have two iguanas now. A green iguana and black spiny tail iguana. And they are both so rude. I hope they both calm down but if they don’t I will love them regardless. They are so beautiful.

[@kayl4329]

I have an iguana and he’s getting really aggressive. We did our research and did everything we could, he has a giant cage and we’re even building him an even bigger one out of a bunk bed. I don’t know what else to do.

[@meshandax]

For chameleons do you have to have the ENTIRE room the temperature they need or can you just keep their cage the temperature they need

[@reinphall]

I had an iguana growing up. He was super smart. He used to always break out of his cage so he became a house pet, no cage. He was litter box trained with that cats and never pooped in the house. He was smaller than my hand as a baby and grew to about 5 feet long. And yes he loved to sit in the bathtub and soak! He would typically sit at the windows for sun too, but I lived in Miami. All of his meals were fresh salads topped with lots of vitamins/supplements and his favorite treats were grapes and hibiscus flowers we would pick from outside the house. What's funny is he preferred certain colors over others.

[@dougrussell1926]

My first iguana lived for 15 years. People don't realize that it is a long term commitment. Basically mine had his own bedroom, and never paid rent once.