Rescued Dinosaur Loves To Cuddle With Grandma | The Dodo

Giant lizard runs to greet his dad when he gets home and loves riding shotgun 💚
We talked with his dad, Jake, about how he rescued Blue and made him his son.
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[@ShadowRosea]

Fun fact a lot of monitor lizard species have the intelligence and playfulness as a dog Edit yes I know he isn’t a monitor lizard he just reminded me of that fact

[@anthonychihuahua]

🤔 I would've never guessed! 🤯

[@Deathscythe91]

my savannah monitor plays tug of war with me using a dog rope he intentionally comes seeking out that activity , sometimes even brings the rope with him and then just stares at me with those dino eyes XD saying YOU KNOW WHAT I WANT btw the video is a tegu XD

[@zim_christ_lion]

I agree. 🤍💛💚

[@FencingMessiah]

This is a tegu lizard tho not a monitor. Although I'm sure they are also personable

[@That-No-Moon]

Tegu are omnivores and like to eat some vegetables while monitor lizards are pure carnivores.

[@lisahoupt1335]

The lizard is beautiful, and what a beautiful bond with the grandmother.

[@notme2day]

Beautiful bond with the family. Such an amazing creature... loving this!

[@kuceracm]

Tegus can absolutely be very affectionate pets. Look at this and tell me that reptiles cannot feel love.

[@Rainbow-yh6ov]

Thank you for telling what type of species this is! I was just going to ask. I’ve never seen this kind of creature before, and it’s fascinating. The story is wonderful as well!

[@doggo9567]

They don't feel love their brains literally don't make the chemical

[@david-kc5hr]

​@doggo9567 your not wrong but they can develop trust and the biggest part of love is trust, so with tegus want to be extremely social this person isn't to far off

[@Scaad267]

Beautiful … Love comes in many forms, Blue gives new meaning to “emotional support animal” 🦎

[@almagarcia7968]

💚your comment

[@martensdcm]

It took him a little bit of time to warm up to you because he did not feel well. You take such good care of him. It is nice to see this bond.

[@bentnickel7487]

Tegus reach sexual maturity at 3 y/o, I wonder if that had any relevance? Chances are, you're correct, it's hard to focus when something is feasting on you.

[@DorianAmoson]

It took him time to warm up cause he's cold blooded 🙄

[@mrmoviemanic1]

And you all thought Jurrasic World was fake. We've got Chris Pine and Blue right here and it's just as adorable.

[@KeanuChrist]

Chris Pratt in shambles right now.

[@zablnc]

wrong Chris, dude

[@beanerguys64]

@@zablncnope they definitely got the right dude brah

[@dad4ever-c90]

If you told someone you had a pet and his name was Blue, they would probably picture a HOUND DOG in their mind. Imagine their reaction when a giant lizard approached them and was as just as affectionate as any dog!

[@notme2day]

OR ... WHEN they mention dinosaur... You think Blue from Jurassic Park. 🙃 ❤

[@DarkoZeaSparrow]

@@notme2dayyesss

[@varski76]

Well to me it makes a picture of the raptor in Jurassic World when you say the name Blue.

[@RandomManIncorperated]

​@@notme2dayOr The Cartoon Character Bluey

[@nightponyinrface6009]

Blue is a very good example on how large reptiles can be just as loving as a dog or cat.

[@DarthDread-oh2ne]

Grandma’s boy.

[@chuchubas]

I live in south of Brazil and the heavy rains over here flooded the entire state (the state is the size of Italy and the whole disaster is worse than Katrina and the death toll is on the rise and it will get worse after the water level drops) and everybody should know what's going on over here. There are thousands of people working non-stop and around the clock rescuing humans and animals (from dogs/cats to pigs, horses, chickens and so on) and we're getting donations from all over the country and over the world. There's one rescuer you should feature, she's Deise Falci and she's been rescuing animals with a small motorboat with lots of volunteers and lots of others are making this huge effort to rescue animals even with firemen discouraging the rescue of pets.

[@carriebradley7634]

You are all in my thoughts and prayers! God bless your country and all within it.. human and animal! Stay strong.

[@bea.beccari]

Oi amiga! Respondendo aqui pra dar up no seu comentário, já fiz minha doação! Desejando toda força pro RS se recuperar dessa tragédia ❤

[@broomrider4699]

Bless all of you and let your fire fighters know Australia thinks they suck! Animals deserve to be rescued more than a lot of humans.

[@blessedbeauty2293]

- I am so sorry that is happening. I'll pray for everyone && the animals. Thanks for everyone who is helping. Keep spreading your word && get your voice out there. 🙏🏽

[@LemonBomb24]

May the Wild Mother bless this courageous soul with luck and speed. I wish only the best for the one suffering from this disaster. 🌻🙏💖

[@gogogg4610]

That's the coolest lizard or dragon? I can't tell!! Doesn't matter, Blu is beautiful!!!! 💙🩵

[@wasabee8228]

It is called a tegu! They come in different colours even 😅 veryyyy sweet animals. Have worked with some the past few weeks!

[@lj401]

He's amazing and very lucky to have you and your family!

[@gogogg4610]

@wasabee8228 that's what I couldn't remember!! I've seen several docu on them... theyre amazing animals!

[@400medley]

What a cute precious boy! Lotta ppl don't realize the larger lizards are social and need affection and attention.

[@guy-tn2ud]

I love the ending with Grandma doing her nails on the couch with Blue watching.

[@h.o.j2375]

Before anyone goes and rush out to buy a tegu and expecting they all turn out like this I can assure you the reality is very different. They are all individuals but majority of tegus are not this affectionate. They are more like cats than dogs in personality, they come when they feel like it which is usually when they want food or they will come to you for protection if they feel threatened😂(when taken outside at the park and there are other dogs and humans around). I have two tegus, one raised from a juvenile and can tell you with much experience they do calm down as they get older but most will never act puppy dog like. They will hang out with you on the couch and may cuddle up to you if it’s cooler in the room, they tolerate us more than anything. Mine lets me cuddle up to her and pat her all over but she is just as happy to be left alone if not more happy😂. As juveniles they are prone to biting because they are food aggressive and easily mistake your hand/fingers as food, if you buy any animal expect to get bitten by them at one point or another. Training them and wearing gloves during feeding so they don’t associate your hands with food will help. I am writing this long message because I have seen it happen quite a few times, people dumping their tegus because it had bitten them. Saying they are aggressive etc etc… in fact these people have unknowingly trained their tegus to bite them because when they go to feed them, the tegus will try to bite cause they go food crazy and usually the thing that comes into nearest contact are hands, then these people still throw in the food for their tegus. Soon the tegus associates biting them with getting food, you see where I’m going with this. It’s equal to rewarding a dog for bad behaviour. For anyone considering getting a tegus after watching this video please take all above points mentioned before buying one.

[@ariadnefrolich7243]

Bless you for writing this.

[@al77709]

Thank you, it's so easy to see a well-behaved animal and ignore the hard work that goes into training and learning about it, as well as natural variance in personality from one animal to the next. The way I see it, tegus are comparable to badgers: large, intelligent, curious, not inherently aggressive, still able to rip your face off with casual ease. They can be great companions to people with the means to care for them, but they're not for everyone.

[@zetazeta1422]

How is he not supposed to love you? You are the best dad ever 🥹❤️

[@shaunehilton9617]

Blue is so affectionate and loving. The extra care he needs or wants is worth it. Reminds me of my 14 year old Bearded Dragon, that passed away snuggled into my neck ❤❤

[@danasandoval624]

Many lizards are very affectionate and are clean smart creatures. They need specific care and people need to research them so they provide the best care for them. 🐾🐾❤️❤️😺😺🐾

[@mlowe7245]

❤heartwarming. I love Blue❤

[@WolfInTime]

Tegus are incredible animals, very smart, they can be very affectionate (after a lengthy process of bonding) but they are NOT easy pets. They require a very carefully balanced diet, they can be very temperamental and aggressive, particularly when they’re feeling hormonal. And that bite? Yowza. It hurts like hell. A male tegu can bite with the same force as a fully grown jaguar. Not to mention their poop is super smelly and looks like scrambled eggs 🤢 not great to deal with if you have a weak stomach. Please keep all this in mind if you’re looking for a pet tegu- there are many abandoned ones because people got them when they were small and cute, and quickly got overwhelmed. They need a lot of space.

[@sandyfarley260]

Thank you for this honest report!

[@lindaj171]

He's so beautiful. I grew up on a farm in Canada and would rescue salamanders I found in the cellar of our old farmhouse. I've never had a lizard but I love all animals (a little wary of snakes though) and I've always like to watch people with their lizards.

[@billwilson3665]

Some animals are just smart enough to know when they have it made.

[@virgoleo81]

Tegu lizards are intelligent, playful, and affectionate. They make great pets, but are a lot of work!!! Make sure you do your research before getting any pet!

[@averieldeathrider8407]

I love so much that he even gets the socializing with the friends & family!!

[@erikadowdy2382]

What an Awesome baby❤ I love his Chonkiness😊

[@bestbeasts]

That is amazing how affectionate he is. Oh, and he doesn't hit with his tail like a whip:)

[@atis9061]

Dude- you fostered this relationship with incredible patience bravo 👏🏻

[@nattywho]

He is so cute and he looooves his gramma…😊❤😊❤

[@aliengirl6836]

Your LOVE shows🤗🤗

[@Tullerchris]

Tegus are the best period!! I have four myself with my oldest being 15. And really it doesn't matter if they're wild caught, abandoned, abused, or neglected prior. If you put in the time and have the patience, that tegu will quickly become your best friend. They also all have their own personalities and are super intelligent.

[@susanmulvey6311]

What a love bug!! So darn cute!!❤️

[@blessedbeauty2293]

- What kind of lizard is he? He is drop dead gorgeous 😍 ✨️ ♥️ 🤧 ❤

[@mr.d00m37]

Argentine black and white tegu

[@Scott_M.Fuentes]

Pets are so lively and good acquaint. Watching this reminds me of my pet Ricky ( blessed memory) . Who I died because of my lack to care and to be available due to the nature of my then job. I miss you Ricky

[@MacKenzie.Sodersten]

Oh I'm grieved reading this right now. So sorry for the your lost. How have you got to cope ever since then??? Did you get another pet to replace Ricky or was your bond with him so much that you couldn't bring yourself to do that

[@Scott_M.Fuentes]

@@MacKenzie.Sodersten Oh thanks for your compassion man. Well it took me months to grief Ricky but once secured a well paying home job that pays Thousands of dollars and still gave me lots of personal time thanks to laura muller ; I got a new Pet in memory of Ricky you know ; now I make it my first priority to ensure his well being and it's being like riding a roller coaster man. Never being more happy. Still miss Ricky tho

[@Scott_M.Fuentes]

she trades with my capital and makes my profit

[@Scott_M.Fuentes]

she exchanges with my capital & makes me my Earnings at the end of the exchange.

[@JonathanBarnet__]

@@Scott_M.Fuentes Omg, I'm loving how this sounds. How does one get in on this?? Or maybe get hold on your business partner?

[@legatobluesummers1994]

You're my boy blue you're my boy!

[@jonibarger3147]

He's beautiful!

[@1996pola]

So beautiful

[@a24396]

You're my boy, Blue!

[@MrSmi31093]

I have seen things in my life, But this is AMAZING! There are no words to explain this relationship.

[@gaymertime]

SO FREAKING CUTE!!!!!!!! Love this and hope blue loves his family forever!❤❤❤❤

[@84jdgregory]

This was a really special video. I have no desire to take care of a reptile but this dude put the time in to show us this Gila that’s super chill.

[@physetermacrocephalus2209]

This is an Argentine Tegu. Thier King is named Gus Gus and he is pretty rad.

[@jimroberts3009]

Clint would agree! 😊

[@S1N1CAL]

After 2 years of unconditional love after a rough patch he just had to tire out of his anger. Classic reptile move.

[@jjs1300000]

The lizard is beautiful 😊

[@JodyJoe-JJ]

Blue the tegu loves all the attention, affection, caresses, loving & being included in everything, he just soaks it all right up, he's a good boy☆☆♡

[@evelynberrios8164]

Pure love and the best is he is happy and secure in his love. Thank you. 🙏

[@paulworgan6599]

He seems very happy and well cared for.

[@fashionfashionguru]

So sweet to see your friends and family petting Blue. What a sweet boy.

[@matchrocket1702]

Amazing.

[@kerriminx18]

God, I want a Tegu something terrible, they are such wonderful reptiles ❤

[@Thulgore]

Tegu's are absolutely fascinating.

[@AnimalsRWild]

How sweet! I love lizards so much. I had no idea you could rescue them.

[@ghettoguero2396]

Tegus are such sweet and interactive animals. They’re thinking, you can see behind their eyes. I love those scaly pups.

[@bandruidh8581]

Todas las especies pueden dar y recibir amor, aunque pueda parecernos que no, desde la más grande a la más pequeña merece respeto, cariño, atención y cuidado❤

[@almagarcia7968]

Si👍💙🙏

[@BrianLockett]

It is one of my strongest beliefs in life that anything alive that can exhibit fear, can also exhibit trust. And anything that can exhibit trust, can develop a bond with care and time.

[@EstrellasYCartasDivination]

I have a chihuahua that’s a straight up grandmas girl… what is it about grandmas that every pet loves? 😂❤

[@wasabee8228]

A Tegu !!! They are soooooo sweet and smart ❤

[@Gman-cr8rq]

Guy U rock. Taking care of a Lizard is tough. Friend has 1. But when they come around they can have such smarts and love.

[@CristinaF210]

incredible, I love Blue

[@GeorgeMRobert]

Hello Christina 💕👋

[@jackie-k]

How cool that all your family and friends love him too!

[@tatjanaherrmann4053]

Was für ein wunderschönes Tier❤

[@zc4905]

All living creatures show/need affection! Be kind to our beloved critters

[@creoshin9082]

Such a misguided sentiment.

[@blackosprey2219]

Mosquitoes?

[@gidw5833]

​@@blackosprey2219not all mosquitoes drink blood and all Species are important wetland pollinators

[@ipoison3862]

You are a very good dinosaur owner ❤ Blue loves his Grammy ❤❤❤

[@LolaLaRue-sq6jm]

I never could understand why people like lizards but if they were all as sweet as Blue, I would get one too.

[@rawrimreptar08]

that is one chunky boi

[@j.b.macadam6516]

Although I'm not really a big reptile fan, Blue would probably be the exception!

[@lilsuzq32]

Everyone needs their very own dinosaur!!!

[@janetmarshall7171]

Blue Is SOME KIND OF LIZARD!! He is simply breathtaking!! Just Beautiful To Look at!! What a sight to see!! Blue Is Really BODACIOUS!!❤😊

[@saopaulosoul8714]

In Brazil we have these as common in our backyard as Americans have squirrels. They are very chill laid back. BUT they can be nuisance when they steal your chicken eggs. We have two dogs who keep them away from the coop. But we love having them around otherwise. They keep rodents away, and therefore keep snakes away! Big plus having them around.

[@PocketChangeInspector]

I just saw a Tegu lizard out in the wild the first week of May while visiting Florida.

[@happykt]

What a lovely chonky boy.

[@franciebelcher4594]

A beauty, that Blue😊 What a sweet story❤❤❤

[@AquaSunny]

It's so wonderful to see LOVED animals !

[@jonathancarlson6127]

"You're warm. I like you."

[@TheMaibus]

:o the magical lizard pupper

[@catlovely5438]

SO wonderful to see Blue out and about, cruising around and not kept in a little glass prison! He's living la vida loca with you all❤

[@elliott5478]

Blue’s beautiful! ❤😍

[@S1N1CAL]

2:02 Look how blissed out he is with that hot shower, like nothing in the world could bother him

[@thenewtowncryer]

Danka!!!

[@fireinateacup89]

The reason the Tegu was antisocial temporarily is probably because he was going through his puberty phase, where they do become aloof and defensive for about a year or two. They do typically come out of it and mellow out quickly once they're adults.

[@NormanF62]

A Tegu is the mostly easily kept monitor lizard in captivity. They’re the most placid of the varranids and Blue is one of a kind. 😊

[@jimroberts3009]

Tegus are not monitors or Varanids. They are Teiids.

[@anthonychihuahua]

Ha! I have the same PetGear 2 step doggy steps for my puppers that Blue has for his terrarium doorway!

[@Blindsyde5762]

Beautiful Tegu ❤ lucky to have such a loving owner. I was surprised to see him riding in the car on such a nice interior, without protective blankets , or something lol. Gonna scratch up them nice seats !!! 😂

[@justhimo2728]

he spoiled 😆😹 he became huge

[@Spikyzzzz]

That's a bejeweled dog right there mate

[@shr00mski]

What a cute, confident tegu 🥹

[@asthecrowflies737]

Aww,. he is gorgeous! Such a joy/

[@TheHamishX]

What a well cared for tegu! Great pet parents.❤

[@Marvamac]

What a great lizard dad❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@treasurechest123]

Beautiful story of love!

[@precise3291]

Tegu or Monitor? Beautiful!

[@mrvn000]

Reptile love.

[@donnagamble5283]

What a nice lizard!❤

[@moonytheloony6516]

That's precious

[@bitmasala]

Beautiful lizard

[@deborahzahler913]

In Gratitude for this story of Love. As Blue and his Family and friends have done, so too As we see the Beauty in every Being we can help make Reverence for All Life a Way Of Life in our Hearts and in our World. 🙏💜🦎 💙🌈🌍 🕊️🕊️🕊️💙

[@antoniusrono]

Everybody ❤ Blue 😊😊😊

[@IrieAllDay88]

This warms my heart ❤.

[@mrredfairy1]

Cute Dinosaur.

[@MunchiieXO]

Loving Blue!

[@justinamontgomery2618]

Blue is beautiful! One of my daughter’s middle name! So have to rescued him and give him a loving life with so many who love him!

[@squibbelsmcjohnson]

Livin the good life