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    21 Reasons You Need To Start Hanging Out With Bearded Dragons

    Seriously, go find yourself a bearded dragon BFF right now. You have no excuses once you've seen this post.

    1. They will keep you safe from invading forces.

    2. They'll thoroughly check your food for traces of poison.

    3. They're totally game to go 4-wheeling on the weekends.

    4. They understand you have certain base needs.

    5. They'll go with you to the spa, 'cause they like to relax.

    6. They'll teach you the rudiments of magic.

    7. And if you're a good pupil, the advanced course too.

    8. They have excellent hygiene.

    9. They love Shark Week just as much as you do. Perhaps even a little bit more.

    10. They are totally punk rock. (Check out the mohawk, man!)

    11. They heard you liek Mudkipz. Lulz.

    12. They'll always let you hang out in their bedroom.

    13. Cats love to cuddle with them.

    14. Unlike other lizards, they know how to use a snowmobile.

    15. They somehow manage to pull off this kind of hat.

    16. They always dress up for Halloween.

    17. And make their bed in the morning.

    18. They'll watch Ghostbusters as many times as you want.

    19. They are pretty, pretty princesses.

    20. And finally, they freaking love pancakes.