[header] How to hold a bearded dragon [title] Wash your hands. [step] Washing your hands before you handle a bearded dragon will reduce the risk of passing any germs or illnesses on to the dragon. You may also consider wearing gloves; this has the added benefit of protecting your hands from the dragon's rough skin. 
[title] Approach the lizard slowly until you are able to touch it. [step] It is important that your actions around the beardie are calm and deliberate.