>>5025040
Yes, they are highly unintelligent compared to a westie or a pomeranian or something but it has its perks
Dumber animals come preprogrammed and don't require much mental stimulation. When was the last time someone said "my tegu needs daily walks" or "no way is my apartment big enough for an iguana"? Reptile ownership and cat ownership have more in common than you think. Smarter animals depend heavily on learning and need regular entertainment or they go insane, and develop disordered behavior if they miss some crucial learning experience.
Just try not to be a typical owner of a retarded pet, and assume it owns you because you don't understand enough animal behavior to program it