Obesity can be helped in different ways, mostly healthy diets make it worse, due to the fact the last thing they could want is food. Exercise regularly could help. If there are heart issues talking to a doctor could help too; we can educate people, and others with this issue by helping those who struggle with obesity, and spreading the word. Psychological issues can be helped, yet biological can't, this misconception can lead to different things in public, most people could be shamed; or looked down upon, yet it can be helped.
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Some suggestions I recommend would be to not reach to pick it up from above you because this can startle him and make him feel threatened. I've also heard that being near the dragon helps a lot too. It can create comfort for him, knowing that you're near. This can also help him get used to you without overstepping boundaries. Try stroking its head when you pick it up and when you feed it, make sure you hand feed. If you choose to hold him, don't overdo it. Only keep it short and try doing this multiple times a day.
It's going to take time, so be patient! I hope this helps you and your baby stop feeling threatened near you. :)