[Pigtailz]

Got my Gecko around 2 month ago and i can say i love him x

He is such an ace gecko thought id show him off to you x






Thanks

Rosie

[Theresaq93]

He is a very cool looking gecko !

[cricket4u]

I would be concerned about the substrate he is on, not only it can be swallowed but it can cause eye irritation as well. He is a handsome little man though

[Pigtailz]

Originally Posted by cricket4u

I would be concerned about the substrate he is on, not only it can be swallowed but it can cause eye irritation as well. He is a handsome little man though

I have been recommended from a gecko breeder to use this as this is whatthey use x

[Thorgecko707]

beautiful gecko. sand can be ok if you are careful. dont feed in tank, keep misted, and all that.

[thehotchik1000]

If you have sand the most important factor is your husbandry and feed.
Most impactions are cause not necessarily by the sand but bc the animal is lacking something (nutrition/ vitamin wise) and he's trying to gain that by eating the substrate.
What I would make sure of is check to see the sand is not silicone but quartz. Silicone sand does have a habit of building up in the intestinal tract. You won't have an issue right off but 6 mon to a year later you could.
My adult Leo's have lived on sand for 5 years with no issues. I also feed in the cage.
Now I'm not saying everyone should use sand. But it's up to the person who wants to use it to research, and know how to properly maintain all aspects of the husbandry.
If you are a newer person to keeping Leo's yes I would suggest switching to an easier substrate.
Anyways I hope this is helpful. Gorgeous Leo!


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[Pigtailz]

Originally Posted by thehotchik1000

If you have sand the most important factor is your husbandry and feed.
Most impactions are cause not necessarily by the sand but bc the animal is lacking something (nutrition/ vitamin wise) and he's trying to gain that by eating the substrate.
What I would make sure of is check to see the sand is not silicone but quartz. Silicone sand does have a habit of building up in the intestinal tract. You won't have an issue right off but 6 mon to a year later you could.
My adult Leo's have lived on sand for 5 years with no issues. I also feed in the cage.
Now I'm not saying everyone should use sand. But it's up to the person who wants to use it to research, and know how to properly maintain all aspects of the husbandry.
If you are a newer person to keeping Leo's yes I would suggest switching to an easier substrate.
Anyways I hope this is helpful. Gorgeous Leo!



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It is calcuim sand which i was adviced from the breeder/seller this is more than ok for him. If they are wrong whats hould i use as i can get hold of slate anddont want to be using kitchen towel.

[thehotchik1000]

Oh they are absolutely wrong. I would take that calci sand out immediately. Use anything but that.


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[Mardy]

Cute gecko, and I agree with others, you should change your substrate. If you can use slate tiles, go for it. Slate/ceramic tiles are great, totally risk free, and easy to clean.