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Today, 03:47 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Calcium and Multivitamin in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

UVB Weekly Schedule 154 for Leopard Geckos 0-12 months old (with UVB) *****It's crucial for your leopard gecko to have an enclosure larger than a...

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Today, 03:21 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread New Gecko (and reptile) owner in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

When your leo is about 6 months old cut back feedings to Monday, Wednesday, & Friday with maybe a mealworm snack on Saturday.

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Yesterday, 07:02 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Calcium and Multivitamin in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

When providing UVB for shade dwellers like leopard geckos, Dr. Fran Baines (DVM and lighting guru) recommends a backup dose of a powdered D3...

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Yesterday, 06:21 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Best thermostat for UTH? Please help. in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Please continue on this thread. You can ask all sorts of questions there. ...

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Yesterday, 05:37 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Hello from me and Ignatius in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Thanks! Wow!

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Yesterday, 06:23 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread My Bioactive Enclosure in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Thanks so much, Digs!!! :biggrin:

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Yesterday, 06:08 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread What is wrong with my leopard gecko? in Leopard Geckos | Health & Diseases

Your leo needs an immediate appointment with an experienced reptile vet. With all ocular problems seeing a vet ASAP is paramount! Home treatment is...

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Yesterday, 01:35 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Hello from me and Ignatius in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Great to hear from you and your crew! It has been awhile. How large can beardies grow? I'm hanging in there and enjoying wild waves in Cannon...

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01-16-2021, 07:43 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread New Leopard Gecko Owner in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Try BSFL before you offer Anthem crickets. BSFL can be tough. Did you poke a couple holes in each one with a something like a safety pin?

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01-16-2021, 07:21 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Calcium and Multivitamin in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

You're welcome. Do you mean getting your Reptitherm off your tank? It will take a little elbow "grease" and maybe some Citrus Power Goo Gone. ...

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01-16-2021, 06:40 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Calcium and Multivitamin in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

In order for UVB to be effective, heat & light must be paired on the same side of your setup, similar to what you're doing. A Zoo Med Reptitherm...

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01-16-2021, 06:15 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Calcium and Multivitamin in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

As you were replying, I added questions 3 & 4. Please reply to those ?s too.

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01-16-2021, 05:56 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Calcium and Multivitamin in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

What is your substrate? How are you heating your 20 long? If you're using a heat mat, what dimensions? Is your UVB located on the same side as...

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01-16-2021, 05:34 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Calcium and Multivitamin in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

Hello Lawrence ~ Did you see my reply to your first thread? Please reply to the following issues. UVB must be carefully adapted to your situation....

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01-14-2021, 03:25 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread New Leopard Gecko Owner in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Reptile Basics just phoned back. This person has been using Ultratherm heat mats for about 18 years. He said stick either side of your 11 x 17...

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01-14-2021, 04:33 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread New Gecko (and reptile) owner in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Welcome aboard, Lawrence! All these issues are very important when using UVB for a leopard gecko. What exact brand & name of UVB light &...

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01-13-2021, 06:53 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread New Leopard Gecko Owner in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Was your order double-boxed? Did you use overnight shipping? How long are the crickets you've been buying locally? I recommend 3/8" or 1/2"...

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01-13-2021, 05:07 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Gecko Time: What Goes on in My House?! Photo Essay in Off Topic Lounge

It's a little hard to tell. Is Mr. Blue a gecko? If so, what species?

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01-12-2021, 11:51 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread New Leopard Gecko Owner in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Yes, stick these scenes on the outside.

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01-12-2021, 04:06 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread New Leopard Gecko Owner in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

***** Artwork by your daughters -- at all levels. Gently laminate that for longevity (or not). Brown paper bags cut to size & crinkled a bit. Vinyl...

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01-11-2021, 06:19 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread New Leopard Gecko Owner in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Currently being used for water. I ordered to additional dishes for mealies. Yes indeed. Likely not a permanent thing, just something I'm...

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01-11-2021, 05:36 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread New gecko for my 13 birthday in Getting to Know You (Introduction)

Jacob ~ You probably did a quick reply. When you press "Reply With Quote" that particular message is automatically included in your reply. I...

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