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05-17-2022, 10:43 PM

acpart replied to a thread Paper Towels in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

The vet appointment sounds like a good idea to me. Aliza

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05-17-2022, 10:06 PM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

Oh my gosh yes! He loves it so much!!! When I brought it out tonight to add more roaches, he came out and sat watching me fill it. And I didn't...

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05-17-2022, 03:05 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Leopard gecko diarrhea and loss of weight in Leopard Geckos | Health & Diseases

It could be symptoms of parasites.

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05-17-2022, 12:19 PM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

Oh, and my darling husband just sent me a picture of Donnie's actual litter box (without his presents that he left me since I cleaned it up already)....

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05-17-2022, 12:16 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Leopard gecko diarrhea and loss of weight in Leopard Geckos | Health & Diseases

Hello Milkway ~ The only way to tell whether parasites are involved is to collect a fresh fecal sample & quickly bring it to the vet. Please...

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05-17-2022, 12:04 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

:biggrin: :coverlaugh:

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05-17-2022, 11:53 AM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

Yes, I'll definitely have to have my husband do the video. Although, chances are, I can do it. I just have to be more focused on what I'm doing and...

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05-17-2022, 11:18 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

(Speaking of litter box: I bought one of those little leopard gecko litter boxes people sell on Etsy. OMG!!! He used it! Like I put in it his...

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05-17-2022, 07:34 AM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

Ooo! That's right. I forgot about my steppy thing (which, coincidentally, arrived in the mail yesterday). I will look into whether silicone clue...

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05-17-2022, 12:20 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

What a good idea, Michele! It depends whether silicone glue from a glue gun would create a lasting bond with slate & resin. Perhaps your local Ace...

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05-16-2022, 10:26 PM

acpart replied to a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

Some people do feel that the tile is hard on their feet. I haven't noticed any problems. Aliza

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05-16-2022, 10:24 PM

acpart replied to a thread Paper Towels in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

I have never seen many of my geckos drink. Are you sure your leo never uses the water dish? If you provide only the water dish do you still...

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05-16-2022, 03:41 PM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

Do you mean the cheese trays? I've been looking at them. Donovan's enclosure has floor profile of 12x30 but it's really like 11.5x29.5. So I was...

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05-16-2022, 02:29 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

What do you think about 16 x 12 inch slate tile I linked instead? Slate offers more traction. It has the added advantage of superior heat absorption.

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05-16-2022, 02:22 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

Herpin Man ~ Your food dish recommendation IS a HUGE hit with Donovan!

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05-16-2022, 01:24 PM

MicheleVicchitto started a thread Slippery ceramic tile -- switch to a different variety? in Leopard Geckos | Substrates & Substrate Issues

Now that Donovan is finally starting to explore his enclosure, I noticed that when he walks, his feet slip a bit on the ceramic tiles. So I...

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05-15-2022, 03:25 PM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

Thank you. And I'm sorry.

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05-15-2022, 02:35 PM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

So, I joined the Reptile Lighting group on Facebook and have added lighting according to the recommendations of Dr. Baines. And I added a new...

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05-14-2022, 08:52 PM

acpart replied to a thread Helping a female lay eggs in Leopard Geckos | Breeding & Incubation

I'm not sure there's much you can do. Just don't mess with her and keep checking discretely. If you get worried about her because it seems...

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05-14-2022, 02:29 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

Is some probe lieing on the floor inside Donnie's warm dry hide? I wonder if you reduce that temp to 90-92*F as suggested in ReptiFiles' Leo Care...

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05-13-2022, 09:12 AM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

I'll definitely be setting this up over the weekend and I'll post photos once it's prepared.

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05-13-2022, 07:33 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

No worries. Stick to this thread. :) There's an easy way to add light to your enclosure. Take a Westinghouse 15 watt incandescent bulb, dim it to...

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05-13-2022, 07:17 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

A plastic container should work fine! I'd find one about 3 inches tall. I think a plastic sandwich container would be too confining. You might...

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05-13-2022, 06:57 AM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

Donnie doesn't seem especially about eating in front of me, but he does seem to prefer small meals. So, the container....basically a plastic lunch...

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05-13-2022, 06:51 AM

MicheleVicchitto replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

OK the enclosure is 12x30x16. Yes, I ordered non-adhesive shelf liner, but I'm not 100% determined to use it for him. What he has in there now is...

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05-13-2022, 06:03 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

After considering your options, I think Herpin Man's recommendation for a feeding dish is the best option we have. Take a shallow container, ~3...

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05-13-2022, 01:22 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

PS: I really, REALLY, think Donovan would feel more comfortable eating when he feels like it. That's similar to what he'd do "in the wild". That...

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05-13-2022, 12:03 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread artificial plant suggestions? in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Sometimes a dab of vegetable oil helps suction cups stick longer. There are multiple sources "out there" for artificial foliage: JoAnn's, Dollar...

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05-12-2022, 11:41 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Leopard Gecko feeding dish and eating challenges in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

Sometimes leos like to eat in private. 1. What dimensions is this enclosure? 2. Did you order non-adhesive shelf liner? Had I known you...

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