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Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Second shed in about 2 weeks in Leopard Geckos | Health & Diseases

/\ WOW, Michele! Shaking my head back & forth. Is Miss MooMoo a bit hefty? Thanks for your update! Donnie is doing extremely well adjusting to his...

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05-24-2022, 04:03 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Second shed in about 2 weeks in Leopard Geckos | Health & Diseases

The "line"/newer tail end I see is maybe 1 inch from his tail tip. The tip seems a little rounded. The skin texture may be different there.

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05-24-2022, 05:29 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread "Reptilian Diaries" . . . . . . Frank Colacicco -- January 2019 onward in Field Herping & Travel

#42: West Texas ~ Part 3 ~ We're herping for the snakes of West Texas! Alterna!! Subocs!! Get some! Herp Photography! Published: 24 April 2022 ...

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05-24-2022, 12:31 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Second shed in about 2 weeks in Leopard Geckos | Health & Diseases

The ONLY way to tell Donnie's age is IF the breeder (or someone else) knows his hatch date. Do you see a "line" encircling Donnie's tail that...

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05-23-2022, 02:31 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Second shed in about 2 weeks in Leopard Geckos | Health & Diseases

Just in case ~ For link 124 click: Weekly Feeding & Supplement Schedule 124 for leopard geckos 0-12 months old

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05-23-2022, 02:14 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Second shed in about 2 weeks in Leopard Geckos | Health & Diseases

Many thanks for sharing "Donnie + slate substrate" on this thread! :banana: You take great photos!

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05-21-2022, 11:38 AM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread UVA lighting? Vitamin overdosing? in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Hello Sebbie ~ Please share the dimensions of your 40 gallon breeder. I have those lighting specs now. What are your day & night room...

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05-20-2022, 11:35 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread UVA lighting? Vitamin overdosing? in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

I recommend setting up your enclosure with a proper heating gradient prior to getting your leo. Please share the exact measurements of your 40...

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05-20-2022, 10:56 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread UVA lighting? Vitamin overdosing? in Leopard Geckos | Husbandry, Housing & Heating

Welcome to Geckos Unlimited, Sebbie! UVA & UVB are different! Do you wish to use UVB from the beginning? About how old is your young leo?...

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05-19-2022, 07:21 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Wellness Checkup in Leopard Geckos | Health & Diseases

It's highly recommended to keep leopard geckos in a simple setup (paper towels & such) for 3 months prior to having their wellness check. ...

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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, 12:16 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, 11:18 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, 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, 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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05-14-2022, 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, 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, 06:03 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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05-12-2022, 06:40 PM

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

This ramp may work well! After you place Donnie on the "steppy thing" a couple times he may figure out it leads to bugs!!! You da boss, Michele....

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05-12-2022, 05:38 AM

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

So we seem to be having an issue. . . . . . . Feeding option #3 -- Anchor glass bowl, 8 oz. Approx. 2 inches deep. The dubia can't escape it,...

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05-11-2022, 09:51 PM

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

I use a white deli cup with a hole cut in the center of the lid, big enough to admit the gecko.

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05-11-2022, 09:21 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Minor panic question in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

What a breakfast treat! :coverlaugh: You're doing a great job finding your bugs, Donnie! :yahoo:

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05-09-2022, 10:38 PM

Elizabeth Freer replied to a thread Minor panic question in Leopard Geckos | Food & Feeding Issues

First breathe deeply, but DON'T hyperventilate. ;-) Dubia have a tendency to hide. They could even hide from Donnie. Even though I feed...

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