Care

Belly heat and heat mats: these two ideas used to be accepted by most gecko keepers and breeders as the gold standard for keeping our adorable little leos warm and cozy. However, with the recent increasing push towards the use of overhead heating, is there any truth to our old ways? As a whole, leopard…

A power bank can make a difference in ensuring a leopard gecko’s safety in case of a serious power cut. In 1997, a large colony of captive-bred leopard geckos was left with no choice but to weather through 32°F (0°C) for up to 2 days. This is because the breeder had no backup power source…

Remember the horrific winter storm that happened in Texas and nearby states earlier in 2021 that caused extended periods of power outage? For the great majority of gecko owners within those areas – especially in Dallas where the temperature dropped to -2°F (-19°C) – this disaster will probably be remembered. Considering how vital heat is…

Once you get your first leopard gecko, or any other reptile for that matter, you will soon find yourself hooked – always looking for new members you can welcome into the family. Then you might start considering housing them together in pairs or groups, but the question is: should you? Generally, the cohabitation of a…

Have you ever wondered if your leopard gecko can undergo a neuter process like how easily cats and dogs would generally do? Would you want to consider having it done to your pet for whatever reason you have? Leopard geckos can be safely neutered. Nonetheless, exotic veterinarians do not highly recommend performing the procedure unless…