Stuck shed might look harmless at first—just a bit of dry skin on the toes, tail, or face. But if you leave it, it can cut off circulation, cause infections, or even make your gecko lose toes. Here’s how to deal with it the right way, step by step. What Is Stuck Shed? When a…
If you think one hide is enough for your leopard gecko, think again. These little lizards don’t just want options—they need them. To stay healthy and stress-free, your gecko needs three very different types of hides: one warm, one humid, and one cool. Each plays a role in keeping your gecko comfortable, safe, and able…
It’s a nasty surprise, isn’t it? You go to check on your gecko and spot a torn nail, a bit of blood, or worse—no nail at all. Deep breath. Nail injuries in leopard geckos look scary, but most are treatable at home if you act fast and smart. Let’s walk through why this happens, what…
If your leopard gecko suddenly stops pooping, gets bloated, and starts acting strange, substrate impaction might be the reason. It’s more common than most new keepers think—and it can be deadly if ignored. Let’s break down what it is, why it happens, and how to avoid it without turning your tank into a sterile mess….
Thinking about hitting the road with your leopard gecko? I’ve been there. It sounds tricky at first, but with the right prep, it’s totally doable. Whether it’s a weekend trip or a full-on vacation, you don’t have to leave your little buddy behind. I’ll walk you through what worked for me—no fluff, just real advice…
If your leopard gecko suddenly stopped eating, you’re not alone. Mine did too—and I panicked, Googled everything, and annoyed a few reptile forums. But after some trial, error, and a few near meltdowns, I found some simple fixes that actually worked. I’ll walk you through them one by one, no fluff—just real stuff that helped…
If your leopard gecko just sits around all day, looking bored, it might be time to shake things up. Enrichment isn’t just for dogs or birds—geckos need it too. In this post, I’ll share 10 fun and easy enrichment ideas that can turn your gecko’s tank into a much more exciting place. These don’t take…
Ever walk into a reptile room and think, “Why doesn’t mine look like this?” Yeah, same. If your setup feels more like a pile of tanks than a proper space, don’t worry. I’ve gathered 3 reptile room setups that aren’t just functional—they actually look good. Whether you’re into clean and minimal or jungle vibes with…
Most people think all bearded dragons look alike. Brown, spiky, done. But once you start looking into morphs, it’s a whole different world. Some have no scales. Some come in bright orange, snow white, or even deep red. There’s no magic here—just years of selective breeding. And yeah, some of these morphs look straight-up unreal….
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