First time Leo "mom"

[camoprincess]

So this is my first time owning a leo. I bought one from pets mart Friday. The first night he had what I guess is a normal "poop" but I looked in his cage tonight and he has two whole mealworms that look like they weren't digested (I'll also add I've been dusting them). On top of that he/or she hasn't been very active since the day I bought it. I'm not even sure on its age. I know I still have a lot to learn about them and my husband's cousin has owned some so he's been teaching me some things but I want to learn everything (lol). What could be causing his/hers "poop" to be like that? Is there a way I can find out how old he/she is? When is a good time to start trying to handle? My husband tried to handle the little one yesterday and it kinda "bit" his finger but I think he kinda startled the little one. If anyone could help me learn everything I need to know I will greatly appreciate it. I'm already addicted to them and want some more lol. I have pictures of "camo" (name we decided to call it since its unisex and couldn't think of anything else) on my profile.

 

[acpart]

welcome to GU and the world of geckos. Your gecko is getting used to a lot of things. It's not unusual for the young ones to hide a lot at first and not come out. It's not easy to tell age, but if you post a picture we'll try to give you an idea. About the poop, there are several possibilities:
--the mealworms in there are actually regurgitated not pooped out because the gecko ate too many (not a problem; it will adjust)
--the gecko is stressed because it's in a new place and its digestive system is a bit off

Make sure the warm spot is warm enough on the floor (low 90s --on the floor, not in the air). Leave it alone for a week and let it adjust. Check it out at night when it may come out and explore.

If it continues to poop undigested mealworms, it will need a visit to a reptile vet.

Aliza

 

[camoprincess]

These are 3 of the best pictures I have at the moment. Could the dusting also be what is throwing off the digestive system? I think I'm gonna give it a few more days to see how the little ones poop is and if not better I think we'll be making a trip to the vet (makes me wish I was done vet school lol).

 

[acpart]

Nice pictures. Given the spotting, I'd guess it's at least 1-2 months old; that's the best I can do.

Aliza