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[tov_13]

I'm new to the geckoverse. I will be getting two, 5 year old, leopard geckos from a friend:main_thumbsup:. I assume they are female since they share a tank. I've done hours of research on them and stuff like that:main_robin:. I was wondering it anyone had any tips or tricks for first time owners.​

 

[mcwendle]

In my opinion. Keep reading this forum for one. Under husbandry are great posts to start.
Don't get too nervous if they don't eat for the first week or so with you. Find out from last owner what they eat and keep offering it. I've noticed with my oldest 8 year old rehome my daughter got she was nervous and didn't eat for 2 weeks until she got comfortable with her new home. Now she is regular.
Other than that enjoy them and enjoy these forums. I do!

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[indyana]

Haha, I agree with reading the forums and learning all you can. Learn about the proper cage setups and feeding from breeders and other hobbyists, and please don't ask chain pet store employees. And ask questions! People in the leopard gecko community are great in that they don't mind giving advice when asked.

 

[tov_13]

I figured not to ask pet stores. I was goggling leopard geckos and a lot of helpful sites came up. further down there was pet co and pet smart and they were all like "get sand!!" but I had read in like 5+ different places about the risks of using sand and about impaction, so I was like no...

 

[tov_13]

do you have any suggestions about traveling. the car ride would be, at most, an hour. how do I "package" them for the ride? and is there anything I heed to watch out for or be conscience of?

 

[indyana]

Usually, a little plastic cage or container (tupperware, deli cup) with proper ventilation is fine. You can include a slightly damp paper towel if you want to provide some padding or hydration. Make sure the gecko does not overheat, and do not put the container in direct sunlight. Usually, I bring a little towel to cover them when they're in the car to minimize stress. Beware of leaving the gecko in a parked car. It's just like with dogs... dangerous risk of overheating. And finally, make certain you put them somewhere secure, where they aren't going to slide off a seat, get knocked/crushed, etc.