Possible new Leo owner

[HighnMighty]

Hey everyone, just stopped in to check these forums out as I very well may be the owner of a new Leo shortly. Are there any recommended websites that someone could mention if they don't mind pointing me in the right direction. Thanks

 

[sunshinegeckos]

You can browse through here or do a search for any specific questions you have.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leopard_gecko has good information

also try http://www.geckotime.com has some good articles

otherwise google is your friend

congrats by the way!

 

[HighnMighty]

Thanks! I am reading some articles now! Are there any online websites for buying Leo's that stand out above the rest?

 

[sunshinegeckos]

look at the sponsored sites above and there are many other breeders on these boards. I think there is a list of them in the breeding section

 

[HighnMighty]

Ok thanks I'll check them out. What is a reasonable price to pay for a basic starter leo? I don't really want to spend to much as it is my first. I have a four year old beardie so I am fairly weathered in the reptile world.

 

[OnlineGeckos]

Price depends on the morph, genetics, and size. I'd say average it's between $70-$150 for a basic but good looking geckos. You can find them cheaper, or more expensive. But my suggestion is to browse as many breeder sites as possible before you decide on one.

 

[notacoshells]

go to crestedgecko.com they have really cool geckos you can choose from. Leopards, gargoyles, crested and alot of others. I know the name doesn't sound like they have leopard geckos but they have a really big selection of hatchlings and adults. The babies are also reasonably priced.
hope this helps

 

[sunshinegeckos]

Maybe look and see if there is a reptile expo in your area. Usually you can find a leo for a good price there.

 

[PaladinGirl]

I bought my first leo for I believe $15 or $20 from Petco. They were marked down that day from $30. Many people will tell you though that if you decide to get one from a chain pet store, you're taking a risk because they can often be compromised due to poor care and/or disease. I lucked out with mine, she looked healthy when I bought her back in February and has remained healthy.

Your best bet is a reptile show, where you will find reputable breeders (but there are also a few people that call themselves breeders selling very sickly-looking animals). I also recommend the site sponsors up above. I went to a reptile show and met some of these sponsors, like Ohio Gecko and Retribution Reptiles and their animals looked excellent.

Not sure if they're a sponsor or not, but CrestedGecko.com has awesome geckos; I just ordered one from them. It is being delivered next week. Hatchlings tend to be cheaper; I'm paying $75 for a diablo blanco morph. The shipping is pricey though; $50 for overnight. I think it's worth it because they come with a health guarantee. They are much less likely to be carrying a disease than chain pet store geckos.

Look for signs of good health wherever you choose to get your gecko. Scrawny geckos with scrawny pencil-like tails are a bad sign.

Anyways, have fun with your first leo

 

[Thorgecko707]

Geckoboa.com is a good place. I love my giant and got her for under150 and she is getting huge. John is very nice and answers emails quickly. Good luck!

 

[rickmoss95]

ohiogecko.com
theurbanreptile.com
jmgreptiles.com

 

[HighnMighty]

Thanks everyone! Hopefully I'll have a little guy picked out soon enough!