I decided to make a little digging area for my gecko. I've been noticing he tries to dig into the tile and inside his humid hide, so I wanted to give him a place where he can actually dig. I also wanted to give him some new textures to explore.Sand should be avoided for leopard … Continue reading Making a gecko digging box
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How to prepare for a vet visit
Vet check listMake a list with everything you need to take with you and what you need to prepare.Like the travel enclosure, any paperwork or forms, heating pads... Preparing a travel enclosureTry to get everything ready the day before your appointment. Things you need:- A bin, with air holes for ventilation- Paper towel as a … Continue reading How to prepare for a vet visit
How to pick up and handle a leopard gecko
In this post I'll explain the best ways to pick up and handle a leopard gecko, and what NOT to do. How to pick up your leopard geckoThere are a few ways to get your gecko into your hands. The easiest method is to just let your gecko walk onto your hand. Place your hand … Continue reading How to pick up and handle a leopard gecko
Amazing and fun reptile names
Looking for some name inspiration? You've come to the right place! Here is a list of my favourite names for reptiles: Geeky namesSirius - Harry Potter (Siriusss for a snake)Draco - Harry PotterDobby - Harry PotterSeverus - Harry Potter (Severusss for a snake)Luna - Harry PotterNewt - Fantastic BeastsPickett - Fantastic BeastsFrodo - Lord of … Continue reading Amazing and fun reptile names
Where to get a leopard gecko
You did all the research and decided to get a leopard gecko, now what? Where do you find a healthy, happy gecko? Should you buy one from a pet shop or from a breeder... or adopt a gecko in need of a new home? How do find a good breeder? What leopard gecko do you … Continue reading Where to get a leopard gecko
How I take photos of my reptile
In this short blog post I explain how I take photos of my gecko. I also briefly explain how I edit them and which apps I use to edit. SettingThe most important item I use when taking pictures is the playpen I have for my gecko. It's a clothing bin from IKEA (link: SKUBB). He … Continue reading How I take photos of my reptile
How to spend time with your gecko
This blog post is all about spending time with your leopard gecko. A quick note before I go in depth on different things you can do: don’t let your gecko out for too long. If you feel your gecko is getting too cold, it’s time to put them back in their enclosure. BondingWhen you first … Continue reading How to spend time with your gecko
Cleaning my reptile enclosure
In this post I share how I clean my gecko enclosure, I also made a video that you can watch on my instagram by clicking here. What I use:- Zoomed Wipe Out spray (see picture)- Warm water- Paper towels- Towels- Cleaning cloth- Sponge The first thing I do, is take all the decorations out of … Continue reading Cleaning my reptile enclosure
Reptile emergency situations
Thinking about the worst things that could happen isn't fun, but I think it's important to be prepared for everything. Even for things that'll probably (and hopefully) never happen. You just never know, and when something does happen, you'll be glad you have a plan. In this post, I explain how I've prepared for different … Continue reading Reptile emergency situations
How to: gecko emergency instructions sheet
This is a short blog post where I explain what my Gecko Emergency Instructions Sheet is. I keep this paper in a folder in my 'gecko drawer'. My family members know were it is, in case something happens with Arlow when I'm not home. I wrote what to do if something is wrong with my … Continue reading How to: gecko emergency instructions sheet