im gettin a leopard gecko tomorrow. i was wondering if the normal vet will take in these types of animals? just wondering, incase, but hopefully not
2006-08-03 11:25:08 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Reptiles
Aww how cute :o) I love them!
2006-08-03 11:28:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's amazing how people will get the pet first and then read up on them. The gecko needs an excellent terrarium, the bigger the better. The entire wall of the bedroom will do. Be sure to feed the fellow. Few vets know much about reptiles, but you might luck out in your area. Ask the local pet stores.
A gecko needs to regulate his temperature by moving to cool and warm places. Geckos need excellent fresh live food, and a little sunlight. They are nocturnal and a black light is great to observe them.
Please read up on the gecko before you purchase. Build the habitat first. Running water is nice too. A terrarium with a little pool rocks and natural plants and water cycling through a filter.
Temperature is critical for geckos. Get several thermometers. One in the cool area and one in the warm area.
Stores keep geckos in very undesirable terrariums, so don't follow them. Keep the cage clean and have a temporary holding cage for him while you work on the terrarium. During the day a gecko likes a dark secluded place to hang out.
Good luck and smart to use the forums.
2006-08-03 18:38:22 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We had an entire clan of geckos living in a bunch of old asphalt a while back. It was pretty neat seeing twenty of them running around. I am sure there is a vet somewhere that will look at them not sure if there is one in your area.
2006-08-03 18:29:06 · answer #3 · answered by coolforbeer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely, you will want to call and find a vet that specializes in herptology. Your vet can give it a general exam, but he is clueless as to specific lizard health.
2006-08-03 18:29:15 · answer #4 · answered by answer gal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the vet
2006-08-03 18:30:12 · answer #5 · answered by nasajd 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to find a vet that specializes in reptiles because most regular vets don't see or know enough about reptiles. I know from experience.
2006-08-03 18:29:36 · answer #6 · answered by openupthemic 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely. Leopard Gheckos are so cooooooool. I have a baby one.
2006-08-03 18:29:20 · answer #7 · answered by simonsnkr5 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not really, you have to search for an exotic vet. Call around or look in your phone book. Good luck!!!
2006-08-03 18:28:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call all the local vets in your area and ask them if they know if they can take them or if they know where your should take them.
2006-08-03 18:28:42 · answer #9 · answered by Jennifer N 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure! Geckos are soo cute!
2006-08-03 18:28:47 · answer #10 · answered by Blondie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should ask a vet that, and THEN get the gecko. depending on the answer.
thats what i would do.
2006-08-03 18:28:40 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋