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Hi guys, I posted in the last thread but it seems like a good idea to try again in the active one. I've got a leopard gecko, I was keeping him on kitchen roll when I first got him as I did some research and sand didn't seem like a good idea. I somehow (against my better judgement) allowed myself to get convinced to try Calci sand over Christmas, but it didn't sit well with me and having read this thread I'm now eager to get rid of it. I'm going to put him back on kitchen towels for now, but can anyone suggest me a better/more aesthetic substrate? I saw mention of tiles or slate, which I like the idea of. Is there anything to stop me from just using lots of big flat stones? Also, any tips for keeping the tank a bit warmer in a fairly chilly room? I have an appropriate heat mat but I'm worried it's a bit too chilly on the cold side.
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Mistegirl posted:I have slate and love it. I could be wrong, but I think it holds the heat a bit too and should help with the temps. Thanks for the advice! I've never heard of a heat cable before, but I'll give it a try. Out of curiosity, where did you acquire your slate? I'm in the UK, not really sure where to buy from.
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Jan 21, 2012 20:11
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Malalol posted:Wow I think I am in need of gecko slurry. I dont know if they are past that and in dying mode but, tails are pretty much skin and bones (they look like http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2514/3833652711_7892c334ea.jpg ) Oh, poor things. Have you tried them on different kinds of food? Crickets or waxworms instead of mealworms? (waxworms shouldn't really be their main source of food, but if they're that skinny then it's worth trying, my gecko can't get enough of them!) Are you offering live food or canned food? My gecko isn't interested in anything that isn't moving. Is it warm enough in the tank? Are there ary signs of impaction? If you've covered all these things, then slurry is the next thing to try. Surely it's worth the effort and cost to try and save their lives? Getting them to a vet would probably be a good idea too.
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Jan 25, 2012 09:44
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This lovely little leopard gecko lady is arriving next Wednesday. I'm incredibly excited. Am I right in thinking that a three month quarantine and weighing at least 45-50g is recommended before introducing her to my male leopard gecko? 
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Feb 9, 2012 16:09
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Cassiope posted:Oh my god, that is the cutest gecko. Where is she coming from? The Czech Republic. I came across the website of a breeder with some gorgeous little geckos and then proceeded to spend the next couple of hours pouring over them and squealing until I just couldn't control myself.  Pricey, but beautiful.
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Feb 9, 2012 16:48
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Here's a crappy phone picture of my new little cutie. For some reason she really had a thing for the camera lens on my iPhone and made a beeline for it when I pointed it at her. Not had her a week yet but I'm completely smitten. She seems to be settling down a bit, had a fantastic shed last night. I'll be happier once she starts eating though. Look at that cute little face! 
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Feb 20, 2012 14:22
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One of my leos is having a couple of shed problems. I usually stick a moist hide in his tank and if he has any skin left over I'll soak him in some warm water and ease it off. Generally I don't have many problems but last shed he'd drawn some blood on his toes while (I assume) trying to chew some of the skin off. No major wounds and most of the old skin was already gone when I discovered him but he's never done that before. He's also had some old skin stuck to his pre-anal pores for the last two sheds now. I've bathed him several times and tried to gently tug it off but it's stuck fast and the little fella always looks uncomfortable and tries to saunter away. Should I be worried? Also - if I leave a moist hide in there 24-7, how often should I change out the sphagnum moss?
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