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All About Leopard Geckos Care
Choosing the Right Home or Enclosure An aquarium is by far the best choice for your Leo to live. They are relatively cheap and come in many different sizes. Probably the most common choice as a home for your new pet is a 10 gallon aquarium. This is definitely sufficient, but I would recommend that you house your Leo in at least a 20 gallon aquarium. Just doubling the size will do wonders for your pet. They will have more room to run around and exercise, as well as, be less stressed. Once you have chosen the right enclosure, you need to decorate it. When creating a habitat for your gecko, the more natural, the better! One of the keys to a healthy Leo is creating a stress free environment. Having natural looking decor such as rocks, twigs, branches, etc will create a virtual oasis for them. Suitable Substrates If you are wondering what substrate is, it is what is going to cover the bottom of your Leo's cage. There are many different choices of substrate, however some work better than others. Some examples of acceptable substrates are: kitchen paper towels, unused computer paper, Reptile Carpet, slate or tile. These are all considered solid substrates. Some gecko owners use loose substrates like sand or coconut husks. It is not recommended to use loose substrates because Leo's have been known to swallow this loose material which results in severe or deadly stomach problems. Under Tank Heating Systems The natural environment for your reptilian friend is an arid, dry environment. the best way to replicate that is to use an Under Tank Heating System or Pad. this is specifically designed to gradually provide the proper warmth for your pet from underneath your pet's enclosure. These are the best choice because they can be adjusted accordingly to make sure the temperature is just right. If you do not want to use a UTHS, a simple light bulb will work. Whats for Dinner? Insects are your geckos favorite food. They will eat crickets, meal worms, cockroaches, etc. feeding a gecko will be an exciting time! However, just eating insects is a going to be nutritious enough for your Leo. You are going to have to provide some type of nutritional supplement to help keep your gecko well-nourished. As you can see, there is a little work involved in caring for your Leopard gecko. Did you know that most Leo's die within the first 30 days in their new environment? If you are curious to know why and want to know what you need to do to save your Leopard gecko, you must visit "10 Secrets to Save Your Leopard Gecko" Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com |
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