Leopard Geckos: Caring For Your New Pet (Reptile Care Guides)

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As the second most common reptile bred in the United States, leopard geckos offer pet owners an easy and mostly care-free pet that is suitable for all ages and temperaments. These lizards enjoy being handled and have a flashy, curious persona that make them instant favorites of pet owners. The eBook "Leopard Gecko: Caring For Your New Pet" by Casey Watkins offers up advice and tips for gecko owners about the health and well-being of their new little friends, ranging from information on the gecko temperament to successfully breeding them and introducing your friends to the pet.

Many of us may have seen a gecko, but not many of us know exactly what they do and why they are such fascinating pets. This eBook gives owners information on leopard gecko behavior so that they can know what to expect. These lizards can be found practically anywhere on earth. They hide during the day and emerge and night to look for insects to eat, meaning that at first you may not see your gecko much as it adjusts to a new schedule. One of the subjects touched on by this author is that a gecko's tail will completely fall off in an emergency, so an owner should not panic or assume the worst if they see their new pet without a tail after a stressful incident. In addition, it gives details on the gecko's shedding process so that an owner need not worry when they see the gecko's skin becoming loose.  

Since geckos populate nearly any area of the earth ranging from sheer deserts to lush jungles, they are used to a wide range of environments and living conditions. These hardy lizards can thrive in different environments, but the author mentions that they can be fragile due to their cold-blooded metabolism. The first and foremost rule of owning any reptile is to keep it at a constant temperature so that it neither overheats nor freezes. Since these geckos cannot sweat or shiver in the same way that their owners can, they need an optimum level of heat at all times. This eBook gives you the information needed to keep your gecko in a balmy paradise and be prepared for exploring and climbing. From heat to the layout of its living situation, it explains the circumstances in which geckos live best. Should you be interested in mating your gecko, you can get info on reproduction as well.

A reptile owner who has experience with snakes or turtles may not understand a gecko's dietary needs. This text lays out the feeding schedule and nutrition needed by a gecko. Since they explore readily and move quickly, geckos feed more frequently than lithe snakes or plodding turtles and require frequent replenishment. You can get information about their different dietary requirements as well as a good blend of nutrients in this eBook. Since geckos eat prey that jumps in front of them, you will have to give them live insects, mealworms, larvae, or even termites. Some of these foods are easier to find and this guide breaks down how to mix up a gecko's diet for optimum nutrition.

Table of Contents


1. The Practical Pet
2. The Fundamental Leopard Gecko
3. Making a Proper Home for your Leopard Gecko
4. Breeding and Reproduction Basics
5. Handling your Leopard Gecko
6. Keeping Your Leopard Gecko Healthy
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