Health & Nutrition - Category

A Guide to Fecal Tests: When and How to Get Your Gecko's Poop Checked

Not to Be Gross, But Your Gecko's Poop is a Crystal Ball Right. Let's talk about poop. Your leopard gecko's droppings aren't just waste—they're a deta...

Is Your Gecko Too Skinny? How to Safely Help an Underweight Leopard Gecko Gain

You Can See Their Tail Bones? Time For An Intervention. Let's not sugarcoat it. A healthy leopard gecko should look plump. Not obese, but pleasantly f...

The Cost of Feeding: A Monthly Budget Breakdown for One Leopard Gecko

Stop Guessing. Here's What a Leopard Gecko Really Eats. Let's get this out of the way: they're not vegans. A leopard gecko's diet is 100% live insects...

Shedding Problems: How to Help a Leopard Gecko With Stuck Shed on Toes and Eyes

Your Gecko's Shed Isn't Just Cosmetic—It's an Emergency Look, we've all seen those perfect shed skins in movies. One neat piece, peeled off like a tin...

Recognizing Early Signs of Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) in Leopard Geckos

Your Gecko's Jaw Shouldn't Feel Like a Squishy Gummy Worm Let's get straight to the point. You're probably here because something feels... off. Your l...

How to Store Feeder Insects: Keeping Crickets and Mealworms Alive Longer

Stop Buying Crickets Every Week. Seriously. Look, we've all been there. You buy a box of chirping, hopping feeders, full of life and nutrition for you...

DIY Repashy Grub Pie: A Simple Recipe for a Nutritious Gecko Gel Food

Why Your Gecko is Begging You to Ditch the Powder (Seriously) Look, those store-bought gel diets are fine. They're the fast food of the reptile world....

The Truth About Pinky Mice: Should You Feed Them to Your Leopard Gecko?

So, Somebody Told You Pinky Mice Are a Good Idea? Look, I get it. You want the best for your leopard gecko. Maybe you heard pinky mice will "bulk them...

Creating a Supplement Schedule: A Weekly Chart for Vitamins and Calcium

The "Hard Shell" Truth: Your Gecko's Life Literally Depends on This Let's cut to the chase. You wouldn't raise a kid on just pizza and hope for the be...

Impaction in Leopard Geckos: Causes, Symptoms, and Emergency Home Care

It's NOT Just Constipation: Why Your Leopard Gecko Gets Blocked Up Let's clear something up right away. Impaction isn't your gecko just being a bit "b...

How to Identify and Treat Parasites in Leopard Geckos (A Beginner's Guide)

Your Leopard Gecko's Gut: What's Hiding and How to Find It Let's talk about something less than glamorous. Parasites. I know, not the most fun topic w...

Treat Foods for Leopard Geckos: Safe and Unsafe Insects & Fruits

Treats for Leckos: The Lazy Keeper's Cheat Code (and Pitfall) Look, we all love spoiling our pets. That guilty little smile when you give your dog a s...

Why Your Leopard Gecko Won't Eat: 7 Common Reasons and Solutions

Cooler Than Comfort? Check Your Tank's Temp Here's the thing about these little desert-dwellers. They're cold-blooded. Literally. Their entire metabol...

The Complete Guide to Leopard Gecko Hydration: Do They Need a Water Bowl?

Yes, They Absolutely Need Water. But How They Get It is the Real Question. Let's cut right to it. Your leopard gecko needs water to survive. Just like...

5 Signs Your Leopard Gecko is Overweight (And How to Put Them on a Diet)

Hey, Is Your Gecko Looking a Bit... Plump? Let's be real. Your leopard gecko is adorable. You love the little weirdo. But you've started noticing some...

Calcium and D3 Supplements: A Simple Guide to Dusting and Preventing MBD

MBD Isn't Just a Bad Back – It's a Gecko's Nightmare Let's cut to the chase. Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) is a horror show. It's not a simple limp. It...

Mealworms vs. Dubia Roaches: Which Staple Feeder is Better for Your Gecko?

Forget the Hype. Let's Talk Real Food For Your Gecko. Alright, let's cut through the forum noise. You're staring at two tubs at the pet store: one wri...

Gut Loading 101: How to Make Your Feeder Insects More Nutritious

Stop Saying "Vitamins" And Start Saying "Gut Loading" You dust your crickets. You’re a responsible reptile owner. But let me ask you this: is your ins...

Leopard Gecko Feeding Schedule: How Often and How Much to Feed by Age

The Hatchling Hustle: Feed 'Em Like It's Their Job Let's be real: baby geckos are pure, tiny engines of growth. They’re not picky, they’re just hungry...