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I am about to get a crested gecko and have done lots of research, but am nervous I'll kill my crestie. You see, lots of people have different opinions about additional lighting. 1 breeder said a heat lamp killed many of his crested geckos, while anot
Hi there! We have a Crested Gecko and have so much fun with him! Don’t worry, they are a great starter reptile and are pretty easy to keep. In the winter we use a red light to keep the tank warmer, but not a specific heat lamp. This keeps the tank warm enough without getting too hot. Also very important is the humidity of the tank. Keeping it spritzed several times a day is necessary. We started with a tank your size and it probably would have been just fine long term, but we ended up purchasing a larger tank because we wanted a different look. Best of luck and have fun with your crestie! Thank you for using Pet Coach.
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Hello. So I was wondering if I should try out another crested geckos food. They don’t seem to really ‘like it’ they only take two or three licks and then they are done. But I haven’t had any other food then Repashy. Should I try Pangea? If so why fla
Thanks for reaching out about Oakley. Both Repashy and Pangea are known brands in the industry but there are concerns on whether they are complete diets for a lifetime. It would be recommended to switch from one to the other, periodically. One might have more of one nutrient, where to other might be better supplemented in others. Both should be well fortified in calcium. It is possible to over-supplement with calcium so probably wouldn't add more than once weekly. Good luck.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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My daughter is getting a crested gecko, but she can't sleep without a dim nightlight on. Is it OK to have a dim nightlight on with a crested gecko in the same room? Also, is it OK to defuse lemon, orange, and oils like that, in the same room as a cre
Hi there. I have a created gecko in my sons room. We love him! I would encourage you to get a red night lamp for his cage. It helps keep the cage warm, adds some light to the room, but is a spectrum that does not interfere with his circadian rhythm. As far as the oils go, there is a lot we don’t know about exotic animals. I would not be too concerned, but I would recommend watching closely for any signs of respiratory symptoms such as breathing hard, not eating etc. Best of luck and have fun with your gecko! They are a great little pet! Thank you for using Pet Coach.
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How do I know if my baby created gecko is comfortable with me holding him? Also, is it normal if I put my gecko in his cage, he'll move to his favorite hiding spot, and stay there until I hold him again? One last thing, based on the pictures I send,
If he isn't struggling or trying to escape, he's probably okay with being held. Don't hold him for too long initially. Gradually increase the handling time to acclimate him. Even though he doesn't struggle, it may still be stressful, so he'll return to a safe place when returned to the enclosure. As he adjusts to his new surroundings, he may begin to explore. A "best guess" on age would be 12 to 16 weeks. Reptiles have different growth rates depending on diet, availability of food and environmental factors.
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My crested gecko is acting really strange. She is bathing in her water dish aswell as drinking alot. Shes sleeping on the bottome of her tank which I dont even remember her ever going down there. Shes very cold no matter what the temp is in the tank.
The bathing and drinking may be due to a degree of dehydration. The breathing and biting at herself may be due to stress or discomfort. Since the symptoms are vague and don't point to any one condition, a physical exam with your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles would be recommended. In the meantime, confirm proper environmental parameters (again if necessary). Clean and sanitize the cage, bowls and any tank furniture. Discard anything that cannot be sanitized. Make sure she is eating regularly and is kept as stress free as possible until she sees the vet.
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