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Picking the best leopard gecko substrate can be an overwhelming task; learn about some great options to help your leopard gecko live a happy & healthy life!
Updated on November 13th, 2025
Learn the importance of UVB light for your reptiles and the right reptile lights for your pet’s habitat.
Updated on November 13th, 2025
Learn some fun facts about beard dragons, available at Petco. There’s lots to learn about these fun and fascinate pets.
Updated on November 13th, 2025
Do you have questions about what type of food to feed your bearded dragon? Visit Petco to find all the answers on what to feed your bearded dragon.
Updated on November 13th, 2025
Learn how to care for an Arid Skink, recommended diet and habitat setup. Find the right food, supplies and equipment at your neighborhood Petco.
Updated on November 13th, 2025
If he is weak, then yes, remove any climbing branches to prevent falls. You can soak him in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte. This will provide warmth and may treat or prevent minor dehydration. Repta-Boost is an excellent supplement, however you should still provide a powdered multivitamin and calcium supplement. Also, replace the UVB light if it is old.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
A silicone adhesive/sealant specifically for aquaria would be best. These are strong, durable and fish/reptile safe. You can find it in most home improvement stores. GE SCS1200 silicone is also reptile safe once cured/dried. It can also be found in home improvement stores and hardware stores.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Oscar should be eating 2-3 times that amount. He should be fed twice daily. Gut load prey for 24 hours prior to feeding. He should be getting calcium 5 days a week and a multivitamin twice a week. He can eat crickets, dubia roaches and phoenix worms in addition to fresh chopped greens. His basking area should be 90-100 F. The rest of the tank should range from 76 F on the cool side to 86 F on the warm side. Make sure the UVB light is 10" - 12" away from him but no more than 18" away and not blocked by glass or plexiglass. Have him examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles. Submit a stool sample to diagnose intestinal parasites.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Submit a stool sample to diagnose intestinal parasites. Monitor Drogon for difficulty breathing, blowing bubbles, lethargy, or odd sounds while breathing. These are symptoms of an upper respiratory infection. Parasites or URI may cause the condition you are seeing. Bump cage temps up by about 5F for a few days. Soak him in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte twice daily for 15-20 minutes. Make sure the UVB light source is not older than 6 months and use quality vitamin and mineral supplements. If Drogon gets worse or does not begin eating soon, have him examined by an experienced herp veterinarian.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Give him some time to settle down. If the heavy breathing persists or if you hear wheezing, popping or see discharge from his nose or mouth then have him examined by an experienced herp veterinarian. If possible, contact your friend and ask if Draco has ever exhibited this behavior in the past. He could be stressed to begin with at the absence of his owner.
Updated on August 12th, 2025