My crested gecko has a dent on its side. Should I be concerned?

Keep an eye on it. It may be "normal" for your gecko or it could be localized trauma or infection. If it gets bigger or affects his eating, then have him examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles.

Thanks for reaching out about Oakley and including photos. As the lesion on the pictures appears superficial, they should heal well without further attention. Monitor, measure and correct any husbandry or dietary concerns. Good luck.

Thanks for reaching out about Keet and including a photo. If you are referring to the area over the left shoulder, that could be a bruise or contusion. If not affecting gait, continue to monitor. If off food, seems in pain, a veterinary visit is recommended to assess and review diet/husbandry. Good luck.

Thanks for your question about Ava. I am glad that she is eating well for you, and that her attitude is good. I didn’t see exactly how long you have had her, but she likely just needs some time to put on some weight. She seems to be going in the right direction from what you are describing. As far as the brien discoloration in the mouth - yes, this may be mouth rot, but there are other causes as well. Given her thin body condition, she may have been a bit sick when you acquired here. Since she is eating well, you could give things time to see if the spot goes away. endure that your husbandry is ideal, as this will be very good for her and will help with healing. If her attitude or appetite decline, or if she loses weight or fails to gain weight, then I would recommend having her seen by a veterinarian. I hope that gives you a place to start, and congratulations on your new pet!

Overall, she looks quite thin. The kinks in the tail may be an early indication of metabolic bone disease (MBD). 21 C is a bit cool for her. Cresties do best between 25.5 C and 27.7 C Ideally, she should be evaluated by your veterinarian to confirm and treat MBD or other illness/infection. Submit a stool sample to diagnose intestinal parasites. IN the meantime, you can review care at the link below. http://www.reptilesmagazine.com/Care-Sheets/Lizards/Crested-Gecko/

Thanks for reaching out and including photos with lesions. This could be a result of a poor shed, infection or trauma. If doing well and eating/acting normally, maybe wait until the next shed to see if lesions disappear. If he appears ill, a veterinary visit is recommended. Good luck.

Thanks for reaching out about Salem and including pictures. This is not normal but appears to be a small abscess, possible from a piece of retained shed, trauma like a splinter or trauma from rubbing the nose on things. If he will let you, a warm compress might help organize the lesions. Likely this will open and drain, but if it persists, a veterinarian should be seen. Good luck.