Skinny Leopard Gecko - Why and how to solve it

What is the reason why some hobbyists have thin leopard gecko?
- Gecko may be internal infestation of parasites  
- Impaction, bowel obstruction and 
- depending on the type of substrate used 
- Loss of appetite  
- Weight loss 
- Regurgitation or vomiting
- Infections - Mounted Temperature  
- Abnormal stool 
- Diarrhea 
- Cryptosporidium or Crypto 

How to go about these dilemmas?
- A veterinary opinion should be sought to diagnose the cause and can immediately with the correct antibiotic or treatment that are prescribed by your gecko needs. 

- If the cause of being thin by impaction then change the substrate is used. Changing the sand substrate should be carried out on paper towels or inhibit the next feeding the gecko using a flat dish in direct contact with sand. 


- Take a sample of your skinny leopard gecko droppings and take it to the vet for observation to give your gecko the appropriate medication and antibiotics. 

- Provide your gecko at the correct temperature they need. The suitable temperature should be 88-92 degrees Fahrenheit and for the cooler with 70s on the upper part and the lower 80s in the area. A tank with heating can also be used, covering 1/3 of the tank area. Be sure to ½ inch to raise the tank to about ¼ the state to avoid breaking the glass. Place a layer of newspaper or carpet on the field before the tanks with heat source. A flat stone or tiles can also be used, which helps to distribute the heat right. 

- Crypto cause leopards too thin and lethargic and are deadly, because this disease is contagious and are very difficult to erase from the tank. Cryptosporidium is a parasite, and are sometimes found within the gastrointestinal tract not only in reptiles, but also in humans and other species. A reptile may have consumed orally caused the spread of this parasite in the intestine. Most healthy people can survive unfortunately for reptiles who die because were infected. 

- Crypto ocysts can remain in the tanks for 18 months. If this is to tear down the tank, which had housed an infected reptiles and carefully wash everything with a 10% bleach wash the outcome of your geckos significant weight loss is the best way to tackle this problem. 

- Read information about how to care for geckos. The basic care details that are relevant for the procurement of a healthy gecko include the following: Proper housing, suitable substrate, accurate temperatures, ideal nutrition and food, and how to effectively treat your pets. 

With this information at hand, you will definitely thin addressed leopard gecko problems reported immediately and hopefully regain their health and strength immediately. Keep your leopard strong and sturdy!...

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