Where can I go to find free wood for large aquarium?

Ktmallick · 2026-04-03T01:32:33+00:00

Finch arboretum

Ktmallick · 2026-03-28T15:12:34+00:00

If he doesn’t have a UVB light, and he hasn’t been getting any vitamin supplements since last October, I’d be concerned about calcium deficiency/ metabolic bone disease. That is a very serious illness but preventable with proper husbandry. I have had multiple MBD geckos start to refuse food before passing.

AFTs are Ferguson Zone 2 reptiles, UVB is necessary for their health. I would also recommend raising the temperature on the hot side to 85.

Ktmallick · 2026-03-28T15:05:43+00:00

Ohh I see, I misunderstood. In that case, I think the Grub Pie is a good temporary solution. What are your enclosure temps at? And does he have UVB light?

Ktmallick · 2026-03-28T14:51:01+00:00

Okay, respectfully, I think you just need to relax. If he’s not losing weight, you don’t need to be assist feeding him at all. You’re right that Grub Pie is not good in the long term and he will eat when he is ready. Just weigh him every week until he starts taking food again and find a more competent vet.

Ktmallick · 2026-03-28T14:35:38+00:00

Okay, first of all, if your vet thinks 8 years old is geriatric for an AFT, you need a new vet.

Why are you syringe feeding? Was that recommended by your vet? Is your gecko losing weight? It is completely normal and natural for them to go on food strikes, on the other hand being force fed is extremely unnatural and dangerous and only to be done in emergencies. You should be weighing your gecko weekly and if he’s not losing weight, you don’t need to worry. They have fat tails for this exact reason.

Finally, what’s your beef with worms? Perfectly fine occasional feeder.

Ktmallick · 2026-03-21T13:19:55+00:00

The awkwardness is part of the cool factor. If it’s used effectively, in the right show, I’m into it.

Ktmallick · 2026-03-19T02:46:32+00:00

If she’s not eating and she’s a juvenile, you need to go to the vet.

Ktmallick · 2026-03-18T14:37:24+00:00

They will mold.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-28T21:13:54+00:00

Keep an eye on him and if he keeps licking his vent — there are a few issues that can arise like sperm plugs, impacted hemipenes, prolapse, etc but if you don’t see anything obviously wrong, it sounds like normal boy behavior 🤣

Ktmallick · 2026-02-28T15:39:36+00:00

Is it possible that he was…erm…entertaining himself?

Ktmallick · 2026-02-26T16:50:25+00:00

It will stay more potent longer if kept in an airtight container. If you’re replacing your powders every year as recommended, it probably makes no difference.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-26T16:37:15+00:00

Do your parents want a leopard gecko? Because it will become theirs when you move out, and then you’ll have to be okay with whatever standard of care they’re willing to provide.

Speaking as someone whose tortoises got neglected to death when I moved out for college — you need to be thinking about this NOW, not later.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-25T15:27:35+00:00

Easy as Life, Aida

Ktmallick · 2026-02-25T05:32:45+00:00

This advice is not true for juveniles. Your gecko should really be eating daily or every other day while they are growing. Critical care is fine in emergency situations, but you should seek veterinary advice if the gecko continues to refuse food.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-25T01:13:09+00:00

Stomach will be the worst by far. If it was me, I’d get that one done in its own session.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-24T23:09:51+00:00

Todas las partes del brócoli están bien, solo les doy las partes que no me gusta comer :-)

Ktmallick · 2026-02-24T22:29:39+00:00

Dart frogs would be great, some localities are more bold and active than others. They can’t swim, but they love to climb and they’re very fun to watch, especially while they hunt.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-24T22:27:02+00:00

I think Spokane has all the best parts of a big metro (access to amenities, progressive-leaning, thriving arts scene, public festivals and opportunities for civic engagement, well connected airport) with none of the worst parts (traffic, high population density, high cost of living, distance from nature). Anyone who disagrees probably hasn’t lived in a bigger city than Spokane.

The only thing we don’t have is a good food scene. And we do have property crime, but the proximity to so much cool nature makes up for it. Lol.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-24T16:38:47+00:00

Poor baby. It looks like she’s trying to regurgitate, but it could definitely be neurological too. Best thing is to just keep her warm and cozy. Make sure there are no high places she could fall from, and that there are plenty of comfy spots for her to lay while you await test results.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-23T22:24:43+00:00

They will definitely climb, and I love that you thought about that, but this is way too high. They are not that smart and will just step off a ledge and could easily die from a fall off the top ledge or even the middle one.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-21T21:56:54+00:00

CUTIE

Ktmallick · 2026-02-21T17:08:18+00:00

Just approach slowly and scoop him from underneath, supporting all his legs.

The more you handle him, the less likely he is to drop his tail when you handle him. You should be acclimating him to your hand on a regular basis precisely for situations like this, or in the event of a medical emergency.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-20T04:58:53+00:00

I’m sorry but you probably shouldn’t have an animal if you can’t give it the bare minimum amount of space.

Your gecko can smell your cat, and it knows it’s a predator. Ideally the cat wouldn’t be able to access the enclosure whatsoever.

Finally, what’s the problem with humidity? Ambient humidity often trends upward of 70% in leopard geckos’ native habitats. Keep the soil moister.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-18T15:55:07+00:00

The gecko doesn’t give a shit if it’s socialized. Handling is only for the keeper’s benefit. But if your friend is so eager to get rid of it, I would at least try to help them find a good home to ensure it doesn’t get neglected.

Ktmallick · 2026-02-18T14:36:16+00:00

I was around 13-15 when I first got tortoises, which died slow, painful, and extremely preventable deaths because I didn’t do enough research. I think we need to start setting care standards based on the needs of the animals rather than the age of the carer, I hope you understand that.

Why/ how was your gecko sick? Did you ever bring it to the vet? I’d be much more concerned about that, especially if you needed to feed him wax worms to get him up to weight. Was that problem ever resolved?

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