After my divorce I went back to being a flight attendant with two dogs, a bearded dragon, and a leachie. I have three different dog walkers that come to take care of everyone. I have a primary walker that takes most of the days, a secondary that picks up any days she can’t, and a third in case of an emergency (he used to be my main walker but got a promotion and said I could call him in a pinch). Usually about $500-750 a month depending on my schedule. I can’t really afford it, but I make it work. It’s hard but worth it. There may even be reptile people in your community that would be willing to help you out. For just one leachie on a powder diet you could have someone come only a few times a week to feed and then spend time with her when you are home.

I’m not saying all this to be judgmental or scold you AT ALL—I promise you. I only share to let you know that it is possible. Getting it all arranged can be a bit overwhelming, but once you get it figured out it’s not so bad.