Leopard Gecko Care

Leopard geckos make incredible companions, especially when you’re well equipped to give them a happy, healthy life. Find out everything you need to know about leopard gecko care—what they can eat (and what they can’t), how to set up their enclosure, how big they grow, how long they live, and more. From choosing feeder insects to looking for ways to enrich your gecko’s life, you’ve come to the right place! Together we’ll make sure your leopard gecko receives excellent care.

Beach ball in a swimming pool - can leopard geckos swim?

Can Leopard Geckos Swim? Everything You Need to...

Everyone enjoys cooling off in the water on a hot summer day, or relaxing in a warm bath with a glass of wine and a good book. But what about...

Can Leopard Geckos Swim? Everything You Need to...

Everyone enjoys cooling off in the water on a hot summer day, or relaxing in a warm bath with a glass of wine and a good book. But what about...

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Pitcher of ice cold water

How Long Can Leopard Geckos Go Without Water?

Despite being native to the arid deserts of the Middle East and northern India, leopard geckos can only go roughly two or three days without water. Depending on your leopard...

How Long Can Leopard Geckos Go Without Water?

Despite being native to the arid deserts of the Middle East and northern India, leopard geckos can only go roughly two or three days without water. Depending on your leopard...

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Two leopard geckos living together

Can Leopard Geckos Live Together?

Leopard geckos are among the easiest reptiles to keep. This leads many new leopard gecko keepers to consider purchasing a second, third, or even fourth leo. In your research, you...

Can Leopard Geckos Live Together?

Leopard geckos are among the easiest reptiles to keep. This leads many new leopard gecko keepers to consider purchasing a second, third, or even fourth leo. In your research, you...

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Closeup of a Dubia roach on an egg carton

Can Leopard Geckos Eat Dubia Roaches?

Absolutely! Leopard geckos can most certainly eat Dubia roaches. In fact, their high protein, low chitin, and balanced calcium-to-phosphorus ratio makes them one of the best staple feeders for your...

Can Leopard Geckos Eat Dubia Roaches?

Absolutely! Leopard geckos can most certainly eat Dubia roaches. In fact, their high protein, low chitin, and balanced calcium-to-phosphorus ratio makes them one of the best staple feeders for your...

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Yellow and brown leopard gecko

Average Leopard Gecko Lifespan: How Long Do Leo...

Leopard geckos can have remarkably long lifespans, under the right conditions. In captivity, leopard geckos can live well into their twenties, with the oldest reported leo living until it was...

Average Leopard Gecko Lifespan: How Long Do Leo...

Leopard geckos can have remarkably long lifespans, under the right conditions. In captivity, leopard geckos can live well into their twenties, with the oldest reported leo living until it was...

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Leopard gecko and a hornworm

Can Leopard Geckos Eat Hornworms?

Hornworms are a popular and easily accessible feeder for many reptiles. But can leopard geckos eat hornworms? Although the answer is certainly yes, there are some surprising risks that accompany...

Can Leopard Geckos Eat Hornworms?

Hornworms are a popular and easily accessible feeder for many reptiles. But can leopard geckos eat hornworms? Although the answer is certainly yes, there are some surprising risks that accompany...

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Colorful veggie salad

What Vegetables Can Leopard Geckos Eat?

Many new leopard gecko owners want to know what kinds of vegetables to feed their leo.  Perhaps they own, or know someone who owns, a bearded dragon. They’ve either fed...

What Vegetables Can Leopard Geckos Eat?

Many new leopard gecko owners want to know what kinds of vegetables to feed their leo.  Perhaps they own, or know someone who owns, a bearded dragon. They’ve either fed...

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Leopard gecko that hasn't eaten in a few days

How Long Can Leopard Geckos Go Without Food?

When it comes to keeping any animal, the question of what and how often to feed always comes up. Today we’re going to focus on how often you should feed...

How Long Can Leopard Geckos Go Without Food?

When it comes to keeping any animal, the question of what and how often to feed always comes up. Today we’re going to focus on how often you should feed...

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Leopard Gecko Care for Beginners

If you’re a first-time reptile owner (or a reptile owner wannabe!), a leopard gecko might be the perfect match for you. Compared to other reptiles, leopard geckos are easy to care for—which is why they make a great beginner reptile. This blog walks you through the basics of leopard gecko care so that you’re ready to bring your new gecko home. 

Here you’ll find answers to all your many questions about leopard geckos. Learn how to take great care of your leo so you can prevent illness, meet their dietary needs, and keep them healthy and energized.

Leopard Gecko Care, from Basics to Beyond

Some questions you have around leopard geckos might be pretty basic and top-of-mind: what type of terrarium should I keep my gecko in? Do I need to use substrate? What do leopard geckos eat? How do I play with my leopard gecko? Are leopard geckos good pets for kids? 

This blog covers the basics of leopard gecko care so you can get started on your reptile journey with confidence. 

Other questions you have might not be as obvious (or immediate) but they are still important to explore. These include: What are common illnesses among pet leopard geckos and how do I prevent them? How do I keep feeder insects healthy for leopard geckos? What is “gut loading” and how do I do it? Do leopard geckos need to take vitamins? 

This blog covers these important topics as well, so you can take a deep dive into leopard gecko care and create an awesome life for your pet.

More Questions about Leopard Gecko Care?

If there is a topic we haven’t covered that you’d like us to write about, or if you have questions or comments to share, our team is always willing to help out in any way we can. Email us anytime at team@dragonsdiet.com