Leopard gecko is an ideal pet for the whole family. It requires very minimal care and can live without any attention for several days. This pet is especially suited for busy people who do not have enough time to take care of other pets. Leopard geckos are quiet, meek, and do not give out unpleasant smells.

Leopard geckos can live up to 20 years provided that they are nourished properly and are well taken cared of. Leopard geckos are known for their life span. But this does not exempt them from acquiring different illnesses.

Even if you provide your pet leopard gecko with a perfect habitat and accurate diet, illness can still strike them. It would be better to have a veterinarian check your geckos regularly even before they begin to show signs of illnesses. Precautionary measures for prevention are a lot better than cure.

However, in cases where uncontrollable circumstances do arise it is still much better to keep yourself aware of the possible illnesses that your gecko may acquire. Reading on with this article may help you distinguish if your leopard gecko has a health threat.

Digestive Tract Obstruction

Problems with the digestive tract occur when a gecko has eaten foods that are not easy to digest. Sometimes a gecko will play on loose substrate such as sand or gravel that they may ingest it accidentally. Sand or gravel will not be digested. If this happens it will pile up inside the gecko's digestive system causing a blockage that may be fatal to your leopard gecko. Pooping becomes difficult which will also lead to decrease in appetite, which eventually may lead to weight loss in your leopard gecko. Loosing weight among leopard gecko is a warning sign that something is wrong with your pet. To prevent this problem, make sure that you avoid using loose substrate such as sand and gravel in your leo’s hide. It is also important to be cautious on the prey that you feed your gecko. In feeding your gecko, always consider the size of the prey in comparison with the size of your leo’s head.

Mouth Infection

A mouth infection is commonly caused by fighting between adult leopard geckos that are housed together. Poor sanitation and vitamin C deficiency will also lead to this problem. A noticeable swelling in the mouth of your leopard gecko is a sign of a mouth infection. To get rid of the swelling you may use an oral antibiotic.

Respiratory Infections

Respiratory infection is a result of the gecko's long exposure to cold temperatures. If the temperature of the habitat is left imbalanced, more often than not, your gecko will really develop respiratory problems.