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I am well versed in all aspects of the care and keeping of green iguanas, leopard geckos and bearded dragons. This includes all husbandry issues pertaining to the above species. I am not a vet so I cannot answer medical questions. I research other reptiles and am able to give general information on other species of lizards. I prefer not to answer snake questions as that I have not researched them enough.
I own 3 green iguanas, two of which are rescues. I own two leopard geckos, both rescues. I've had my reptiles for 7 years. I spend many hours researching the care of my reptiles to keep up to date on all information pertaining to keeping reptiles that I have. I own a yahoo group dedicated to raising healthy iguanas.
Scales and Tails Exotic Pet Rescue (one of the founding members)
One of the Co Authors of the Book "The Iguana Dens Care and Keeping of Giant Green Iguanas"
Reptiles make wonderful pets when you are willing to give them the specific care that they need...many species have a life span of 20 years or more with correct care like the leopard gecko and the green iguana.
Nothing would give me greater pleasure than to be able to help others keep their reptiles healthy and to educate owners on the care needs of there species....to give their reptile the best possible chance at living a long and healthy life.
Since keeping reptiles as pets is relatively new, its vital to keep up with new information pertaining to the species. As more people become dedicated to keeping reptiles, more research is done, which can and does change the care they need. I love research and learning...and with reptiles there is always something to learn!!
Reptiles are still considered wild animals for the most part. Most aren't cuddly critters and people are disappointed once they purchase a reptile only to find that the reptile doesn't always like or enjoy human company. Give your reptile a chance.It can take months or longer for your reptile to accept you. Some never tame. Research before you bring home a reptile.
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| blake | 11/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Thomas | 11/19/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| bart | 11/18/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Nicole | 11/18/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much. I will keep ..... |
| Ben | 11/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Hi Diane, turns out all he needed ..... |
Hi Karen, It would have helped greatly if I knew where you were located as different areas do have different species. With you saying it was very smooth, I'm guessing it was a salamander of some type
Hi Thomas, What you are seeing may be snake mites. They may also be some type of tick or lice. There are so many different species of them, and look completely different. You working at a pet store
Hi Jevin, Leos do regrow their tail but its not as nice as their original tail. Some will grow back with a more bulbous look to it. Here are some links to pictures of a regrown tail. http://www.petadvice
Hi Nicole, Yep, they can shed that often. Generally the younger they are, the more often they shed. He should resume eating real quick, if he doesn't then he needs to be vet checked. Shedding does not
Hi Bart, Geckos and other reptiles have a vent.(Anus) With the gecko it is in the slightly behind their hind legs. Most leopard geckos will hide their feces behind a plant or something, but will generally

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