Hold a Leopard Gecko

A leopard gecko is a very special pet. It is one of the few reptiles that enjoys being handled, but only if you do it right. If you mishandle your gecko, you could end up with a cranky or even vicious pet.

Steps

  1. Move your hand slowly towards the gecko so it can see your hand. Make sure it knows that it is just your hand. Gently slide your fingers under the belly with your hand on top of the gecko.
  2. Move gently. Don't squeeze or it might bite or poop on you.
  3. Pick it up slowly and take it out of its cage. When holding it, just let it crawl around or sit on your arm or hand. Enjoy your new friend.



Tips

  • Always move so that the gecko can see your hand. Don't grab or pet it from behind.
  • If it doesn't want to be handled, just leave it at that. Don't force it.
  • When the gecko starts to not want to sit in your hand and becomes squirmy, let it back in it's cage.
  • Never pick up a gecko from the tail. It will become detached.
  • Never come at a gecko from above, come from the side
  • Make sure you wash your hands before and after handling your gecko.
  • Let it walk up your arm. Most likely, the gecko will end up calmly sitting on your shoulder, as some leopard geckos like to be high up.
  • Don't squeeze it or it may die.

Warnings

  • If your gecko hisses or opens his mouth as though it will bite, don't touch it.
  • Geckos can be stubborn. Sometimes, getting your gecko used to you can take a while.
  • Wash your hands after handling. Reptiles can spread diseases such as Salmonella.

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