The leopard gecko is a very special pet; it is one of the few reptiles that likes to be held in the hand, but only if you do it correctly. If you handle it incorrectly, you could irritate it or even make it aggressive.
Steps
Step 1. Slowly move your hand towards the gecko so he can see it
Make sure he understands it's just your hand; gently slide your fingers under his abdomen so that the palm rests on top of the pet.
Step 2. Proceed cautiously
You don't have to squeeze it, otherwise it may bite you or even drop feces on your hand.
Step 3. Slowly lift it up and take it out of the cage
Once grabbed, let it move or rest on your arm or hand. Enjoy the company of your new friend!
Advice
- Always move in such a way that the gecko can see your hand; do not grab it or stroke it from behind.
- If it doesn't want to be held in your hand, just leave it where it is; you don't have to force it.
- Never take it by the tail, otherwise it could come off.
- When you see that he no longer wants to be on his hand and starts to fidget, put him back in the cage.
- Never approach from above, but only from one side.
- Make sure you wash your hands before and after handling it.
- Let me walk on your arms; in the end it is very likely that it will sit quietly on one shoulder, as some leopard geckos like to remain in an elevated position.
- Don't crush it otherwise it can die.
- Keep calm when handling it, try not to be tense and / or agitated.
Warnings
- If you see him hissing or opening his mouth as if he wants to bite you, don't touch him.
- Geckos can be stubborn; Sometimes it can take a while for the little reptile to get used to you.
- Wash your hands after grabbing it; these animals can spread diseases such as salmonellosis.
