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hey my 2 leos are having problems shedding on the toes. I have soaked theem in warm water and mist them but i am having no luck. I am thinking of taking them to a vet. Doe anyone have any suggestions or any clues as how much that might cost. thanks

There is a product out called 'Shed Ease' or something like t hat that may help. Baby oil applied on the toes could help loosen the skin. if you feel comfortable, you can try carefully prying off the dead skin with tweezers from your gecko's toes. If you feel uncomfortable trying to get the shed off yourself, or if using tweezers doesn't help you can take it to a vet who may have other options for you or be able to take the skin off himself. Unfortunately I don't know what cost this would be. The best way to find out is call your vet and ask what fee they would charge for the visit and removing the skin. He may just give you some advice on how to do it that hasn't already been tried.

if i use the baby oil, will it harm the Gecko if he licks it?
thanks for the help