How do you tame a leopard gecko?
How old does it has to be before you do so?
How many times a week can you do this?
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Taming a leopard gecko.
flamer299
Aug 25, 2004 12:54 AM
Replies (4)
LeopardGeckoMan
Aug 25, 2004 03:15 AM
You cant really tame a gecko...
but just to answer your questions.
1) you should get it out for half an hour or longer.
2) You should start holding it after a week you have gotten it so that it can adjust without stress.
3) It doesnt really take long, just ALWAYS take it out for some kind of exercise.
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Wired_Gecko
Aug 25, 2004 10:02 AM
Well i dont think i can help i thought they were just naturaly tame....all the ones i have got are
reptilefreak16
Aug 25, 2004 11:13 AM
To tame your leo you just gotta be patient. If your leo is very afraid of you or is skittish, put you hand in the cage for a few minutes each day.
After several days or a week(however long it takes for them to start gettin used to you.)You can gently start to pick them up.(not by there tails) Hold them in your hand for 10-15 mins. Be sure the leo cant fall from a high hieght.And after a while you can extend the time your leo is out with you.
Just takes some time and patients.
Good Luck
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Snarks
Aug 25, 2004 05:14 PM
How old is your leo?
Young leos are naturally much more skiddish and will seemingly overnight become tame once they hit the 4-6 month mark.
I talk like a mad woman to my leos and in the beginning try to corner them off (slowly) so that they walk across my hand. Eventually they will not recognize you as a threat however i have heard of mean adults.
Good luck
