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I posted earlier about a non-eating gecko. Someone mentioned parasites. If this is true, how can I tell? are parasites transferable to other leopards? He old cagemate is now not as alert as she once was and does not eat as much as it used too. How are they curred? Also, do I keep the moist hideout on the heated or cool side of the cage?

thanks to all who help!

I am new to this

Parasites are easily, easily transferable from one animal to another. It doesn't have to just be leopard gecko to leopard gecko. Could be leoprd gecko to bearded dragon. Or anole to leopard gecko. That's why people do not advocate housing different species together.

Parasites are transfered by contact with infected fecal matter. I do not even handle my quarantined geckos unless I wash my hands with antibacterial soap before each one, and in between.

Parasites are cured by going to the vet. Bring a fresh fecal sample to the vet for a smear, stain, or float (different types of fecal tests).

Separate the cagemates if you haven't done so already. Make sure to keep their enclosures spotless. Clean it every day. Make an appointment with a qualified herpetological veterinarian. Do not rely on forums to help you diagnose problems because of two reasons. Most of us (me included) are not vets, just gecko enthusiasts. Also, we cannot see the gecko or test it to get to the root of the problem.

Take it to the vet.
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parasites are cured by giving them a medicine that is targeted for a certain kind of parasite, like panacur is used to treat for nematode parasites and Albon is used for coccidial infections. Getting a fecal done for all them is a very good idea. And to answer your other question, you should put the humid hide on the warmer side.