Bathing your Leopard Gecko

Leopard geckos generally don't require regular baths and aren't fond of them either. However, Leopard geckos may need to be washed from time to time if they are experiencing shedding issues, if they are dirty, or if there is a problem with femoral pore blockage, impaction, or any other health issue.

There is no doubt that water greatly enhances their ability to perform their various activities. As a result, they need to take in plenty of water through their skin to stay hydrated.

For pet owners, knowing how to bathe their geckos is very helpful. In this article, you can find safe and healthy sources for bathing leopard geckos.

What are the things needed for a Leopard Gecko to bathe?

In order to prepare the Leopard Geckos bath, you will need some of the supplies listed below:

Lukewarm water,
A shallow plastic/glass container or tub.
Cloth or paper towels,
Waterproof thermometer etc.

How to give a safe and healthy bath to a Leopard Gecko?

Many pet owners worry about how they can provide a safe and healthy bath for their leopard geckos since they do not know how to bathe them safely.

In the following paragraphs, we will provide you with some simple steps and some care to help you start bathing your leopard geckos. Read this step before you bathe your leopard gecko to make sure you are doing it correctly.

Firstly, check whether Leopard geckos require bathing

You should be very careful when bathing any leopard gecko. Make sure your leopard gecko really needs a bath. There are some signs of this, such as if your Leopard gecko seems dirty, if it is having shedding difficulties, or if you were told by the vet that you need to bathe your Leopard gecko.

Make sure you wash your hands before bathing your leopard gecko

You must wash your hands properly before bathing a leopard gecko. This will prevent you from accidentally contaminating your leopard gecko with bacteria that might make it sick.

Take a small container or tub and fill it with lukewarm water

When you have cleaned your hands, you should choose a container or tub that is large enough for your leopard gecko. However, it should not be too deep. Fill the container or tub with 13mm of water.

Since leopard geckos are cold-blooded animals, they can't regulate their body temperature by themselves. In order to keep leopard geckos healthy, it is important to provide them with water at a temperature between 85 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and water should reach the bottom of the gecko's belly, but not exceed above the belly.

To make bathing more comfortable, you can add a drop of mineral oil to the water if your leopard is having shedding problems. Mineral oil can help you get rid of stuck skin, while sphagnum moss can make bathing easier.

Make sure you measure the temperature of the water at regular intervals

For leopard geckos to be comfortable, it is necessary to maintain a constant water temperature. A thermometer can be used to measure the water temperature to ensure that the geckos are comfortable.

Bath your leopard gecko

Having done all the preparations, take your leopard gecko and gently place it in the container filled with lukewarm water.

After the gecko has been comfortably submerged in warm water, gently rub the gecko's skin to remove any dirt it may have accumulated on its body. Then, let it soak in the water for 10 to 15 minutes.
If your gecko has a problem with sheds, you may want to let it soak for 30 minutes in water and pour water over its back to help.
There are various ways to scrub your gecko's skin, including scrubbing it with damp water using a Q-tip.
If you notice that the skin is loosening, you can gently use tweezers to gently remove the dead skin from its body.
Alternatively, you can clean them using your fingers and a toothbrush if you want.

Dry leopard geckos after bathing

When you have properly bathed the leopard gecko, you should dry it with a cloth or paper towel. Gently wrap the leopard gecko in a cloth or paper towel, and carefully rub its body with your cloth in slow circular motions. Wipe its vent area gently as well.

Precautions while bathing Leopard Gecko

Whenever you are bathing your leopard gecko, it is very important to take precautions to avoid any kind of problem.

The following are some precautions that you should take before bathing your leopard gecko. Please read them carefully before bathing Leopard geckos.

Instead of filling the container fully, fill it halfway.
You should always wash your hands before and after bathing your leopard gecko.
You should avoid pouring water into its eyes.
You should avoid bathing your leopard gecko with soap and detergent.
Keep an eye on the water's temperature at all times.
Leopard geckos should not be bathed more than twice a week, and should only be bathed when necessary.

Can I bathe my Leopard Gecko with Tap Water?

Yes, you can bathe your leopard gecko with tap water. It is often the case that tap water contains dirt and toxic chemicals as well as other contaminants, so before bathing your leopard gecko you will need to purify the water with water purifier techniques.