How To Handle & Tame Your New Leopard Gecko // Step-By-Step Guide! 

Do I have a leopard gecko? No Do I plan on getting one? No Am I still watching this video? Yes

my gecko only ever wants to crawl on my hand at like 3 in the morning LMAO

I literally got my gecko today and it’s already decided to squeeze itself in between my arm, chirp, then fall asleep. And he’s doing it right now

I’m pretty sure my gecko is tame, he’s just annoyed by me lol. I need a video for how to make your gecko like you back.

Ziggy is so cute! "Oh no, she retreats" 😂

I swear my leopard gecko is socially awkward

This video came out at the perfect time because I got my Leopard Gecko, Penny yesterday. Thank you :)

'Nu you tricked me!' *slorps backwards into the hide* lol

I got my gecko about 2 months ago and I was getting worried that he was never going to get better because he would run so fast anytime I got any where near him. Now he’s so much better First thing I started off with was putting my hand in the tank for it at least 10 minutes a day As he got more comfortable he would walk on my hand and then walk off Then he soon started to climb on my hand every time I put my hand in the tank Soon after he let me pick him up Once he was comfortable with me picking him warm up in my sleeves He still gets spooked by sudden sounds or sudden movements but he trust me. I was able to get him like this within a 1 to 3 week period Some geckos scream some geckos hiss some bite it all depends on your gecko and you have to take time because it’s not something you can rush into. I recommend leaving your hand in the tank for a couple minutes a day, and padding their head or chin, but the best thing I recommend is just picking them up and letting them sit in your hand so they realize that they’re not gonna get hurt if they’re around you

Our Gecko thinks he's parrot. He goes straight on to our shoulders and occasionally on our face if we lie down!

I love how when you open the glass he just slowly looks at you

First gecko we got was super chill/trusting immediately. Planning on getting a second one soon. Like most creatures, I imagine they all have their own unique personalities so I'm curious what we'll end up with next. Haha.

Omg! My gecko was kinda reluctant to interact (he wasn't like super stressed out because he didn't wag menacingly his tail or anything, but he was annoyed) and today I tried to lift his humid hide and scoop him. It worked! He didn't run away, stayed calm, walked in my hands. He seemed less avoidant afterwards and I could finally feed him! It was the first time after a week since his arrival (he wouldn't eat by himself)! Thank you so much!

leo is one of those reps that can really be tamed in my opinion. I acquired leos both from stores (back when i first got them) and rescues. a lot of them r really scared and suspicious at first, but they r small (i think they know lol) and they got the instincts to get away from u so its understandable , so id say please have patient with them. Another thing is don't get discouraged, and just because your gecko might be mean and bitty don't give up on them yet lol. (you can always wear a glove if your scared of bite). Lastly, when you r trying to handle them, just do it slow, you can use one hand to distract them then use the other hand to scope them up from below. Id say once they r on your hands they behave a lot better and don't let them walk all over your shirt or whatever because you might not be able to reach them let say they r on your back. So the best way is just to let them walk on you arms or hands but just place one after another so you can control them really well. And if their tail start wagling just leave them be for a quick min or 2 so once they have calm down you can continue. So just repeat the process for some time and they will most definitively get used to you. I also agree when handling geckos try not to be too quiet cuz that freak them out even more. So play some low volume song next to you or that sort.

leaving my hand in the tank seems to actually work ok for getting my gecko out, but it takes forever lol I'm on month 3 of having my gecko, but I think I'm going to try scooping him out and seeing what he does

I have a leopard gecko named Sam, and with him I have a small technique that I like to call the "Trust Boop." It's a way to see if you've had the gecko out for too long. Basically, you gently tap the gecko on the nose. You do it slowly and calmly, and make sure it's a soft boop and not anything that can hurt them. If you boop it and it doesn't move away or get spooked, it means your gecko trusts you and isn't afraid of the environment it's in. If it flinches and moves away, you may want to put the gecko back in the tank as it is beginning to get skittish and freaked out. It is recommended that you boop the gecko before even taking it out so that you know if it's alright with being handled at that moment. It's a really simple technique that I've been using on Sam ever since I got him. He's still under a year old, but he responds to it well and it helps me know when he's calm enough to be picked up or when he needs some time to himself. I hope this was helpful :>

i just discovered this lady and I love how she is so gentle and loving with her geckoes

I got my gecko a few months ago and I still haven’t been able to pick him up. Thanks for this video! 👍😄

This came at the perfect time! I've had me new girl for almost 3 weeks. This past week and a half I've simply had my hand in the tank to get he acquainted with my presence and this evening i held her for the first time since coming home! All went so smoothly and surprisingly, she didn't rush off my hand when i allowed her to step back onto the floor of her tank. She actually hung out a little longer before stepping off. This video was the perfect reassurance to move on to the next step, and feel confident with how I was going about things. Thank you for your fabulous and informative videos. You were so much help during the months researching and preparing to get my first gecko! Best gecko channel out there!

Got my lil baby today !! I’m screaming with happiness 🥺💖💖

You: *tries to pick up iggy Iggy: autobots roll out

Got my gecko at Petco and he was a very angry boy from day one. We were able to eventually tame him and we got to hold him and stuff. Then we got a cat and dog, so we couldn't bond with him as much since the furry pets begged for attention much more. He eventually was no longer tame. He began to bite again so I was worried that we wouldn't be able to bond again, and I saw this. I am happy and am going to try and re-tame him. Edit: this is 2 days later and he let me hold him :D

This is very useful . I have had my gecko for a while but i have never been able to really get him to trust me or realise that I am not a harm . I am literally about to try this now update in a min

one thing I've found with my gecko is that scooping him really stresses him out, but if I put my hand in his tank it doesn't take him long to come crawling on my hand, but he only comes out when he wants to be handled.

The fact that they think of their tank as "home" shouldn't have made me tear up but it did

very useful video! i’ve had mine for around a year now, she’s gotten a lot better with handling but I feel like she’s always trying to look for a way to get away from me.. 😂

I use to strongly dislike leopard geckos but my fiance decided we needed one. So now we have one and it was literally stole my heart 🥺 baby already gets so excited when I tell it good morning so this definitely will help me get baby to enjoy handle time 🤗 thank you!

REALLY enjoying your factual yet compassionate approach to your RU-vid work. Thank you!

Do I have a leopard gekko : nope Do I want one : yes Will my mum let me: no Am I watching anyway: yes

Hi Leopard gecko! Thank you so much for making these great videos. I am so inspired to create bioactive set ups and better sustaining vivariums. Your channel has brought so much joy to my reptiles and me. Thank you again and Happy Holidays!

This is a nice video - many vids will only show best case scenario whereas this video, while while having good advice, also shows that even when the geckos are tamed and used to you they may just not be in the mood. nice one.

Ziggy is a mood 😂

My challenge is I'm so short and my gecko is in a tank with a top opening

I looooooooooooooove all of your terrarium decor!! It’s so cool! I wish I could get that!!

Thank you so much!! Ur videos help me a lotttt in prrparing myself for a Leo and I eventually got mine a 5 month old boy today! And I have started to try taming him daily, my little boi seems quite friendly and not acting shy at all! Am Happy to see more videos from u even though if they are remade from previous ones! Thanks a lot !

My parents are getting me a gecko this friday im so exited :))) i want to make her as happy as possible!

Loved this video! I mean I like them all and they are all useful, but this one had a relaxed feel about it and the hands on seeing you interact with your geckos is great 😁

Thank you so much for this! My leopard gecko is a rescue, and I had to put him through veterinary treatment when I first got him. So he came to associate me picking him up with medicated baths and oral antibiotics. However, I've been using the tips from your earlier videos, and we're finally getting to a point where he's poking his head out when he hears my voice. (Of course, I've been bribing him with food, too, and he is definitely food motivated! ^_^)

Hey I love your channel and I got my gecko just yesterday and I’m super happy that I found you . I can now give my gecko the happy life that he deserves .

Thanks I might get my first pet a leopard gecko and I’m going to try this if I get it!❤

Just got my first leopard gecko today!! Your videos have helped my confidence as a gecko owner so much and helped me make the best decisions for my gecko! Just wanna say thanks so much for everything you do!

Hi ! I'm new and I am planning on getting a leopard gecko. I have done a lot of research and thanks to you I know a lot. Thanks! 😊

I am going to adopt a leopard gecko after Christmas! This vid will really help

The leopard gecko I have is just like 7 months old and she‘s really waiting on the front glass to come onto my hand 🥰

My boy bobo just lets me grab him and cradle him. He never moves unless he's spooked. Which is rare

Love ur videos u help me so much im going to get a leopard gecko soon

All your tanks are so well decorated

Thank you for all Videos it all helped a Lot truly

Do I have a leopard gecko? no Am I planning on getting one? No. Am I still trying to find a sound for my nonexistent gecko to recognize me by? Yes.

My Leo is a baby and I got him a month ago every time I’ve handled him( One or two times) he hissed. He’s a lil sassy boy

How cute they are

thank you so much i really like the casual videos

I might be getting a leopard gecko soon, so ive been binge watching your “How To” videos 😂😂😂

Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for this! My son's leo Trix (Bellatrix) is very easy going and was our first gecko. Our second gecko is mine, Puff(Hufflepuff) and has been very skittish. I've mostly let her (him? Too young to tell) be, to let her get used to its new home. But I will be trying all of these tips 🥰

I just got my first gecko and it helped so much already!❤ thank you!

I’m in love with their enclosures! OMG! 😍😍🥰

Lol just realised, you have the same vivaruim as my new leopard gecko! (I haven’t got him or her yet, because of coranavirus)

Why am I watching this my gecko is already chilling on my shoulder-

Ive really been wanting to give my leopard gecko a hug.

First started watching your videos when I got my leopard gecko when she was a few weeks old and now she’s 2 years!

I've never seen your gecks in such anti-social moods! Want me to sneek you over some hornworms? Maybe that'll get em to cooperate next time!

Hi, i need help. I live in Finland and its very cold here. During the day, temperature in my Leo's tank is around 30°C But when night comes, temperature falls to 15°C. How can i keep temperature in my gecko's tank during the night. Thank you.

Leopard geckos have always been my favorite and dream pet, I’m finally getting one and I’ll call it Apollo

I’m getting a leopard gecko today! They are baby’s and very skittish so I must watch this!

Whenever i put my hand in the cage my gecko aproaches it like it food

I’m hopefully getting a leopard gecko soon 🥰 there so cute TwT

I'm so excited- I get my leo in 5 months, almost 4! thank you for all your vids :)

Yes I just got one and it worked really fast he was a bit stressed first but then he was really peaceful thanks for the help ❤️❤️

I just handled my friends gecko for the first time and I already knew how to do it because I knew how to handle snakes, so it’s similar

Me: Gets Gecko Also Me: picks it up immediately Me Again: Watches this video Me: Dang

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Thank you so much, I’ve been watching tons of videos since I got my first gecko yesterday. This one felt the most informative. Loved it!!!! Now I know what to do to make him more comfortable ❤️❤️

Me: Woundering why Bud (my gecko) is not used to me after so long Also me: carries him like once a month...

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I’m getting my leo tomorrow!! Your videos have been so helpful, seeing as I have never owned a reptile. Thank you so much!!

Thanks for the video The Freem Team just got a Leopard Gecko & we love her 🙌🏼🧡

Thank you so much for the info I currently have what I think is a 3 month old leopard gecko and If anyone is reading this I strongly recommend a leo as a pet because they make great companions and are hilarious

i got my leo Quill today and hes super skittish and shy, so i’m trying to find the best way to introduce him to handling when he’s been here for a bit. this video is great, thank you!!

Getting my first gecko this weekend. A little nervous as I just want to give one an amazing home. Your channel is amazing and has driven me to finally get one. You dont need me to tell you how brilliant you are but I'll say it anyway your brilliant!!!

i am getting a leopard gecko for chrismas and ur vdeos r helping r soo helpfull! keep up the good work！

This helped a lot! I just got my first leopard gecko a couple months ago and I’ve been having issues taming her. Thank you!

This is so much helpful

Got my leopard gecko today. He was a little wary at first but he got quite comfy real fast. He decided the most interesting place to be was my back where i could barely reach him XD. (Also after seeing a lot of leopard geckos tails i now realize that my gecko must have dropped its tail in the past because it doesn't have any grooves down the majority of the tail)

i’m literally a couple days away from getting my first leopard gecko (squishy dino)!! i’m so excited, i’ve always dreamed of getting one, then i found out that it’s really easy to take care of them which is awesome for me because it’ll make the time that i’m at home a less stressful and give me a reason to work and make sure my space/s are clean. he’s around 7 years old already i believe, and i cannot wait to meet lil gaza (gary)!! i’ve already given him a nickname lol, but i’m hoping that clicking method will work with introducing myself to him, and just generally getting him used to me. this video was super helpful thank you so much! btw, i love gizmo haha! she’s so cuteeeee 🥰🥰

Love your channel by the way

Everyone of the videos you post I hit the like button before the video even starts!

I've watched this before, but figured I should rewatch it. Just ordered my first leo.

This what amazing and extremely useful! My gecko loves me now!

Your videos have been super helpful for my new leopard gecko, Pumpkin.

This was really helpful, thank you!!

Great video! 👍

Omg!!! Your geckos are soooo pretty. I recently cages my 2 leopards together in a 40 gallon. It’s going amazing they never fight. I was a bit worried as one of thems a bit bigger but she’s super chill and they no joke sleep next to each other

Your video format is super laid back and informative, I love it!! I wish that I could afford to donate to your patreon. Watching your channel (as well as using other sources, of course) has made my leopard gecko an absolute joy to handle and take care of. With sound association and patience, I was able to tame and warm up to my little girl in a matter of 3 weeks. You seem like a genuinely great person and I always look forward to seeing how the little ones are doing. You deserve every bit of support you get, cheers!!

Great video. Thanks. I'm babysitting a gecko and he is beautiful. This video helped me to handle him better. Thank you.

just got my own leopard gecko finally, so thankful you released this video on the same day! this is something i’ve been worried about and now i feel more at ease lol

Hi I'm getting my little leo today and tysm for making this video it was right on time I've been doing research for the past 2-3 months

Bertrum is becoming more comfortable with me thank you

I’m going to be getting a gecko soon, so this video really helped!

Thanks so much in about a month I will be gettting one and it’s been so hard to find credible sources

Omg this has helped me so much! Thank you!