Leopard Gecko Special Health Topics: First Aid Kit

Introduction

If you keep a leopard gecko, or any other reptile for that matter as a pet, its always a good idea to keep a properly stocked first aid kit readily available. You never know when you might need some of these items before you can safely transport your gecko to the vet.

What we have included here is a list of the items that we keep in our easily accessible first aid kit.

Please read our Disclaimer before reading any further into these common medical techniques and procedures.

Items To Include

Item	Possible Use
Magnifying glass	Helps to see the medical problem easier.
Mini flashlight	Helps to see the medical problem easier.
Sharp scissors	Cut tape etc...
Tweezers	Remove objects that fingers cannot reach.
Disposable latex gloves	For proper hygiene.
Mineral oil	Helps loosen retained shed.
Sterile saline	Washes out eyes, cuts, looses retained shed.
Tape	Holds splints, bandages, loose appendages.
Gauze	Protects wounds; keeps ointments in place.
Cotton swabs	For application of ointments, cleansing agents etc..
Cleansing agents	Washes out wounds. Betadine, Nolvasan etc..
Topical antibiotic ointments	Promotes healing and prevents infection. Neosporin etc
Notepad and pen	Keep notes to be reviewed with your vet.
Towel	For handling and stabilizing gecko.
Heating pads	For heat during transportation, during treatments etc..
Hot water bottle	For heat during transportation to your vet.
Transporting container	To safely transport gecko to your vet.