My crested gecko isn't eating and losing weight. What can I do?

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Hi! Lyra doesn't eat if I don't force feed her (putting a little inbetween her nose, so she can pick it off). How do I get her to find the food and eat it? I have both Repashy and Pangea, and neither of them have been eaten without me "force feeding". She has actually LOST quite a bit of weight, and im sending before and after pics. (The one with the paper clip is before)

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Check cage temps. Cresties do best with daytime temps between 78 F and 82 F. Nighttime temps can drop no lower than the low 70s. Be sure to mix up fresh food daily. Soak her in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte to treat or prevent minor dehydration. Since she has lost weight, an exam with your veterinarian or an experienced herp vet would be recommended. Submit a stool sample to diagnose intestinal parasites. In the meantime, review care information at the link below. http://www.reptilesmagazine.com/Care-Sheets/Lizards/Crested-Gecko/

My crested gecko isn't eating and losing weight. What can I do?

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