Can my gecko give salmonella to my birds? How to keep them safe?

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Hello, I am a bird owner to a conure and cockatiel. One of my classmates is looking to rehome their gecko and as I'm a fan of exotic pets I'm looking into what sort of care and such they would need. One thing I found is that many reptiles carry salmonella and that it is theoretically possible for this to be transmitted to my birds. My question is whether there is a significant risk to my birds if I adopt the gecko or if this risk can be avoided by handwashing and such. Thanks in advance! Pet's info: Bird | Conure | Male | unneutered

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. It is very important that you always wash your hands after handling any reptile & before handling your birds or any materials belonging to the birds. I do not think you need to keep the gecko in a separate room, just use common sense care & everyone will stay safe & healthy. Thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Can my gecko give salmonella to my birds? How to keep them safe?

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