I keep a moist hide in my LG's enclosures at all times. They shed every 3-4 weeks, and it's hard to know for certain when they are going into shed sometimes (I have 2 LG's and 10 other reptiles, so there is a lot going on here). Better to be safe than sorry.Originally Posted by Courage
Aww thanks for sharing! They are so beautiful!I am looking into getting a leo, and if there is anything I should know as far as shedding that would be quite helpful! Some people say just moisten there moist hide more than usual (does there hide have to be humid when they aren't shedding?) and then leave them alone after that. If they are having trouble I guess you are supposed to mist them and use a q-tip to help get it off of there toes?
The few times I've had issues, a quick soak in shallow water for a bit and a gentle rubbing with a q-tip as you say, should get it all off their toes. The key word here is "gentle." However, using the moist hide, and keeping temps and humidity where they should be (husbandry is the best defense against most issues), this shouldn't happen too often.
Good luck and keep us posted.
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