I don't think I have any stories. He's smart enough to hunt.. not drown in his water dish, run and jump around, and lick his eyes.

You can get salmonella from any reptile. Salmonella comes from the poop, so you are more likely to get it from a turtle or other aquatic because they swim in their poo (nice huh).

Wash your hands after handling your gecko and there's nothing to worry about. I have 27 herps in my house and no one has had salmonella.