Special Needs Leopard Gecko

Durham NC

Description

Sybil was surrendered to us on 3/12/21. She came in with her brother and both were severely affected by metabolic bone disease, which causes permanent bone deformities and stunted growth due to calcium deficiencies. Sybil has a deformed spine and deformed limbs, but she is SUCH a fighter! She has seen the veterinarian, eats well, and is friendly. Sybil cannot climb so we recommend that her enclosure is kept shorter to prevent fall damage. She should also be on a low-chitin diet as her pelvis is affected by the MBD, so we feed her crickets, dubia roaches, and occasional small hornworms. Sybil does need help shedding as she is missing the claws on her toes. Our vet recommended she avoid mealworm and superworms. Her adoption fee is $30. PLEASE READ! If you are interested in adopting Sybil, you need to fill out an application at www.bewildnc.org/apply. Read the application carefully and answer the questions thoroughly. Above all, be honest! Research the species you would like to adopt in advance and consult multiple sources, we are happy to answer questions. Adopters agree to pick-up the animal in Durham within 7 days of their approval. Due to the current pandemic, adoptions will be performed with social distancing in mind.