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Leopard gecko with mouth rot that won't eat mealworms: what to feed while it heals
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How to heal leopard gecko that has mouth rot? What to feed him while he’s healing and not wanting to eat meal worms?
Sorry to hear about your leopard gecko. There are gel mix or paste products you should be able to find in most pet stores that can be a replacement or supplement nutrition while he heals. You can syringe feed if necessary if he hasn't eaten for several days.
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