Busy Weekend and an even Busier Week Ahead

This weekend, reptile wise, consisted of getting Katara acquainted with her new harness, bringing her to two separate Petcos for their Reptile Rally only to find out neither were participating (she still got a lot of attention and behaved perfectly), and set up Fuego's adult tank after going to Ikea and two different Home Depots for supplies. I was worried he would react badly to the move, as he can be a little emotional, but he seemed ecstatic with all the extra space and wasted no time head bobbing at his plant background, exploring every decoration with some licks, and tried out all the different perches available. Glad I made the switch now instead of waiting.

Truthfully, the change though planned for a bit happened this weekend specifically as I am getting my first rescue tomorrow, a leopard gecko, and I needed Fuego's baby cage to house the new little guy affectionately named Vader by my boyfriend. The gecko is a bit thin but otherwise appears in decent health so plan to get a fecal done if anything appears abnormal, fatten him up, judge his attitude (seems like a sweetheart), and get him adopted. For those considering getting a reptile, leopard geckos are great "beginner" pets not requiring much space and easy feeding and heating needs. Happy to provide any information for anyone considering adoption.

Also stumbled across a free bearded dragon on Craig's List and am picking him up Wednesday to temporarily foster until I can get him to another rescuer in my group. He's a big boy being housed in a slightly too small tank with incorrect substrate and not proper lighting. Luckily he seems healthy regardless and he should find a home soon as he's young, chubby, and according to his current owner very friendly. To repeat from above, bearded dragons aren't exactly "beginner" reptiles but aren't too difficult to keep as long as you do some research. Prefer to get him in a permanent home sooner than later so please contact me at fireflymusings@gmail.com if you have an interest in adopting or doing foster work.

Of course, plan to document and take pictures of both rescues to illustrate their progress and hopefully be able to post about their fantastic new homes when the days arrive.

Preparing for "The New Girl"

While it wasn't the ideal transport option having to ship the new girl has provided me additional time to get everything all set up for her arrival. I have, rather frantically, been spending way too much money and obsessing over each detail hoping to make her as happy and comfortable as possible in my care. In list form, here is what I purchased especially for her -

• 40 gallon tank with screen
• Lights (reptisun 10.0 & halogen bulb)
• Under-the-Cabinet Light Fixture
• Large Hiding Log
• Non adhesive shelf liner
• Calci-blast Supplement
• Large Corner Water Bowel (flipped upside down to use as a basking spot)
• 3 pairs of fleece shorts
• 100 superworms

Of course, I still need to pay the shipping to get her here but honestly couldn't be more excited and am OK with spending my money in this fashion (less happy about the car repairs and medical bills I've had lately). Once I have her, I will be investing in a leash, additional live feeders (silk worms and maybe horn worms), and need to get her travel cage before I go on any of my weekend summer getaways. Is it possible for her to be spoiled by me before I actually have her? If so, she's spoiled.

P.S. The gecko's name is Memphis. Trying to keep this blog mostly beardie orientated but don't be surprised by the occasional post on this family member.