19/10/2025
🦎 Custard’s Road to Recovery 💛
This is Custard, the leopard gecko!
Custard recently came to see Sarah at our Poole practice after her owners noticed she’d become a little off her food and more lethargic than usual.
After a thorough examination and an ultrasound, Custard was diagnosed with follicular stasis — a serious reproductive condition seen in female reptiles. This occurs when mature ovarian follicles fail to ovulate and instead remain in the ovaries, which can lead to complications such as inflammation or rupture if left untreated.
The best chance for recovery in cases like this is surgery — a delicate procedure, especially in such a small and fragile patient. Thankfully, Custard was in the expert hands of Sarah, whose skill and care ensured the operation went smoothly. Incredibly, Custard was awake and recovering within just 5–10 minutes post-surgery — record time!
Our wonderful nursing team was by her side throughout, keeping her comfortable, monitoring her vitals, and making sure she stayed warm and cosy before, during, and after the procedure.
Just one week later, Custard returned for her post-op check looking bright as a button! Her wound is healing beautifully, and her devoted owners have been doing a fantastic job caring for her at home.
She still has a little way to go before she’s fully back to her lively lizard self, but we’re thrilled with her progress so far.
A huge thank you to our dedicated and skilled team of vets and nurses — and to Custard’s wonderful owners for trusting us with her care. 💛
