how I FINALLY convinced my parents to let me get a pet leopard gecko - STORYTIME

Today I'm telling the story of how I finally convinced my parents to let me get a pet leopard gecko! I got the idea for this when I found some old letters/papers that I wrote to my parents attempting to explain why I should be able to get one.
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[@reavvis]

My mom wasn't cool with it at first either, but I showed her all of my research and made a pricing chart of everything I would need for it. She ended up only agreeing once I said that I would buy everything with my own money haha. Once I brought mine home though she fell in love with it and now she comes into my room just to see him, doesn't even acknowledge me

[@carley466]

Haha same my mom LOVES the family gecko now 😂

[@Luca_Silvio]

I did this 4 times and still a no

[@kaiyas9464]

I convinced my parents by researching for over a year and doing a presentation on them, and also proving I’m responsible with my other pets.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

That's awesome!

[@truly6570]

I have to do a bunch of chores for six months for my mom to just consider it

[@lanaspam0421]

What other pets do you have? Cause I have a cat and mini dog lol. I want a gecko but I also want to make sure I have a setup where the cat can’t get to it

[@shrekkeditz4867]

Thats what im doing right now😭💀

[@MyaRhyanna]

I did the same thing 😂❤️! My mom said no to a turtle at first but I told her I did my research and made a check list of things I need for this new family member. Thank god I convinced her and I’m getting a slider soon !!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

That's awesome!

[@nicholas4557]

I had to do an essay too

[@sparklestorm1236]

I had to do a power point but it was totally worth it. My slider is adorable and sassy and hungry(like me), and I love her.

[@MyaRhyanna]

Maddy a power point? Oh you deserve the slider💗💗 so is mine haha!! I’ve had mine for almost a year now

[@miabates5116]

I literally wrote more than an essay. I literally wrote a whole book and my mum still said no 😠 I'm still trying

[@reptitan5498]

I understand the pain of waiting. I just got mine yesterday! 🦎Kuzon is beautiful

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Congrats!

[@alextait8255]

is your leopard gecko still healthy since its been a year

[@randaku2649]

Me: on day one of trying to convince my parents to get a leopard gecko. Her: yea, took me 6 or 7 years of convincing.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

😂keep persevering. Although to reassure you, I only REALLY tried and was serious about it for a year or two. It was just 6-7 years in between when I first wanted one and when I actually ended up getting one.

[@randaku2649]

The Turtle Girl I have won the war! I recently got a year old albino leopard gecko called Jambu! But I have a question that’s asked a lot, but never really answered the same way. When should I start to handle him? I’ve had him for a day, so he hasn’t adjusted yet, but my question is always answered with completely different times. Can you please answer my question? - Lion.

[@nickypearce3842]

@@randaku2649 after two weeks or so and do it in a slow progression

[@randaku2649]

Nicky Pearce thanks! This was very helpful!

[@amaianimates5605]

I need my gecko now tho

[@Espeon804]

I only managed to keep my turtle because I brought everything for it.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

that's very responsible of you :)

[@Armandov_8080]

I have asthma so my parents can only get me reptiles XD but i do have a dog planing to get a bearded dragon during black friday and please make a hallowen and black friday video.

[@mvhpets]

Good luck keeping your future bearded dragon!

[@lazza3125]

Hope your Beardie and Dog are Keeping well!

[@maisie798]

IT WORKED! THE NOTE MAILED WORKED! And two weeks later im at the pet store, buying and paying for everything! INCLUDInG THE GECKO! I'm so happy with my gecko, Ben, and look forwards to spending a REALLY long time with him! THANK YOU SO MUCH! SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SO SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!

[@snappingturtlezag1361]

Awesome gecko! Love your vids!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Thank you!

[@crowzier]

I really really really want a bearded dragon, gonna go write an essay now-

[@sofiacusack]

Lol I have my fair share of pets in my house! I’ve got 3 cats, 1 leopard gecko, 2 betta fish, 2 minnows, 2 African dwarf frogs, and 1 axolotl. Life is crazy .-.

[@lazza3125]

Nice! i have 2 Cats, 1 Dog, 2 Guinnea pigs and 1 Leopard Gecko 🦎😊👍

[@Hana-pv6yq]

Melanie Beesley I have a cat 😁

[@oasis7195]

I have 3 snakes, (corn snakes and one ball python) a leopard gecko, and a hobo spider.

[@Hana-pv6yq]

Dragon Animations ahhhh spider

[@danatannw8599]

I have 2 dogs, 2 guinea pigs, a hamster, a lot of goldfish, two pufferfish, and more fish, and I have 7 birds. But I really want a gecko, I’m probably gonna get one for Christmas :) I’m very busy with all my animals 😂

[@HaikyuuNoodleSoup]

Sad because my animal lover dreams have been crushed. 😞 No fluffy animals, no reptiles. Only my dog (who I love really much). Time to go write my will.

[@nickypearce3842]

i dont any pet but realy realy wish for a gecko

[@boredlol9440]

Same boy same

[@SDK202]

I begged her so much i want one so bad but she keeps saying no even my dad said he would pay 😭

[@orxnges561]

I already have 3 rats and a fish. My sister owns 2 g pigs (might be giving them away) and my brother owns 2 goldfish Not to mention we have a family dog And I go up there and say "I want a leopard gecko" I sound so spoiled Id try to convince them more but my mom says it's too many animals, so I'm thinking I should have a good life with the others while they're still alive and when they pass then I get one But im impatient .>.

[@danatannw8599]

So am i, I have 7 birds, 2 pufferfish, a lot of goldfish, and guppies, and more fish. Two dogs, two guinea pigs and a hamster. But I really want a gecko, probably getting one for Christmas but I’m impatient. But I see on your profile you have one? How’s it doing? :)

[@Thesoulmusicarchives]

I just asked my mum everyday until she says yes she got annoyed but ut was worth it now i have 12 budgies

[@lazza3125]

I Think You Should Make a Second Channel Named “The Gecko Girl” 😉🤞🦎❤️

[@thepenguin6632]

Thanks so much! Now I know that they can live a week without food! I’m going to try to convince them now!

[@oasis7195]

Pink Parrots YT Please don't wait a whole week for each feeding!! A baby leopard gecko needs to be fed every day and an adult at least every two days but mostly every other day.

[@oasis7195]

And also, feed at dawn or dusk, when the gecko would hunt and be awake and active in the wild

[@darkfoxgamez7886]

You know, even if I convinced them, I’m not gonna get a turtle too 😩😖

[@sophiehall8189]

I don’t mind not getting a turtle BUT I NEED THAT GECKO!

[@W.I.C.K.D.ISGOOD]

I did this for my parents and they said yes! Getting one in october❤❤

[@judywu9812]

He’s so cute!!! I like the wide smile on his face

[@lanaspam0421]

I’m going to be using all these tips cause I want to convince my parents as well😭😭

[@amirrichaun]

Thank you for this video 😭 I have a leopard gecko, but after two years of having her I think I’m ready for two zebra finches (or a beardieee). My first word was bird and I pretty much lived in the Philadelphia Zoo with how much I visited, each time admiring the eagles and other birds. They always caught my eye and I’m in love with their behavior and the way they interact (or don’t; some are highly predatory 😬😂)

[@TheTurtleGirl]

aw birds are neat! hope you're able to get some soon :) thanks for sharing

[@bri1404]

Yay Cuzon’s one of my favorite animals of yours!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

One of mine too 😉😉😉

[@baryzilla5875]

Your pictures is the best scene from Sharkboy and Lavagirl

[@lillyyates13]

Thank you sm for this video a few years ago my mum and dad said I can get a crested gecko and now Im a mom of a crested gecko 😊.I'm watching this video again as I am really wanting a gargoyle gecko.

[@Lillyyatesvlogs]

And I ended up getting a garg and a Pomeranian 😂

[@kitkatyas]

Lucky..I’m gonna try to write something to convince my dad. I have a bearded dragon named cookie! She’s almost three years old wish her happy birthday 🎂

[@madfishdiva]

Really beautiful. So glad your parents allowed you to get one. They are so cool.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

They really are!

[@legallydatingkenma8837]

I was thinking about making a essay for my parents about facts and stuff so they can know I'm serious about wanting a turtle

[@jerekcrady9919]

Hey I love tour videos and I was wondering if you know where you got that shelf from? The one that’s holds your tanks.

[@hegxzdil]

Why am i watching this even tho my mom loves animals and already said yes? 😂

[@johnpaige8914]

I remember when I got mine a few months back, I didn’t really have to do much convincing lol all I had to do is tell them how old it was and how I’d get it home, I bought him off a friend for 50 bucks, best 50 bucks I have ever spent I’ve had him for about 4 months now, my dad likes reptiles so it didn’t take much convincing for me, I later found out that dad had already been thinking about getting me a leopard gecko so when I texted him about it he’s like “get it and bring it home” so I was so stoked I thought he’d say no at first but I didn’t know he had a fondness for reptiles. I love my Leo he’s cool he’s chill half the time and the other half he uses me as a jungle Jim like yours lol, i handle him about three times a day it’s funny because if I don’t he’ll go to the edge of the tank and look at me and try to follow me through the glass as I walk past his tank and he’ll keep doing it until I take him out he loves being handled and I love that about him, i love everything about having a Leo!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

that's awesome!

[@Everettalla]

My friends gecko is obsessed with my shoulder and knee. She just sits there, it’s so cute! I fell in love and I researched a bunch and all I needed to do to convince my mom is it being a birthday gift lol.

[@svdprvncesse0469]

I just want a crestie so BAD. I just love them sm ❤️

[@mvhpets]

hi, nice video! i was wondering if i could use iodine and salt for my red eared slider as it recently got injured

[@Captain_Cronch]

Hi I have a question what are you going to do with your pets when you good to collage (If you plan on going) and if you already went to collage could you tell me what to do with your pets when you go. I really want a crested gecko but I don’t know what I would do with it when I go.

[@Its_AJ_]

Hey turtle girl am a big fan a plus i have 2 turtles my self and i am on my way to get a leopard gecko, and a made a slide show for my parents i thinks its pretty good btw i make turtle videos too

[@graceixo6633]

I’m planning on doing a slideshow and project it on my projecting downstairs, im also going to add my parents native language so they can understand EVEN more.

[@innuendoc251]

TypiicalPotato I hope it goes well!

[@graceixo6633]

Innuendo Reviews Thank you! ❤️🤗

[@Morgan_Sparrowriver]

I’m wanting to get a crested gecko and I’ve already done my research I guess it’s time to write If I mentioned a roach to my mom, that would be an automatic no lol

[@Lillyyatesvlogs]

Ik this is very very late reply 😂 but just say they can eat pangea which is a powdered diet that you mix with water. Then say I will give them insects here and there cause they need it. I'll put the insects and crestie in a tub so non escape

[@Morgan_Sparrowriver]

@@Lillyyatesvlogs I actually got a crestie in December!! His name is Pascal 💛 My mom is fine with the bugs so long as they never leave the room and she doesn’t see them lol

[@Lillyyatesvlogs]

@@Morgan_Sparrowriver i love the name pascal

[@Kefffler]

I’m really big Crested Gecko fan and Ive been working on softening them up slowly to it and now I’m happy to say after 1 1/2 years they are finally considering it. (Fingers crossed)

[@fr0ggyl3ahh37]

i hope you get one! I’ve only just started to ask for one!

[@Kefffler]

@@fr0ggyl3ahh37 I didn't get a Crested gecko but a little Leopard gecko was for sale so I bought her. She is ablsolutely adorable.

[@fr0ggyl3ahh37]

@@Kefffler aww that’s amazing congrats!

[@Kefffler]

@@fr0ggyl3ahh37 Thank You!

[@princessjustin1494]

keep up the great work your doing amazing keep going but pls do more videos with the turtles

[@mr.j6567]

thank you for sharing. nice to see the dedication and commitment to what you want. shows good maturiaty. peace, love, and blessings.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Thanks as always for the support Justin!

[@safepancake7551]

Really it was surprisingly easy to convince my mom for one it was literally just “Hey I want a leopard gecko” “Ok whatever as long as you have good grades, now shut up I’m working”

[@TheTurtleGirl]

haha well that's one way!

[@jimmygimbal]

That thing is pretty cute no lie hahahah 😅

[@TheTurtleGirl]

He is...it's the perpetual smile lol

[@oasis7195]

Omg!! 😍 Where did you get that rock hide? It's adorable!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

the one in his tank? I believe it's an exo terra reptile cave - amzn.to/36Mb4IX

[@oasis7195]

The Turtle Girl Thank you so much! And thank you for taking the time to respond lol

[@fishygirl999]

My mum still says no

[@me.n.u.ifykwim7080]

I want a bearded dragon more than ANYTHING more than my dream gaming set up. My dad just says no, no matter how much I try, I’ve done my research for over 4 months and he still said no and my mom doesn’t really care but I told him he wouldn’t even pay for it and he still said no

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Aw, sorry to hear that Maddie. It'll can definitely take time. Keep persisting, show you're responsible, and show that you've done your research. Set up a box in a place where you'd want to put the tank. Make a jar/envelope full of the money you plan to spend on it and put it in a visible place. Best of luck!

[@me.n.u.ifykwim7080]

@@TheTurtleGirl thank you so much and that was a good idea! I have over $300 but idk if that’s enough do you mind telling me? If not I’ll search up prices of all the needs.your videos are so helpful and I’ll definitely subscribe because I haven’t and I saw this and made me want to comment my problems

[@Ttvrye55]

great video!!😁

[@summerwrigley8839]

i asked for years every birthday every cheistmas and this year hes finally getting me one and i showed him all my research obvs before because otherwise he wouldnt of got me one

[@b3nnefits]

I’m trying to convince my parents to let my get some rats. I know for a fact my mum doesn’t want one now but will love them when we have them.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

aw best of luck!

[@verendu562]

I don’t want a leopard gecko, I want a bearded dragon haha. My mom is fine with it, but my dad , well, I don’t know what he thinks. He hasn’t given an answer yet but her told me “stop thinking of names” so I’m starting to lose hope. I also wrote and essay, 3 pages, and I still don’t know if I’ll get it!

[@fr0ggyl3ahh37]

I hope you get one!

[@paulatichenor1820]

This will help my granddaughter

[@TheTurtleGirl]

haha for sure!

[@quentinthieme4580]

I just did this and worked thanks so much now I’m getting one next weekend :)

[@me.n.u.ifykwim7080]

Once my dad kept my bunny outside and it died from heat and I said I would pay for everything a bearded dragon needs and he still says no

[@mariodelgado4708]

My mom all I had to to was ask and then she said yes but when it came to food that's was when she said no,so then I ask my dad and he said yes and he said he will by it for me so now i will get it in 2 or 1 weeks or when I visit my dad at his house 🏡

[@epenaloza52]

I had a question but I didn't know where to ask you so I just looked up your latest video and hopefully you'll be able to answer my question or concern Is it ok if I put my turtle tank in my room!?, more like is it safe. Is there anything I should know

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Yes! It's absolutely fine. The filter usually makes a bit of humming and bubbling, so if that type of thing annoys you then maybe find a different place for the tank, but fish tanks are self contained. It won't smell as long as you maintain it properly (do water changes). And the turtle won't make you sick as long as you wash your hands whenever touching it or cleaning out the tank :)

[@SofiaVazquez-vc2go]

My dad: get one from the backyard HAHAHAHAA Me: 😏

[@xero1845]

I really want a leopard gecko but I just got a bird a month ago and that most likely means I’m not getting another pet😭

[@MeBeingRakshith]

Just don't stop making videos.. I luv ur videos

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Thanks!

[@PrathamSharmaa]

I wanna see hoku and nemo

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Soon :)

[@dDoven-gl4uf]

I’m gonna come back here every week to update

[@mmeje650]

her: It took me 6 or 7 years of convincing me: oh ok 😑 it’s been less than a day and i’m getting one so have hopes

[@TheTurtleGirl]

hahaha patience and persistence ;)

[@user-rt3kz8ou6i]

Im in the process of convincing my parents to let me get a turtle for my birthday and im actually writing an essay right now . If i do get one i will be posting it on my channel if anyone potentially would like to see it

[@galacticfilms6431]

I don’t even have to try to convince my dad, he just straight up wants pets like reptiles and amphibians, the one that I have to try my hardest to convince is my mom

[@stephvids9796]

Same my dad knows my moms gonna say no so he just dosing care

[@neptunezilla]

I honestly don't get where people think reptiles are slimy and gross, they're so heckin' cute!!

[@renrichards]

I know this is a random question, but what morph is that $60 gecko on timestamp 8:43 next to the stack of papers? It is gorgeous!

[@dexterhalloren1516]

I did it to a presention now I am getting one

[@apeood2617]

i lowkey just woke up and i seen my cuzzo bring a baby yellow bellied slider out of the blue

[@Paigevlogs.]

I hope this works because i love reptiles and my dad hates them

[@HIVETIME]

Yay I'm early!!

[@brandonm.4187]

My dad is re-purposing an old water fountain into a turtle pond. The fountain doesn't have any sort of filtration so we're not sure how to get started. Any advice?

[@COOPERSCICHILDS]

EXCELLENT

[@fr0ggyl3ahh37]

the letter worked! Today i got a little fat tailed gecko! Thank you! i

[@Ihavepinkeye]

When I turned 18 I just went out and bought my crestie without even consulting them. It’s not like they’re gonna take care of it anyway :/

[@rindo7241]

Bro my mom hates all animals and I told her I will buy everything and do everything she said no not any animal will get in thes house so yeah 😢 still sad I cried for some reason

[@ShanealRoxLikeSox13]

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[@TheTurtleGirl]

✌🏽

[@kyronjadepreddy4964]

what type of plants would you recommend for a hatchling red eared slider tank? i want to get some live ones but i have no idea which ones are safe and which ones (if any) are toxic to turtles!

[@chelseajude4753]

I also did the same thing! My dad said maybe..

[@TheTurtleGirl]

awesome! best of luck Chelsea!

[@wilfejones319]

I know this is nothing related to leopard geckos 🦎😂😂🤣, but you wanna know how I got my budgie, I went on pets4homes, found one I liked , messaged the woman about it, did a bit of reasearch and eventually mom and dad found out that I was messaging her, asked “ why are you messaging this woman about a budgie” of course I just said “ I realy want one 😂👍🏻” then they just said, ugh fine , well take you to pick it up on Wednesday then I was like OKG now way thanks 😂😂

[@matthewdolaher8519]

Yayyyyyyyyyyyy a new turtle girl vid.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Ayyyyyy 💙

[@lukajones9550]

I really want a crested gecko

[@layla-cs4fj]

I’m doing the same thing right now

[@nathanielb7266]

Hey turtle girl what filter do you use I dont know what the best is and the cheapest please reply turtle girl

[@00544]

My sister is just like you

[@lonelypotato1370]

I may have a Loperd gecko.

[@mylilleopardgecko]

I’m trying right now. I wrote down facts and stuff, and I hope I convince them.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

best of luck!

[@mylilleopardgecko]

@@TheTurtleGirl It worked!

[@gummybxar8584]

My mom WONT EVEN LET A DDOG IN THE HOUSE LIKE WHAT THE HECK

[@gummybxar8584]

Btw not meant to be rude I love ur vids tho

[@amaianimates5605]

I need a indo specific tree gecko hopefully this works for that Start the protest for me

[@avab2813]

Second yay

[@kailerrX]

i really want an iguana but my parents won't let me :(

[@hippymegs]

I really want a Leopard gecko but I just got a rabbit named Rosie so my mom & dad will probably say no. Maybe in a few months

[@tvbra1nr0t]

The only thing that is holding my parents back from getting me a gecko is what will happen when I have to go off to college x3 I know that I’m going to bring it with me but there’s many colleges that don’t allow pets so that’s a struggle.

[@nathanielb7266]

The turtle girl can you do a vid on what turtles do at night I dont know what to do at night for my turtles do I leave the light on all night or just turn off all lights?

[@jordansmarket]

Personally, I turn off the heat lamp since I have a water heater. I keep on the UVB lamp because it’s very dim and food for night-viewing. If you don’t have a water heater or if your house is cold keep on all the lights.

[@bazzz1467]

The way they let u get loads of turtles

[@matthewdolaher8519]

You should get a created gecko next they are sooooo cute and require very minimal care which includes spot cleaning, mist downs, and their food which is like a gel, and the obvious cleanings when necessary. I just think that type of pet suits you.

[@RavenRaven]

technically you don't have to even spot clean if it's bioactive, and you only have to add springtails.

[@RavenRaven]

You could even get a misting system to automate everything, and the only thing you have to do is change its food every few days. So simple

[@Ethangrondin77]

I've been doing this for years and still haven't gotten mine my parent I guess just hate lizard lol

[@sparklestorm1236]

Omg you had to do all that? I just had to do a power point.

[@adsqmamba22]

My mom keeps saying no

[@jazzur8389]

How old is kuzon

[@TheTurtleGirl]

A year and a half :)

[@beasworld4323]

Does a 55 slide slideshow work too.... Hehe

[@alisonwilliams4606]

I'm watching every video like this because I want a guinea pig SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO SOOOOOOOOO bad

[@annagustin9208]

All I want is a goldfish I used to have a goldfish so I know how to care for it we have all the supplies but for some reason it’s still no.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

best of luck Anna! It can be tricky!

[@annagustin9208]

@@TheTurtleGirl my mom got mad at me for asking again T_T

[@jwcob1239]

If i have a uvb light would i still supply d3

[@thejoithh]

I know this is very late, but never supplement d3 with a uvb light. However, if you don’t have uvb you MUST supplement d3

[@jwcob1239]

@@thejoithh its crazy how much i've learned the past 3 years