The Tragic Passing of My Favorite Gecko. Here's what went wrong.

Deepest condolences. The worst part of having animals is when they go, but you gave him an incredible life. He'll always live on in your memories

Unfortunetly, even with vets with decades of experience it can be a huge tossup with animals and anesthesia. The smaller the animal the more risk of sudden death even if everything is done right. So sorry that happened to you.

I am so so sorry for your loss. This gecko was a big part of your life and we are all so happy we got to meet him :) I’m so so sorry

I’m a vet assistant… unfortunately putting such a small animal under does carry certain risks and it’s almost impossible to do super successful cpr on such a little creature. I’m so sorry for your loss. Losing my beardie was one of the hardest things that happened to me and it only gets better with time.

I cried at you giving him a leaf to hide under in the afterlife. Thank you for doing everything you could for him, I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope he's up there in his alocasia happy as can be.

I am so sorry for your loss, Alex. You’re one of the most caring, compassionate keepers I’ve ever really engaged with, and we all loved Fuji so much. There is no doubt in our minds you did all you could do and gave him the best life a little crypto miner could ever have <3

dang dude, losing a gecko you've had for that long that was part of a dream you've had since a kid is really heartbreaking. i'm sorry dude

Anaesthesia is so rough on smaller animals. Even puppies and kittens. It’s why a lot of people don’t get their rodents, rabbits, hedgehogs, etc spayed/neutered. I’m so sorry for your loss. Losing an animal is so hard :(

As a friend and one who got to meet the little guy. I’m genuinely sorry, and still saddened by the news. Fuji’s name will live on through the frogs

This is so sad. I saw one of your egg shorts that mentioned his passing and came all the way back through your shorts and then videos to find out what happened. I actually assumed Toes killed him like spiders will sometimes do.. This broken peepee situation is somehow better and worse at the same time. Sorry for your loss; it’s clear you loved Fuji and did everything you could for him. I hope you get his babies from all five good eggs. Rip Fuji!!!

I know I’m just one of what will be hundreds commenting, but I am sending my condolences nonetheless. From a gecko owners perspective, you did everything correctly and I commend you for the high level of care and research you put into your animals. Your love for your animals shows in not only your own research, knowledge and the execution of those things, but also in your desire to educate others. I hope that you continue this journey to fulfilling your childhood dreams despite this!

UPDATE: a possible MIRACLE :))) youtube.com/shorts/AoUJLONgYvo Sorry this video is such a bummer. Your support means so much and I'm going to miss Fuji dearly. Back to my regular antics next week

My cat actually passed away because of anesthesia. I'm so sorry for your loss, I'm sure you gave Fuji a great little gecko life.

Man, that’s super awful. I’m so sorry that happened to you and that poor precious little guy. It’s rare, but sometimes the anesthetic does kill the animal.

Dude I grew really attached to Fuji, always thinking “when I finally get a gargoyle myself I’ll be sure to get one with a personality like his”… So sorry for your loss May his memory be a blessing

My condolences. Complete stranger to your channel but a big exotics and veterinary nerd here. This was definitely a freak accident and not at all your fault. For one, prolapses just happen. Sometimes they’re easy to fix like what your gecko’s breeder had happen, and sometimes they are life threatening ordeals and there’s not much you can do to prevent or predict it in breeding. With the vet visit, unfortunately little guys of any species and anesthesia do not mix well. It’s very easy for it to go wrong like it did for you and takes a skilled anesthesiologist with experience in the species you’re bringing in for the least risk but it’s always there. Not only their size but the unique anatomy of reptiles that make it so difficult and risky. Don’t beat yourself up about it too much, hope you get those eggs from Toes!

I had a Florida kingsnake that had an abscess on his face and he had to be operated on. I was a mess but luckily he pulled through because I was told reptiles are not good with anaesthetics. I lost him 11 years later to cancer and I was devastated. I had him for 15 years and was so attached to him. He was the first (and best) snake I had. It hurts so much losing a beloved pet. I was in tears watching your video. I am so so sorry you and Fiji had to go through this.

Im so sorry for your loss man… I remember the freeze I had to leave my house and leave all my fish, there was no power and a night later my parents said they all died. I was devistated and It was horrible. I’m so sorry you lost Fuji but his legacy (and maybe children) will live on.

I'm sorry man. I know this was a hard video to make but I appreciate you sharing it so that people can know the risks and possibilities of a situation like this, maybe it helps somebody. RIP Fuji, he was a special guy.

I didn’t know Fuji or this channel until today but I can already see how much love you have for your animals and how much you care for them and Fuji in particular. I’m so sorry he’s gone and I hope you know you have him a great life Edit: I hope he was successful and he will live on in his little baby geckos