Help?

My baby veiled chameleon will not eat. We've had him only a week and when I left this morning I checked on him. I came back two hours later and he was in the exact same spot, with the exact same 2 crickets right in front of him. He's been stretching all day and looks very uncomfortable. =( I think he might be getting ready to shed, but I don't know what to do about the eating situation. He is as big as my index finger. I can't give an exact age because we bought him from lilreptile, but he is very, very tiny, and some of the crickets seem to be almost as big as he is. What should I attempt to feed him? He's still very shy, and if my boyfriend or I even try to put anything near him, he flees. =( I've attached a photo of him, so if anyone is good at determining age, that would be greatly appreciated also.

Thanks so much!!

Hi and welcome to the forum!!!
What size crickets are you feeding. It sounds like they are too big for him to eat and your cham might be afraid of them. Some times pet stores don't carry crickets that are small enough. He probably needs 1/8" crickets. You can order them online from one of our sponsors. Ghan's Cricket Farm carries them here is a link.. http://www.ghann.com/store/store_product_detail.cfm?Product_ID=3&Category_ID=1

Also, fill out the "how to ask for help" form. It will allow members to see how you're keeping your cham, feeding, etc. It only takes a couple of mins and is really worth it to identify any problems that might exist and we can nip them in the bud right away and by doing so it will help your cham a healthy and happy life.
Nat

how do i fill that out? and where? =)

https://www.chameleonforums.com/how-ask-help-66/ Just click onthe link.

Hi there, I'm sorry..I thought I pasted it on here. My bad..LOL

Here it is You can click on post reply with quote and type the answers next to the questions

Chameleon Info:

* Your Chameleon - The species, sex, and age of your chameleon. How long has it been in your care?
* Handling - How often do you handle your chameleon?
* Feeding - What are you feeding your cham? What amount? What is the schedule? How are you gut-loading your feeders?
* Supplements - What brand and type of calcium and vitamin products are you dusting your feeders with and what is the schedule?
* Watering - What kind of watering technique do you use? How often and how long to you mist? Do you see your chameleon drinking?
* Fecal Description - Briefly note colors and consistency from recent droppings. Has this chameleon ever been tested for parasites?
* History - Any previous information about your cham that might be useful to others when trying to help you.


Cage Info:

* Cage Type - Describe your cage (Glass, Screen, Combo?) What are the dimensions?
* Lighting - What brand, model, and types of lighting are you using? What is your daily lighting schedule?
* Temperature - What temp range have you created (cage floor to basking spot)? Lowest overnight temp? How do you measure these temps?
* Humidity - What are your humidity levels? How are you creating and maintaining these levels? What do you use to measure humidity?
* Plants - Are you using live plants? If so, what kind?
* Placement - Where is your cage located? Is it near any fans, air vents, or high traffic areas? At what height is the top of the cage relative to your room floor?
* Location - Where are you geographically located?


Current Problem - The current problem you are concerned about.


Pictures are helpful

Will fill out when the boytoy returns home; he knows most of the information. I just play mommy and buy the feeders its a fun job; but i learn a lot on the way <3

Before and during shedding they don't like to eat so he will probably start shedding soon. If its not in the next couple of days then its because the size of the crickets.

dylaqn4567 said:

Before and during shedding they don't like to eat so he will probably start shedding soon. If its not in the next couple of days then its because the size of the crickets.

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Oh he's shedding alright, lol. He's almost done though. He looked SO uncomfortable..

my little guy eats cickets no prob but he wouldnt eat anything else last night i put 4 mealworms in a green shot glass and he ate em up in 3 min. i ve tried to get him to eat these same worms before with different presentations but the only one that worked so far was the shot glass i put it up among the branches on a angle facing him and right away he went for them. i tried clear plastic trays and a small clear lid and neither worked i think it may have todo with the green colour not sure tho. could be looking for booze LoL