Ace
Avid Member
If it was a WC(wild caught) import, they normally have a parasites. So when purchasing a WC, its best to just go to the vet and deworm them. WC are sometimes risky and tricky to own, unlike CB(captive bred) or ch(captive hatched).
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If it was a WC(wild caught) import, they normally have a parasites. So when purchasing a WC, its best to just go to the vet and deworm them. WC are sometimes risky and tricky to own, unlike CB(captive bred) or ch(captive hatched).
jacksonschameleon
New Member
the poop had little bug shells in them and there was more pee than poop
im hoping i want have to do that but if it ends up that way thats the last thing to do on my list i justt want my chameleon to be ok
Im sorry, but most likely he will not be ok. You can take him to a vet, but that little guy looks really sick. Does he move at all?
jacksonschameleon
New Member
the guy i bought it from shouldve dewormed his reptiles before he came to the pet show because they coulve spred the worms to other animals there. plus he ever told me if it was already dewormed
jacksonschameleon
New Member
how much does a reptile hospital usually cost
Ace
Avid Member
well when it comes to WC's there is always that chance which is why, when buying a chameleon that is wild caught, the first thing todo is go to the vet to check everything is okay. I dont know how the procedure is in caring WC's from the people you got yours from but you dont normally worry about it in CB or CH...
I'm sorry to have to say this...but you are wasting valuable time...you need to get it to a vet NOW if you want to have even a chance of it surviving....and even with that it likely won't.
If it does happen to survive you need to make some changes to the way you keep it.
Its definitely a male. You shouldn't be handling it so often. 4 crickets a week is likely not enough to feed him although Jackson's are not huge eaters.
With Jackson's you definitely need to be careful with the D3....twice a month is enough since it should produce the rest from its exposure to the UVB light.
Jackson's are a montane species and need a drop in temperature at night...so unless your house temperature goes below 60F you don't need any heat...and you definitely don't need a light (even if it is infrared).
Is the UVB light a long linear tube or a compact or what? What brand is it?
If the chameleon ingested any of the moss it could cause an impaction.
I don't know how cold it is in Missouri...but IMHO the cage should not be by the window at night.
What is the temperature in the basking area? The rest of the cage?
Before you worry about the above questions/comments you still need to get it to a vet.
If it does happen to survive you need to make some changes to the way you keep it.
Its definitely a male. You shouldn't be handling it so often. 4 crickets a week is likely not enough to feed him although Jackson's are not huge eaters.
With Jackson's you definitely need to be careful with the D3....twice a month is enough since it should produce the rest from its exposure to the UVB light.
Jackson's are a montane species and need a drop in temperature at night...so unless your house temperature goes below 60F you don't need any heat...and you definitely don't need a light (even if it is infrared).
Is the UVB light a long linear tube or a compact or what? What brand is it?
If the chameleon ingested any of the moss it could cause an impaction.
I don't know how cold it is in Missouri...but IMHO the cage should not be by the window at night.
What is the temperature in the basking area? The rest of the cage?
Before you worry about the above questions/comments you still need to get it to a vet.
jenstar
New Member
Take him to the vet!! ASAP
laurie
Retired Moderator
Where in Missouri do you live? My sister is in springfield and can get you a vet NOW.
jacksonschameleon
New Member
i Live in pacific mo and thanks but he died last night
jacksonschameleon
New Member
hes gone he died last night ... I live in pacific missouri
MichelleAndrea
New Member
i'm sorry bud ):
RIP, there was nothing you could do. I reccomend calling the people who sold you the cham and asking for a refund
carol5208
Chameleon Enthusiast
Awe I am sorry to hear the little guy didn't make it. That is so sad. If you decide to get another chameleon there are many sponsors on our site that will sell you a chameleon with a health guarantee. We are here to help you if you decide on getting another one. This forum is a great place to learn and everyone is here to answer any questions as best we can. Good luck and so sorry for your loss.
