Is there MBD or issue with his hind leg?
- Thread starter Mrsleesux
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Looks like this guy is in a store? There could always be an issue of MBD or another health issue. However if your talking about that spot on his back leg and if you look at other pics of male panthers or even veileds on their back legs you will see that they have a bit more girth to the lower limb there. Meaning this could be totally normal and not a sign of MBD or health issue.
Mrsleesux
Member
Yup it’s in a store but healthy and eating well. Just that I was afraid that spot looks like MBD… but ya u r right males do have a thicker base at the hind leg
MissSkittles
Chameleon Enthusiast
He’s very pretty. Are you getting him?
Mrsleesux
Member
Yea thinking to save it from the pet shop. But I scare that that lump is MBD…
MissSkittles
Chameleon Enthusiast
Mrsleesux
Member
Thanks Missskittles!
Two people have told you it looks normal, and this is still NOT a guarantee of health. There is always a health risk if you are not buying from a reputable breeder. This is something every single person takes on when they buy from a store, expo, or marketplace listing. Including myself and @MissSkittles as we both have purchased chams from chain stores. Chameleons hide illness very well. There can be parasite issues, in which some types can be far worse to deal with then an issue of MBD. Just something to consider when any one is making a decision to purchase a chameleon. You have to account for the fact that you may have to deal with a health issue and the expense that may bring. You weigh out your desire for the specific chameleon vs the potential expense. If your willing to deal with the potential expense and the cham is the one you want then you get it. Go through the appropriate steps of getting a fecal tested and vet visit with a Vet that actually has some cham experience.
