Jackson chameleon help

[thecaramelcamel]

My chameleon is acting weird and i was just wondering if you know why. Normally he starts sleeping when it gets dark and recently he hasn't been opining his eyes at all even when I handle him. He has a red blood like substance on the rim of his mouth...... I also noticed that his saliva is thick (not sure if thats normal).Pleas help.

 

[AndrewWelch]

I don't know anything about Jackson Chameleons but I'm sure if you fill out the sheet with all of your information someone will help you.


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.


Fill that out, post some pictures and someone will get back to you about it .

 

[Solid Snake]

Welcome to the forum! To be honest, that doesnt sound good, we need more info to find out whats going on, please be detailed and honest. We will help anyway we can.


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

 

[Draco1702]

In addition to the info already requested, pictures would be great too.

 

[carol5208]

Thick saliva can be a sign of a respiratory infection. The blood around the mouth could be an injury of possibly mouthrot. Is you cahmeleon making noises when he breathes?. holding his head up in the air? mouth open? Eyes closed during the day hours is not a good sign.

 

[AndrewWelch]

Thick saliva can be a sign of a respiratory infection. The blood around the mouth could be an injury of possibly mouthrot. Is you cahmeleon making noises when he breathes?. holding his head up in the air? mouth open? Eyes closed during the day hours is not a good sign.

Definitely sound like a respiratory infection to me. Plus something else :/.

 

[thecaramelcamel]

can I take him to the local vet or are there vets that specialize in reptiles?

 

[kinyonga]

Please post some photos and fill in the "how to ask for help" information that was provided for you. Its best to take the chameleon to an exotics vet...but another vet might be able to help in a pinch.

 

[camimom]

a vet who has dealt with chameleons is best but if you find one who specializes in birds it can do for a quick trip.