Laying Issue
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ijmccollum
New Member
First of all, what kind of cham is it, does she have a proper digging bin, and does she have privacy? There are people on here who can help you but they will need info. Somewhere on this forum there is a form on how to ask for help so people can address specifics.
I wish you and your girl all the best.
Try this link, https://www.chameleonforums.com/how-ask-help-66/
also this, http://raisingkittytheveiledchameleon.blogspot.com/
I wish you and your girl all the best.
Try this link, https://www.chameleonforums.com/how-ask-help-66/
also this, http://raisingkittytheveiledchameleon.blogspot.com/
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jannb
Chameleon Enthusiast
I would get her to the vet ASAP if she just lays in the bin.
My blog should give you some info on laying. https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/jannb/345-egg-laying-laying-bin.html
My blog should give you some info on laying. https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/jannb/345-egg-laying-laying-bin.html
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Olimpia
Biologist & Ecologist
If she's eggbound she's either recieves medical attention or she dies, frankly. I'm not saying it to be mean, but to highlight that it's a serious situation if she is eggbound. Many vets will work out a payment plan with you if you cannot pay for everything in one go. Where abouts are you located? Perhaps you have members nearby that can offer help or recommend vets in your area.
jannb
Chameleon Enthusiast
Here's a MI vet that sees chameleons. You might have to drive a ways but most of us do. My vet's over two hours away. Most vets just do not know chameleons.
http://cedarcreekvet.com/
http://cedarcreekvet.com/
In the wild, its true, Mother Nature weeds out the weak. In captivity, we not only contribute to the weaknesses through improper husbandry, etc. at times... but IMHO when we take one on as a pet we've made a commitment to the animal to look after it. Perhaps there's a rescue in your area that would take it for you?
jannb
Chameleon Enthusiast
I totally agree. If you can not get her the medical attention that she needs then get her to someone that can.
Chameo is in Southern California the number is (818) 219-9315.
They handle rescues and do a great job. Give them a call and they will take her and give her the treatment she so deserves.
dreamforthedead
New Member
Not to have ago but why did you get her if your not willing to pay for her needs? That poor girl needs a vet or she WILL die, we get them it's up to us as responsible owners to keep them healthy at any cost or pay to have them out of pain. Sorry if im being harsh but you shouldn't have got her in the first place. I have a bank account alone for my animals vet bills, money out my wage goes straight into the account. I hope you do the right thing by your cham either get the treatment she needs or like jan says give her to some one who will get her help.
Don't let her see you watching her while she is digging...it will make her abandon the hole and if it happens often enough, it can lead to eggbinding.
She might dig a couple of test holes but should settle on one and dig it until she is happy with it. She should then turn around butt down and lay the eggs, fill the hole in and return to the branches.
Good luck! Glad to hear that she's digging.
She might dig a couple of test holes but should settle on one and dig it until she is happy with it. She should then turn around butt down and lay the eggs, fill the hole in and return to the branches.
Good luck! Glad to hear that she's digging.
