Live plant care/cham buying questions?

[kuskye25]

1.) I understand i need to wash the live plants, but what about its soil will it hurt a chameleon, and also should i quarantine the plant for a while to ensure there is no bugs in it, if so how long.

i bought pothos and hibiscus, i still dont have the chameleon yet, but am very eagar to get one at this point.



2.) I'm really worried about where to get my cham., i feel like i still dont know enouph about their physiology to just go out and buy one, meaning i kind of know what to look for when im buying a chameleon, but once i go to the pet store and hold one im now unsure of its health or how to even know for sure its ok......

im hoping for reassurance from you guys or just a supplier to buy from you all know and trust!!!!!!!!

 

[dodolah]

See my answer in red.

1.) I understand i need to wash the live plants, but what about its soil will it hurt a chameleon, and also should i quarantine the plant for a while to ensure there is no bugs in it, if so how long.

i bought pothos and hibiscus, i still dont have the chameleon yet, but am very eagar to get one at this point.

Change the soil with organic potting soil that has NO chemical fertilizer, conditioner, or pearlite (or any chemical stuff).
Usually, i give about 3 to 5 days be4 introducing it to your chameleon (but that is because i always set up the cage a week or two before the chameleon arrive to see what do i need to adjust -temp and humidity wise).


2.) I'm really worried about where to get my cham., i feel like i still dont know enouph about their physiology to just go out and buy one, meaning i kind of know what to look for when im buying a chameleon, but once i go to the pet store and hold one im now unsure of its health or how to even know for sure its ok......

Go buy online with reputable breeders (I recommend kammerflage kreations and flchams). You will get a healthy chameleon. Research research research.

im hoping for reassurance from you guys or just a supplier to buy from you all know and trust!!!!!!!!

 

[kuskye25]

See my answer in red.

cool man thanks, btw what is the ideal temp and humidity you recommend, thanks again....

 

[dodolah]

for veiled, right?
I say for baby, imho, basking point should be in around 85 F and should not raise above 90 F.

ambient temp 70- 80F

humidity is good around 50 - 70% with spikes after misting.

 

[kuskye25]

for veiled, right?
I say for baby, imho, basking point should be in around 85 F and should not raise above 90 F.

ambient temp 70- 80F

humidity is good around 50 - 70% with spikes after misting.

yes for veiled, ok sounds good ill make the adjustments if needed

 

[dodolah]

Just remember that 85 F is quite hot already for baby.

Try to make it constant as best as you can..