Long time reader, new poster :)

[Oowasa]

Hello everyone!

My name is Jeff and I am new to Chameleon Forums. Thought I would hop in and say hello! I am going to be getting my first Panther Cham. after a LONG time away from the baby dino world. I grew up with chams as my Dad was keeping/breeding them when I was a youn'un (back in the mid 70's). Everything then was pretty much wild caught.

So anyways, been studying up on husbandry (boy has it come a long way!) along with the various types. My 11 year old daughter is on here with me studying like a mad-woman (Emilee) getting books from the library, etc.

Great site! Look forward to getting to know everyone better...any Minnesotans out there?!?

Jeffrey

 

[allencg101]

welcome to the site. were are you going to be getting your panther from??? if u have any questions just ask!!!!

 

[Oowasa]

I have been in talks with the people from "Screameleons" and they have been very helpful over the phone, answering all my questions even though I have not purchased anything yet.

Any suggestions?

 

[jessica]

Hi Jeff (is Jeff ok or do you prefer Jeffrey?)

Welcome to the forum!

Screameleons have gorgeous chameleons as do all the sponsors here. What local are you interested in?

 

[laurie]

Hello welcome to the group. Glad you finally joined us. We are a mostly friendly, knowledgeable group, and always ready to help. You are dealing with an excellent breeder. They are more helpful that a lot of others and they are very, very knowledgeable. You can't get a bad cham from them.

I am just a pm away if you need me.

 

[Oowasa]

Lol...nope, Jeff is just fine. I am just used to signing off everything as "Jeffrey".

I love Screameleons. Not to discount any other breeder/seller, it's just that I have had the most contact with them, and they have been SO helpful. And like I said, I have not even purchased anything yet. I know I am, but they have no way of knowing that...but still put the time into Emilee and I.

I am really looking at the Sambava, but to be honest, it really does not matter, I could really do anything as long as it is a pleasant species. I am looking for the time with my daughter and my own enjoyment. With that said, I LOVE the Sambava, Nosy Be, Oorana Mena or any of the beautiful crosses. Pssh...it doesn't matter.

Emilee (my daughter) has really developed a HUGE passion for these little guys. I told her my story of when I came downstairs when I was about her age (11 or 12) and found a habitat full of little white baby dwarfs. Then my dad and I got talking about it, she started studying, saving (she has over 120.00 saved), and begging...now we are heading down this baby dino path. I have wanted to get back involved for many, many years...but life finally slowed down enough, the money is now avaliable, own a home, etc. Just could not justify spending what it costs before. And I am now 42 ...sorry to ramble.

Anyways, it has been a long time coming and the added bonus is my daugher has an interest. So it's a double win for me

 

[carol5208]

Welcome Jeff and look foward to seeing some pics when you get your new arrival! We are all here to help!!

 

[sandrachameleon]

Welcome to the conversation Jeff. I hope you find this forum as useful and interesting as I have over the years.

You / your daughter may find the links from this blog entry informative:
https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/sandrachameleon/56-chameleon-related-websites.html

 

[jannb]

Welcome Jeff. Glad you decided to join us. Post plenty of picturers when you get your cham. We all love pictures.