Phone Call, Bad News...

[PrettyInInk87]

So, I got a phone call with bad news. My little dude Charles passed this morning... Followed Vet. instructions and was going to see the Vet. tomorrow but he was just too sick and passed this morning. I am SO hurt and just had the most terrible experience with my first Chameleon. I got so DAMN attached to Charles in the short time I had him. I have rescued and nursed a few of my my other reptiles but this time it didn't turn out the way I would have liked.

Man, I just don't have the words to explain how I feel. Bye Charles.

 

[jmdavis]

So sorry to hear of your loss. At least you can say you did your best for the little guy

 

[carol5208]

Awe, really sorry to hear that he passed away. He was so beautiful. You seem like you have a great heart and would be a wonderful keeper so maybe you can get another one and start over again with one that is healthy. I admire how much you did for him in the short time you had him. You tried your best.

 

[chameleon884]

im really sorry he passed. you just got him correct? do u know why he passed? he looked ok. he was such a beutiful chameleon.

 

[sallyb]

Aaaw poor little Charles. I really feel for you, it`s just so sad that it didn`t work out. You did your best for him and i`m sure he appreciated it.

 

[alexbrock]

sorry to hear that.

 

[Ace]

I'm sorry Gabbie...i knew you got very close to Charles

he looked only dehydrated, shouldve known it was more than that since he was in the elements for sometime ....just know you tried your best, and at least he felt some love before he passed....

 

[wendyeeeo]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm in the middle of a similar situation. My female Jackson's is scheduled for surgery tomorrow (reproductive organ issues), but I'm not sure she's going to make it through the night. I've done everything I can do up to this point - including vet visits, Xrays, etc. But it's so sad and I'm heartbroken as I take care of her in such a fragile state. The attachment I have to this cham has been very unexpected for me! I understand how sad you are for your loss.

 

[Steaphon]

I am so, so sorry...

I know first hand it is very hard. I am so sorry for your loss. Bless you for trying! You did a great job and I am sure he knew you loved him.

 

[PrettyInInk87]

Thank you all for your thoughts. I really did fall in love with him and yes I only had him for a couple of days but I feel very fortunate to have had him for the short time. I was told (after he passed) that he had green gunk or something (not quite sure) in his mouth. He was already sick when I got him but I still feel SO bad about not being able to save him.

Now that got a taste of what awesome little things these guys are, I am thinking of getting another Cham. I am in the process of getting a propper cage along with accessories and this time I will be ready before I bring one home. I am looking to adopt an unwanted Cham so when the time comes and I find one, he will have a great home waiting for him or her. (sigh)

 

[PrettyInInk87]

Wendy, i'm sorry to hear about your little girl and it sure is touch watching them deteriorate while you are trying your best to make them better. Hold her little "hand" and just hope for the best.

 

[kinyonga]

Sorry to hear that he passed, but I'm not surprised.

When you said that he was very weak and could barely move, walked with his eyes closed and kind of searching for something to grab onto with his "hands"..I was sure he didn't have much chance of making it.

I'm sure you and the person you gave it to did all that you could.

 

[gaxmode]

What a shame, sorry. His colors were amazing.

 

[JaxyGirl]

I'm soooo sorry to hear about your lil man Take comfort in knowing that you did the best that you could and gave him a nice home. When you're ready there area a lot of great breeders on here and CF members that will have you have a better experience with your next cham

 

[Dawniegirl]

So sorry to hear about your loss of Charles:-(( Seems from the picture like he was very thin when you got him & at least you gave him a good home for the end of his time here. It sounds like a lot of love too! So sad, so sorry to hear it :-(

 

[Big Gulp]

Dang, sorry to hear this. From what I can tell, you gave it your all and did what you could do. Hold your head up high.

 

[PrettyInInk87]

Thank you. I am looking for another Cham to fill the void this little guy left... = / I'm hoping on getting a baby, I just picked up a 12 by 12 by 28 I think will be good for a little baby.

 

[laurie]

This time you will start with a healthy cham and have many years of loving him.

 

[PrettyInInk87]

Yes, and a much better experience I hope. God, I need to stop crying...