Sick Veiled Chameleon

Chaug

New Member
My Veiled Chameleon (Bob) is not doing so hot. It started a few days ago when I saw that he was not eating any of his food (Meal worms w/calcium dusting). I really didn't think anything of it until the next day. This is when he started closing his eyes for extended periods of time. He now has his eyes closed all day and is becoming very weak. He doesn't move around his cage much and hasn't eaten in the last 2 days at least. I have been trying to hand water him for the last few days (Because I thought this was caused by dehydration), but he refuses to open his mouth. I checked on him again today and he still looks very sick. Can some one please help me!

Other info:

Sex:Male
Size:7 in
Color: Green
Food: Crickets and meal worms
Cage: Mesh reptie breez
Watering system: Drip
Cage set up: Lots of plants
Humity: 60%- 70% (some times it will fall a bit)
Temp: 90 deg in hot spot 75-80 in cool spot
UVB: Yes
Night lamp: Yes

Please let me know if there is more info you guys/gals need!
 
Please fill out the following questionnaire...the information you provided is not enough...this is the questionnaire from the health thread "how to ask for help"...but I've expanded on it a bit....

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 (with or without D3, phosphorus) 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 for basking? What brand and type (spiral, long linear, compact, etc.) UVB light 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? Have they been washed...both sides of the leaves?
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!
 
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