Smelly Chameleon

[CamiGirl89]

So as much as I love Bagheera I must admit... He stinks. My other chameleons don't have the "odor" that Bagheera's feces has, and I am beginning to need some new options of what I can do to keep the smell down. He is kept in a guest room in my apartment, and I am worried that guests will not enjoy sleeping in the room with a smelly cham! Poor guy, he needs some cologne or something He has that very carnivorous, reptile smell that I usually smell with large snakes or sometimes beardies. Does anyone have any suggestions on how I can cut back the smell? Any special paper towels that help, or so-forth? Odd question I know, but my stinky guy needs some advice on hygiene!

 

[Kate]

Has he been tested for parasites?

 

[jannb]

Smelly poop is a sign of parasites. I'd recommend a fecal. Probably a good idea to get a fecal on all of your chams.

 

[Psychobunny]

Yep, I'm afraid I would have to agree.
I hate it when stuff like that happens!!
That's why I invested in a microscope, books, and some basics to do my own floats and exams.

How long have u had him in his current cage setup?

May be a good idea to fill out and post a "how to ask for help" form.

 

[CamiGirl89]

Well drat, poor guy! He has been smelly since day 1 of owning him! Looks like it might be time to see the doctor, then. Thank you for the tip!

 

[Trace]

Smelly poo can definitely be an indicator of internal parasites but if it’s overpowering (their poos aren’t big enough to create a stench in the room) perhaps the smell is coming from a different source like stagnant water in or under the cage or root rot from the plants.