SonTigerPantherCham
New Member
Hi everybody!,
This is something I have wanted to post about for awhile, but haven't figured out quite how to word it.
There are 2 things I have noticed are common issues with our chameleon care.
They both have to do with Vet care.
I am directing this at newer owners or those that are considering getting one. Those of us that already have them, for the most part have already had to figure this out.
When we speak to new/about to be new owners, we all agree a "Vet fund" is always necessary.
What might help along with this information, is to suggest making sure you have a Herp Vet within a reasonable distance and already have this info in your phone, pc, written down somewhere.
I read so often " I wish I could take my cham to a Vet, but I don't know where one is" or I don't feel like driving 2 hours to get to a Vet", or "There isn't one in my area".
These are things you should know prior to a purchase, and it should be part of your decision. If you think you won't need a Vet at some point, think again. We all need to know whom to go to, where they are located, and the funds to see one. If you cant afford a Vet visit (which I personally think your Vet should see your Cham while it is healthy, an annual exam) that too needs to figure into the equation.
Chameleons are fragile and hardy, they bounce back, some don't. But we need to be responsible Chameleon owners, and part of that is your Veterinary care.
ok, I will get off the soap box
thank you for reading, anne
This is something I have wanted to post about for awhile, but haven't figured out quite how to word it.
There are 2 things I have noticed are common issues with our chameleon care.
They both have to do with Vet care.
I am directing this at newer owners or those that are considering getting one. Those of us that already have them, for the most part have already had to figure this out.
When we speak to new/about to be new owners, we all agree a "Vet fund" is always necessary.
What might help along with this information, is to suggest making sure you have a Herp Vet within a reasonable distance and already have this info in your phone, pc, written down somewhere.
I read so often " I wish I could take my cham to a Vet, but I don't know where one is" or I don't feel like driving 2 hours to get to a Vet", or "There isn't one in my area".
These are things you should know prior to a purchase, and it should be part of your decision. If you think you won't need a Vet at some point, think again. We all need to know whom to go to, where they are located, and the funds to see one. If you cant afford a Vet visit (which I personally think your Vet should see your Cham while it is healthy, an annual exam) that too needs to figure into the equation.
Chameleons are fragile and hardy, they bounce back, some don't. But we need to be responsible Chameleon owners, and part of that is your Veterinary care.
ok, I will get off the soap box
thank you for reading, anne