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I wouldn't use it. It's probably fine to climb on, but it's white Sap is an irritant when touched and very poisonous when eaten.

30% is pretty low for a Veiled isn't it? I know they can tolerate swings that low but for long periods it really is way too low.

I built my own divided cages using screens and wood. About 24" tall, nothing taller cause you don't want them to fall from too high and yet this height is tall enough to house them until 4-6 months. Where the cost gets ya is the lighting, there is simply no avoiding that you need bulbs and fixtures.

Agreed, impaction could be the cause. Keep him well hydrated, mist with warm water. Stop feeding meal worms and switch to superworms or some other feeder like crickets or roaches. You might also be feeding him too much.

59 Eggs is quite normal. Mine usually lay about 55. You won't know immediately if they are fertile. Depending on your incubation temperature you might know in a month or maybe more. I incubate my eggs at lower temperatures. I usually don't see any veins for 2 to 3 months. Make sure you do...

I know you said there are no vets in the area but you might have no choice, even if it requires longer drive. Bumps can mean parasites, an abscess due to infection, or maybe a tumor. Not trying to scare you but this must be mentioned.

I use tupperware as well and perlite as the medium to place the eggs on. Feeding them is definitely the hardest part. I start them of on fruit flies which are easy enough to breed. Usually have at least five strong cultures going for every 10 chams. I also start breeding tonnes of crickets and...

I would be safe assume she is and just have a laying bin in her enclosure.

She looks dark and if she's started to display this colors since she was bred it's quite possible. Normally though from my experience my gravid females have colors similar to the picture linked. Gravid Female Veiled

The link below is to a good thread about eye problems. First issue in the list sounds like your problem. I suggest you try some of the solutions listed some of which have been suggested here. https://www.chameleonforums.com/eye-problems-76636/

Looks like he's hydrated. Little bit of swelling under the eye though. Could be the UVB as suggested by the vet. Is the UVB 10.0 or 5.0? 10 could be too intense. I also notice you made no mention of supplying multivitamins which should be taken once of twice a month. Vit A deficiencies or...

Still would like to get a picture, it might help a lot. What is the UVB rating of your bulb?

Although Veiled Chameleons are forgiving, hardy creatures and can tolerate lower spells of humidity, they do better in humidity levels between 50%-70% with higher humidity levels at night.

Details are very important. A basking of 70 is low to start with leave it at 85, the chameleon should move away to cool down. Again how much was the chameleon eating before he had this issue? I assume the vet prescribe a cream because they think something is wrong with the eye? What did the...

My opinion is the more the better, you can't overdose him on sunlight :). Just make sure he has some shade to hide so he doesn't over heat. And keep him well hydrated. One person mentioned on an older post that using those patio misting systems work great.

That is a very young chameleon. What was the original issue that alarmed you to bring it to the vet? And what was it's diet and how much was it eating when you first got it? Do you have a pic or can you tell by it's eyes if it may be dehydrated? You mentioned the basking spot goes as low...

I am very sorry for you loss. I wish pet stores would provide better detail in care for such pets! I feed my baby chameleons around 10-15 depending on the size of crickets each day. 2-3 seems far too few. How much lettuce did he eat?

Depends on how stressed, but common signs are drastic changes in colour from real dark or real bright, hiding, trying to escape the enclosure and not eating. A change in their environment can stress them out and may take a small time to adjust. You mentioned you put it in your living room? Is...

You mean something like those patio misters? OOoooo, those are a great idea!

I believe any amount of time you can offer is good. The sun provides far more benefits to your pet than any light bulb could ever offer. Just make sure he has a shady place to hide so he doesn't over heat and that he stays hydrated! You should also continue to use your UVB Bulb after you return...