Baby Veiled Chameleon

[jannb]

I wouldn’t be without it. A vet that has chameleon experience is very important too. Where do you live? I might be able to recommend a good chameleon vet.

https://www.chameleonforums.com/threads/pet-insurance-is-very-important.160267/

 

[jannb]

@jannb the babies are so cute and very good bloodline!

Thank you Kristen!

 

[jannb]

Pennsylvania, not a lot of reptiles up here and especially when it comes to vets

There is a member here with tons of chameleons from PA. Let me see who he uses.

 

[Gray]

Ok, Thanks

 

[Gray]

Does prolapse happen in both genders, or just female

 

[jannb]

There is a member here with tons of chameleons from PA. Let me see who he uses.

He uses Dr. Achtel at Exeter Veterinary Hospital....north of Philly.

If that’s not in driving distance for you check out these reptile vets in PA and call around to see which one have chameleons experience.
http://thereptilereport.com/pennsylvania-reptile-veterinary-directory/

 

[jannb]

Does prolapse happen in both genders, or just female

Both, probably males more than females.

 

[Gray]

Is exeter vet in exton, or is exeter its own place

 

[Gray]

Its pretty far, but if i needed to i would make the drive. Google says 50 minutes

 

[jannb]

Is exeter vet in exton, or is exeter its own place

It’s in Reading
http://www.exetervethospital.com/our_staff.html

 

[Gray]

Not terribly far

 

[Gray]

is prolapse influenced by something, or does it just happen?

 

[Gray]

Also, when i get the little guy, should i wait two weeks then start trying to hand feed. or could i start trying a few days after i get hi so he can adjust

 

[Gray]

Will the premium chams from FL Chams live longer than the normal veilds

 

[jannb]

is prolapse influenced by something, or does it just happen?

It can just happen but parasites has been known to cause it. I recommend a fecal every 4 to 6 months.

 

[Gray]

Ok, how would they get the parasites if they are captive bred, can they just... form?

 

[jannb]

Also, when i get the little guy, should i wait two weeks then start trying to hand feed. or could i start trying a few days after i get hi so he can adjust

I handle my babies from hatch so they are very friendly and can be handles right away. Big Breeders never handle there Chameleons so it will be a new experience for them.

 

[Syreptyon]

I also have another question. I know people don't like to judge people based on things they say or similar topics. But do i seem...knowlegeble or know enough to own a chameleon. I don't want it to have a... suckey life i you know what i mean.

Respectfully, after following this thread for a while and reading your many questions, it does not sound like you are particularly knowledgable. In addition to the huge cost of transporting a chameleon across the border twice, some of your other basic questions are a little concerning to me. Transporting a chameleon that great a distance sounds like a very large and avoidable stressor in my opinion. At the very least, I think you should spend many more hours researching on these forums before you are ready to commit to this and all the high costs that come with.

 

[Gray]

Good to know, should i wait like a week to let them adjust, then try hand feeding with tweasersr/tongs

 

[Gray]

Ok, thank you for your honest opinion, I like hearing answers from people to know and have experienced with chams. Reading stuff online can be good, but its reassuring to hear it from experienced keepers