Cage Size
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drmdrm25
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A veiled would probably out grow it by 8 months old.
While Jacksons are a much smaller species, they are generally considered to be needier in their husbandry, and will still need a much larger cage when full grown (8months-1year old).
If this is the cage you are set on using, I wouldn't advise getting anything larger than a pygmy
While Jacksons are a much smaller species, they are generally considered to be needier in their husbandry, and will still need a much larger cage when full grown (8months-1year old).
If this is the cage you are set on using, I wouldn't advise getting anything larger than a pygmy
drmdrm25
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Well I was just wondering because a friend is offering me this cage for free. Is it okay that the cage is glass since it has a screen top, and a vent on the bottom? Will this cage work for a Veiled for a few months, till I can make a bigger cage?
The vents & screen should be enough ventilation, youll just have to more actively clean it to reduce bacteria growth. And make sure to give him a lot of stuff to climb on since he wont be able to climb the sides. As far as keeping a veiled in it for a few months, that should be fine depending on how old it is to begin with. Make sure the enclosure you make has screen/mesh on all sides though 
drmdrm25
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The vents & screen should be enough ventilation, youll just have to more actively clean it to reduce bacteria growth. And make sure to give him a lot of stuff to climb on since he wont be able to climb the sides. As far as keeping a veiled in it for a few months, that should be fine depending on how old it is to begin with. Make sure the enclosure you make has screen/mesh on all sides though
I'm still not sure about building one though. Do you know somewhere I can get one for less that $80
DIY cages sell a variety of sizes shipped to your door for relatively cheap. I made my own cage for about $80. Got everything at lowe's and it was a lot easier than i had expected, turned out beautiful, was a lot sturdier than aluminum cages, and i got to do whatever i wanted with it
drmdrm25
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DIY cages sell a variety of sizes shipped to your door for relatively cheap. I made my own cage for about $80. Got everything at lowe's and it was a lot easier than i had expected, turned out beautiful, was a lot sturdier than aluminum cages, and i got to do whatever i wanted with it
How did you make the door on the cage?
drmdrm25
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Just made a smaller side with 1'x2's and hinged it in
Is there any chance you could send me a picture of the cage you've built?
drmdrm25
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Yea, when im home... Im at work atm
Thanks for al the help
drmdrm25
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You seem pretty knowledgeable, do you mind if I PM you some questions?
Ninkylou
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In terms of cost, in my limited experience, the enclosure was the least of my expenses when setting up for my boys. Drainage, feeders, housing for the feeders, misting system, live plants, branches, more feeders, food for the feeders, supplements, lighting, more lighting, more feeders...it all adds up and is never ending. Even things like zip ties and dowels add up. I know I could have done things cheaper but some things cost what they cost.
I went with DIY cages and have been very happy with them, I think they were $95 shipped for 2 x 2 x 4. I purchased the drainage pans for an additional $39 as well.
I know you can keep them on a budget but you have to consider all of the incidental costs involved as well as the unexpected costs. (Vet bills to name the most obvious)
Remember "there's no such thing as a free lunch". That free cage could end up costing way more than you can afford to put out.
I went with DIY cages and have been very happy with them, I think they were $95 shipped for 2 x 2 x 4. I purchased the drainage pans for an additional $39 as well.
I know you can keep them on a budget but you have to consider all of the incidental costs involved as well as the unexpected costs. (Vet bills to name the most obvious)
Remember "there's no such thing as a free lunch". That free cage could end up costing way more than you can afford to put out.
drmdrm25
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What all will I need to get the free cage going?
Ninkylou
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https://www.chameleonforums.com/care/enclosures/
Here is the forum link for setting up a chameleon enclosure. Truly you can be as simple or as extravagant as you want but there are basics that you can't do without. Check out that link it is a great resource of what you really need to get started.
Remember, the first person who responded told you that the size of the free cage would not last long. I put my Panthers in their big cages when they were 6 months old. Chameleons grow surprisingly fast.
Here is the forum link for setting up a chameleon enclosure. Truly you can be as simple or as extravagant as you want but there are basics that you can't do without. Check out that link it is a great resource of what you really need to get started.
Remember, the first person who responded told you that the size of the free cage would not last long. I put my Panthers in their big cages when they were 6 months old. Chameleons grow surprisingly fast.
windex
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you'll need lots of vines, plants, UV bulb, basking bulb, multivitamins, calcium powder, calcium with D3, crickets, cricket container, two thermometers, a hygrometer, misting bottle, cricket food, dome for basking bulb, hood for UV bulbs, paper towel, light timer, zipties, and suction cups.. Everything adds up..
The first chameleon I got was a red bar ambilobe.. counting the lizard the initial setup cost me about $1000.. and thats with a small 18"X18"X24" glass enclosure..
I'm currently building a new enclosure and I'd hate to add up the receipts for it and the stuff inside it.. It would be aprox $750.. Mind you the enclosure I'm building is glass and oak, 22'X28"x48" a screen enclosure thats 24"x24"x48" is ALOT cheaper, but even with a screened in cage your going to be looking at $500 before the chameleon is even purchased.
My panther is 8 months old and I'm already moving him out of my smaller enclosure, and my small enclosure is bigger than yours
The first chameleon I got was a red bar ambilobe.. counting the lizard the initial setup cost me about $1000.. and thats with a small 18"X18"X24" glass enclosure..
I'm currently building a new enclosure and I'd hate to add up the receipts for it and the stuff inside it.. It would be aprox $750.. Mind you the enclosure I'm building is glass and oak, 22'X28"x48" a screen enclosure thats 24"x24"x48" is ALOT cheaper, but even with a screened in cage your going to be looking at $500 before the chameleon is even purchased.
My panther is 8 months old and I'm already moving him out of my smaller enclosure, and my small enclosure is bigger than yours
drmdrm25
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I'm planning on moving him into a bigger cage within 4 months of getting him.
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