Can I save My Veiled Cham?

[berryblonde2u]

Can I save my Veiled Cham???

I have a female veiled cham that is approx. 10 mos. old. For the last 3 days, she has been doing nothing. Just sleeping, eyes closed. Hasn't eaten or drinken. I bathed her in pedialyte and have been spraying her with pedialyte hoping that she stays hydrated, being that she has not eaten or anything. The only thing I can think of, is that I went to the reptile show and they were using a fogger, so I thought I would try the fogger to get the humidity up. Maybe a URI? She was gaping slightly(when breathing)gasping really but only while I was trying to bath her. I tried to "drop" the pedialyte in her mouth, but I don't think any went in. She's very weak. Her and my male mated about 2 weeks ago, I thought she was gravid, as she was showing gravid colors. But it appears she has gone down hill tremendously. Is there anything I can do to save her? My heart would break if "Beanie" died! Please respond ASAP! I think it would be a miracle if she makes it through the night!! I just gave her some pedialyte with a dropper, and I had to get her mouth open wide enough to get past her tongue, now her tongue is sticking out some. This is going to be a sleepless night. She looks awful. Please keep her in your prayers!! I just lost my male jacksons a month ago while I was out of town, and had someone caring for
him for me! I can't go through this twice!

 

[MrScowt]

she not ready to lay eggs? try putting a laying bin if you havent already

 

[PantherEnvy]

1.Try showering her in your shower on a plant for around 30-45 minutes to rehydrate.
2. Try filling out the form below.
3. Go see a vet ASAP.

Chameleon Info:
Your Chameleon - The species, sex, and age of your chameleon. How long has it been in your care?
Handling - How often do you handle your chameleon?
Feeding - What are you feeding your cham? What amount? What is the schedule? How are you gut-loading your feeders?
Supplements - What brand and type of calcium and vitamin products are you dusting your feeders with and what is the schedule?
Watering - What kind of watering technique do you use? How often and how long to you mist? Do you see your chameleon drinking?
Fecal Description - Briefly note colors and consistency from recent droppings. Has this chameleon ever been tested for parasites?
History - Any previous information about your cham that might be useful to others when trying to help you.


Cage Info:
Cage Type - Describe your cage (Glass, Screen, Combo?) What are the dimensions?
Lighting - What brand, model, and types of lighting are you using? What is your daily lighting schedule?
Temperature - What temp range have you created (cage floor to basking spot)? Lowest overnight temp? How do you measure these temps?
Humidity - What are your humidity levels? How are you creating and maintaining these levels? What do you use to measure humidity?
Plants - Are you using live plants? If so, what kind?
Placement - Where is your cage located? Is it near any fans, air vents, or high traffic areas? At what height is the top of the cage relative to your room floor?
Location - Where are you geographically located?

Current Problem - The current problem you are concerned about.

 

[ibdragons]

Like pantherenvy said put her on a stick turn on the shower and put her under the outer edge where the shower isn't strong,it Will imitate the rain and hopefully she Will drink water make sure the water is warm do it now.good luck

 

[Elizadolots]

Hi!

I'm so sorry your chameleon is having trouble.

As stated, you should fill out the "how to ask for help" form. Be very specific. Tell us what bulbs you are using. "Fecal description" means, tell us what the poop looks like (not: "normal"). Attaching a picture of the poop would not be going too far.

Definitely get a laying bin in there. It should be roughly 12x12x12 and full of clean moist play sand or a mix of play sand and organic soil. It should be moist enough to hold a tunnel (poke a tunnel in with 2 fingers as far as you can go...if it holds, it's good...leave the test tunnel, your chameleon might find it inspiring or even use it).

The long shower is a great idea. It can take them quite a while to recognize that "this is a good thing" and start benefiting from it.

 

[blackened]

Is she getting enough calcium? I know that during egg production she needs a little extra. I've never bred any chameleon, but have read that some members give liquid calcium twice a month to help their females along.

Two links you may find useful:

https://www.chameleonforums.com/blogs/jannb/345-egg-laying-laying-bin.html
https://www.chameleonforums.com/laying-bin-set-up-educational-video-77225/

 

[laurie]

I have a female veiled cham that is approx. 10 mos. old. For the last 3 days, she has been doing nothing. Just sleeping, eyes closed. Hasn't eaten or drinken. I bathed her in pedialyte and have been spraying her with pedialyte hoping that she stays hydrated, being that she has not eaten or anything. The only thing I can think of, is that I went to the reptile show and they were using a fogger, so I thought I would try the fogger to get the humidity up. Maybe a URI? She was gaping slightly(when breathing)gasping really but only while I was trying to bath her. I tried to "drop" the pedialyte in her mouth, but I don't think any went in. She's very weak. Her and my male mated about 2 weeks ago, I thought she was gravid, as she was showing gravid colors. But it appears she has gone down hill tremendously. Is there anything I can do to save her? My heart would break if "Beanie" died! Please respond ASAP! I think it would be a miracle if she makes it through the night!! I just gave her some pedialyte with a dropper, and I had to get her mouth open wide enough to get past her tongue, now her tongue is sticking out some. This is going to be a sleepless night. She looks awful. Please keep her in your prayers!! I just lost my male jacksons a month ago while I was out of town, and had someone caring for
him for me! I can't go through this twice!

I would not spray her with pedialyte. It is very stick and could make her very uncomfortable. Dripping it in her mouth is fine, but spray her with warm water and do Give her showers. She should be on a plant with the water bouncing off the wall unto your girl. I would see a vet ASAP.