I am about 99% sure my chameleon(veiled)has a uri and I have orders beytril and I even payed $10 more for 3 day shipping and I ordered it 4 days ago and it is not set to be delivered Until Tuesday (3 more days) and my chameleon (rango) is getting very bad. If I hold him he sticks his hands in the air and gasps, wobble’s back and forth, then just completely falls off my hand. I got him from Petco on September 20 but I am unsure of his age. He weighs 15 grams if that helps any. But I was really wondering what I could do to try and help him or ease his pain until the beytril comes in. I am very worried for him. Pls help !
I need help asap
- Thread starter Deshaun
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Carloscruz
Avid Member
It would cost about $65 to bring him in for an appointment and then you will probably need antibiotics are around $100 so would probably be needing $200-$300.
AnamCara
Chameleon Enthusiast
These guys are really sensitive creatures and I'm not sure any "remedies" will help if he has a URI. Do you know how much baytril to dose? I ask because I do not. Once on the baytril make sure to keep him hydrated. Hopefully someone with experience with URI can hop on and give some advice. A husbandry review may be helpful too.
Lindasjackson
Chameleon Enthusiast
Welcome to the forum! I’m glad you’re here! Can you borrow the money to get him to a vet?
Lindasjackson
Chameleon Enthusiast
I don’t know what else to tell you except he needs a vet ASAP or he could die.
Pickle-cham
Chameleon Enthusiast
Cant see size of your enclosure but as it is glass you might need to add fans to increase aeration, stagnant air is thought to be biggest cause of ri. Also try wiping your plastic plants with a white cloth to see if you have pink residue forming especially ones you spray most. if any is found deep clean them & rinse before returning them, try to change to real plants they increase humidity.
& You probably already know but baytril is very hard on chameleons, its a broad spectrum anti-biotic that can come in many concentrations please be careful. I would fill in a husbandry form (prevent another ri should your Cham recover) & try to get to the vets if you can
& You probably already know but baytril is very hard on chameleons, its a broad spectrum anti-biotic that can come in many concentrations please be careful. I would fill in a husbandry form (prevent another ri should your Cham recover) & try to get to the vets if you can
Pickle-cham
Chameleon Enthusiast
Its in the sticky's at top of the health threads here is a copy of it:
Here is some recommended information to include when asking for help in the health clinic forum. By providing this information you will receive more accurate and beneficial responses. It might not be necessary to answer all these questions, but the more you provide the better. Please remember that even the most knowledgeable person can only guess at what your problem may be. Only an experienced reptile veterinarian who can directly examine your animal can give a true diagnosis of your chameleon's health.
Chameleon Info:
Cage Info:
Current Problem - The current problem you are concerned about.
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Please Note:
Here is some recommended information to include when asking for help in the health clinic forum. By providing this information you will receive more accurate and beneficial responses. It might not be necessary to answer all these questions, but the more you provide the better. Please remember that even the most knowledgeable person can only guess at what your problem may be. Only an experienced reptile veterinarian who can directly examine your animal can give a true diagnosis of your chameleon's health.
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.
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Please Note:
- The more details you provide the better and more accurate help you will receive.
- Photos can be very helpful
Klyde O'Scope
Chameleon Enthusiast
AFAIK, Baytril is sold by prescription only. Without $ for a vet, is that possible? 
ICBW, but does this cham look malnourished?
ICBW, but does this cham look malnourished?
You can always call a vet and ask.
