liquidy droppings

[Lily Princiotta]

Hey everyone! I recently bought a new panther cham in march and he's now 8 months old. I was watching him and he was acting weird. He had his heard tipped downward and was basking with his eyes closed. And a liquidy turd to go along with that. I'll attach a photo for you guys. I'm a little worried because he only ate two crickets last night instead of his usual crazy energy to chase down 5 of them. Any ideas of whats going on?

 

[Lily Princiotta]

heres the pic

 

[Fchamel]

Hello! I am going to bump your thread. I am not sure here!

 

[Lindasjackson]

Hi and welcome to the forum. If he’s sleeping during the day then there’s something wrong and he needs to go to the vet. His droppings are not normal either. You may also want to fill out the form called how to ask for help . It’s pinned in this forum.

 

[Lindasjackson]

@ERKleRose @kinyonga

 

[Pickle-cham]

I would at the very least get a fecal screen done asap, ideally a vet visit but with a chameleon experience/knowledge

 

[Lindasjackson]

@JacksJill I know you’re a Jackson’s person but can you help this person?

 

[JacksJill]

He needs to have a fecal run ASAP and an exam. Parasite or bacterial infections can cause symptoms like these. There are other possible causes as well. The only way this might be normal is if he was recently fed too many hornworms or silk worms.

 

[Chameleoking]

As far as the feces part of the poop goes, an unhealthy one is mainly a result of parasites in the chameleon’s gut that can tamper with its digestive system and play havoc with your chameleon’s nutritional needs.

The urates part of the poop looking unhealthy will solely be down to varying levels of dehydration.

 

[Chameleoking]

• Parasites – These usually live in your chameleon’s intestine and can be contracted from other animals the chameleon has come into contact with, including feeders from an unreliable source. To check for parasites and ultimately treat them you must take a sample of your chameleon’s feces to a herpetological vet who will advise you on the best course of action.
• Dehydration – This is easily fixed by increasing the number of mistings you do and the amount of water provided. If this still isn’t enough you can give your chameleon a shower by placing them on a plant, placing them in your shower cubicle and aiming the water at the wall so it bounces off on to your chameleon for them to drink.

Not saying that this is the problem with your cham. It may or may not be. Just some food for thought. Hope he gets better soon

 

[kinyonga]

Please post a photo of your chameleon from today please.
I agree with a fecal as a first step.

 

[ERKleRose]

Where do you live? We can try and help you find a vet with reputable chameleon experience near you! Here's the form, as well (make sure to use as much detail as possible, including adding pics of your cham, his lights, and his entire enclosure, too):

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:

1. The more details you provide the better and more accurate help you will receive.
2. Photos can be very helpful.

 

[Lily Princiotta]

thanks all for your help!