please read!

[OOOst16]

ok so i noticed today that my chams poop was runnier then usual so i took a picture. im taking a sample to the vet tomorrow for a parasite check, and i will deal with that if he does indeed have them...just take a look and give me your thoughts. ( i relize the urate looks yellow...but i have a incadesant heat lamp right above it so it looks yellow...when take out of the cage its full white.)

 

[Nosybe]

I have never had this problem so I'm sorry I can't help you.

 

[jessica]

Could it have been watered down from a misting?

I think having it checked for parasites is a good move, better safe then sorry

 

[OOOst16]

naw it was like this when i arrived home.

 

[panthercham]

Have you changed his diet over the last few days that include silk or horn worms? Sometimes high water content feeders can do that. Is it smelly at all? I would still have the vet do a fecal to check parasites as that can be a sign of parasites. Better to know than guess.

 

[OOOst16]

nope hes been on gutloaded and dusted crikets...im taking in a sample tonight

 

[OOOst16]

should i put it in the frige before i take it to the vet?

 

[panthercham]

nope hes been on gutloaded and dusted crikets...im taking in a sample tonight

Good for acting so quick

Good luck and keep us updated on the little guy.

 

[jessica]

should i put it in the frige before i take it to the vet?

Depends on how long until you go, but it will help keep it fresh

 

[panthercham]

should i put it in the frige before i take it to the vet?

Yes.....in a ziplock bag. Hopefully it wont gross out any family/friends

 

[OOOst16]

it smells when im right on it ...i put my nose 1 in away and it smelled....dono if that means anything but ya ill keep yall updated.

 

[CNorton]

I have never had this problem so I'm sorry I can't help you.

This has got to be the most useful and amazing post I've seen in quite awhile!

 

[OOOst16]

lol ok*** im freaking out though....i dont want him to get hurt. or have anything life threatening.

 

[panthercham]

it smells when im right on it ...i put my nose 1 in away and it smelled....dono if that means anything but ya ill keep yall updated.

Thats dedication

Smelly poops can (and I mean can, doesn't mean he has them) parasites but you wont know until its tested. Just get it to the vet as soon as you can.

 

[jessica]

Thats dedication

Smelly poops can (and I mean can, doesn't mean he has them) parasites but you wont know until its tested. Just get it to the vet as soon as you can.

I agree lol
But remember when it comes down to it is still poo

 

[chameleon97]

I have never had this problem so I'm sorry I can't help you.

Thanks for helping...

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-Steve

 

[OOOst16]

ok!!! so i got the results back from the vet!!! he has pinworms....im taking him in tomorrow for a weigh in and for medicine....vet said it would all be ok...yay im so unstressed out now!

 

[panthercham]

ok!!! so i got the results back from the vet!!! he has pinworms....im taking him in tomorrow for a weigh in and for medicine....vet said it would all be ok...yay im so unstressed out now!

At least you know now....and kudos for getting a fecal and him to the vet so quick.
Read this also so you know a bit what to do......https://www.chameleonforums.com/pinworm-help-19893/

 

[OOOst16]

ty very much

 

[prettykttkat]

I'm glad you figured it out!

BTW I highly recommend everyone getting the book "Understanding Reptile Parasites". It's maybe $10 and it is very informative about all types of parasites including intestinal protozoa. It shows pics and tells you signs, symptoms,and treatment. It could save your reptiles life.