Should I check new baby for parasites?

[Kali]

Firstly I would like to say hello to all, this is my first time posting here on the forums.

I was wondering how many people actually bring there new cham babies in for vet check ups when they are otherwise healthy looking. I just acquired a 2 month old panther on Sunday from Screameleons.I know she should not be handled at all at this time, so should I bring a stool sample to the vets to be checked for parasites? Are parasites common in babies coming from breeders?

 

[jannb]

Yes, definitely have a fecal. My daughter has bought many chameleons from reputable breeders and the chams have parasites, some even loaded with coccidia.

 

[Kali]

Thanks

Thank you, I figured as much, its the same with puppies when they come from breeders.

 

[EmilioPichardo]

yes you should asap cause that's my case right now so take him to the vet even if he/she looks healthy

 

[clarkrw3]

I would agree you should...and I have, but I also think it is important to let your baby settle in to their new home a little first for a few weeks before stressing them with a Dr. visit. Just my .02

 

[Carlton]

Firstly I would like to say hello to all, this is my first time posting here on the forums.

I was wondering how many people actually bring there new cham babies in for vet check ups when they are otherwise healthy looking. I just acquired a 2 month old panther on Sunday from Screameleons.I know she should not be handled at all at this time, so should I bring a stool sample to the vets to be checked for parasites? Are parasites common in babies coming from breeders?

You don't have to take the cham in to get it checked for parasites. Just take in a fresh poop and ask them to do a parasite check.

 

[clarkrw3]

You don't have to take the cham in to get it checked for parasites. Just take in a fresh poop and ask them to do a parasite check.

In a perfect world you are correct...in my area I couldn't get a fecal done without a visit to the Vet.

 

[Kali]

Thanks

Yes, Clarkrw3, it is illegal in most states for a vet to dispense medication without ever seeing their patient in person. I guess I will wait another week or so to let her settle in first. Thanks all!

 

[laurie]

We would love to see pictures of your new addition.

 

[Kali]

And I would love to take pics! But I'm going to wait a while until I subject her to a photo shoot. She's only about the size of my thumb, thinking of naming her Thumbelina! If "she" is even a girl, too young to tell.......How can one sex these little guys anyways?

 

[Ozzie2011]

Thats what I do and I only can do this because I work for my Vet. I think stool checks are very important.

You don't have to take the cham in to get it checked for parasites. Just take in a fresh poop and ask them to do a parasite check.