Spiny Chameleon Needs New Home

[philipjames11]

Hi! So I got a spiny chameleon from a breeder at an expo around 7 days ago and I've realized that I can't appropriately take care of him. The enclosure, lighting, and misting systems I have aren't good enough and the breeder I bought him from mislead me into thinking it would be easier to care for than it actually is. He is a male and a little longer than a foot. I haven't been able to get him to eat yet, but he's drinking consistently. I also have not testing him for parasites. I just want to give him away to someone that can take care of him better than I can. He's a really friendly cham, but he's a little shy so it might take a little while for him to get warmed up to you. The picture attached was taken yesterday evening. Hopefully someone might be able to help me out! I'm in New York if anyone might know someone nearby. None of the reptile stores around here are willing to take him.

 

[Nursemaia]

Contact http://www.chamlist.org

 

[Nursemaia]

It's a rescue and will take it in and make sure it's healthy. You're doing the right thing by recognizing that you can't care for it properly and looking for someone who can

 

[philipjames11]

Thank you for the tip. I've emailed them, hopefully they'll be able to care for him.

 

[Extensionofgreen]

I have to say how much respect I have for you at this moment. It's a rare thing on this for for a keeper to swallow their pride and do what's best for the animal.
I feel bad this happened and I think you absolutely can be successful with a chamelon, you just need to get more familiar with them and start with a CBB animal. Maybe now is not your time, with your school commitments, but you have done a great thing for this chameleon.

 

[Nursemaia]

I agree with @Extensionofgreen completely. I saw your original post about this cham. This wasn't an easy decision and sadly I've seen many people dig their heels in and do what they want rather than what's best for the animal. Kudos. That's a character trait not a lot of people have.

 

[jamest0o0]

very refreshing to see someone put the animal first! exactly what extensionofgreen said.

 

[Chameleon Crazy Chick]

I congratulate you on your humility. I know a lot of people who, even though they can't properly take care of an animal, they keep it anyway until they can. It's heartbreaking to lose a little guy like that, but he's going to be safe and happy.

 

[broderp]

This so sad. But I agree with the others here. It takes a bigger person to admit he is in over his head and throw the towel in. I hope he gets to a good home.

Shame on that seller who misled you.

 

[philipjames11]

Thank you for all the support guys! I'm glad you all approve, I hope I'll be able to hear from that rescue soon. Hopefully my little guy stays healthy enough till then. Thanks again for your support!

 

[Carlton]

I wish I could step in and take him but I am much too far away. I've kept verrucosus and really enjoyed them. For anyone who isn't familiar with them, their care is very very close to panthers'.

 

[SunflowerSupreme]

Best of luck homing your cham!! Even though I hate seeing animals upset, I don't know if I would be brave enough to say I wasn't capable of caring for a pet (I hope I could), you really are a great person and don't feel bad, you're doing the right thing.

 

[philipjames11]

Hello everyone. As of yet no one has responded back to me from any rescues I've contacted. That being said, my cham still needs a new home. If anyone knows someone who'd take him please reach out.

 

[joshuadh2310]

is this the type of cham that @xrowdac has?

 

[philipjames11]

Yes, it's a verrucosus

 

[joshuadh2310]

ooooo you do have pics? how old is he hmmm i wonder if i could put together a free range for him or would he need to be caged due to ho much misting they need? can some experts chim in on this please

 

[philipjames11]

This was him approximately a week ago. Unfortunately he has deteriorated a bit since then :c I can send another updated pic once I'm back home. He really needs a new home asap.

 

[joshuadh2310]

This was him approximately a week ago. Unfortunately he has deteriorated a bit since then :c I can send another updated pic once I'm back home. He really needs a new home asap.

Ooo big boy I am interested in helping you out if I can get some good advice on a nice free range and info on them

 

[xrowdac]

hi guys.. late reply.... Yeah thats a SPINY CHAM...so Josh? u took it? u will love this guy

 

[joshuadh2310]

i am trying to take him in