The Reason I am Expanding My Greenhouse!

[jpowell86]

Just wanted to share my new arrivals!

 

[Twitchet]

Joel they are beauties, congratulations.
Do tell of their background and plans.
Wonderful news.
He's a Gorgeous male, very handsome indeed. Have you chosen names yet?

 

[JacksJill]

Great reasons to expand!

 

[Extensionofgreen]

These came from me.
That male has been very inconsistent in his progress and in spite of trying many things, blood work, and months of time, I thought it best to give Joel the opportunity to see if his greenhouse and other resources could turn the guy around.
On one hand, there is an immense feeling of failure, while on the other hand, there is knowing that an animal that was not well would likely have parished long ago with a less experienced keeper and the fact that he is still strong and has no deficiencies or organ damage, after 10 months of being in my care is a testament that I was very much doing things right. With WC animals, it isn't always routine to find out why they aren't settling in. These guys had a variety of premium food, large enclosures, lots of water, and the best of vet care.
This is also a testament to how much I love these animals. Joel and I worked out a trade for the female, but that male is a $1000 gift, because I care enough about him having a chance to put my pride and investment aside and see if greenhouse life is what he needs.
I'm incredibly sad and miss my babies, but even more grateful for all of Joel's support and the comfort of knowing that they are in capable hands with hopefully the resources he needs to adjust to captivity.

 

[jpowell86]

Joel they are beauties, congratulations.
Do tell of their background and plans.
Wonderful news.
He's a Gorgeous male, very handsome indeed. Have you chosen names yet?

Thanks Tabitha! Andrew explained the background above. It is better coming from him.

I have not chosen any names as of yet. Suggestions? How are your wonderful chameleons doing?

 

[jpowell86]

These came from me.
That male has been very inconsistent in his progress and in spite of trying many things, blood work, and months of time, I thought it best to give Joel the opportunity to see if his greenhouse and other resources could turn the guy around.
On one hand, there is an immense feeling of failure, while on the other hand, there is knowing that an animal that was not well would likely have parished long ago with a less experienced keeper and the fact that he is still strong and has no deficiencies or organ damage, after 10 months of being in my care is a testament that I was very much doing things right. With WC animals, it isn't always routine to find out why they aren't settling in. These guys had a variety of premium food, large enclosures, lots of water, and the best of vet care.
This is also a testament to how much I love these animals. Joel and I worked out a trade for the female, but that male is a $1000 gift, because I care enough about him having a chance to put my pride and investment aside and see if greenhouse life is what he needs.
I'm incredibly sad and miss my babies, but even more grateful for all of Joel's support and the comfort of knowing that they are in capable hands with hopefully the resources he needs to adjust to captivity.

They are settling in nicely Andrew and I appreciate the kind words. Hopefully I can live up to them.

 

[Remkon]

These came from me.
That male has been very inconsistent in his progress and in spite of trying many things, blood work, and months of time, I thought it best to give Joel the opportunity to see if his greenhouse and other resources could turn the guy around.
On one hand, there is an immense feeling of failure, while on the other hand, there is knowing that an animal that was not well would likely have parished long ago with a less experienced keeper and the fact that he is still strong and has no deficiencies or organ damage, after 10 months of being in my care is a testament that I was very much doing things right. With WC animals, it isn't always routine to find out why they aren't settling in. These guys had a variety of premium food, large enclosures, lots of water, and the best of vet care.
This is also a testament to how much I love these animals. Joel and I worked out a trade for the female, but that male is a $1000 gift, because I care enough about him having a chance to put my pride and investment aside and see if greenhouse life is what he needs.
I'm incredibly sad and miss my babies, but even more grateful for all of Joel's support and the comfort of knowing that they are in capable hands with hopefully the resources he needs to adjust to captivity.

Difficult as it may be you've acted in the animals best interest and that's awesome!

So I'm sorry for you but I congratulate Joel on his new assets!

 

[WAMBO]

Wow! Congrats!

 

[jpowell86]

 

[Twitchet]

Drew I'm so sorry that you had to make such a difficult decision, must of been heartbreaking and you've mentioned on many occasions th he angst you went through with them trying to get them to feed and flourish, and how much you tried to get them to adjust and settle.
As Remkon says I'm very sad for you but equally happy for Joel, the chameleon whisperer will do it.
It's a great project for you Joel, look forward to the story unfolding more.

 

[savage13]

@Extensionofgreen you show something that I hadn't see in the hobby for a long time The well-being and compassion towards their animals by putting them first before anything else. Bravo ..

@jpowell86 congratulations on your new acquisition best wishes..

PS: there goes the neighborhoodLOL....

 

[Extensionofgreen]

Thanks Tabitha! Andrew explained the background above. It is better coming from him.

I have not chosen any names as of yet. Suggestions? How are your wonderful chameleons doing?

Wasabi or mellow yellow for the male and
Delia ( Deel Ya ) for the female.