Reptiles Magazine listing of reptile vets (Likely derived from their classified advertising list).US State by State listings of Reptile Veterinarians Orally Medicating a cham w/ lockjaw (video) It's one of the common "go to" drugs for vets treating coccidia we need to watch out for. Should be considered to be toxic and can result in death of a sick animal. Known Toxic Drugs to Chameleons that vets sometimes prescribe: These should be kept available in advance (just in case they're needed) by all cham keepers. Toltrazuril works like Ponazuril for treating Coccidia infections in the gut.Ī easy pre measured liquid + dosing chart here. Antibiotic Eye Ointment (Terramycin based Ophthalmic).Baytril™ (Enrofloxacin 10% Liquid) - Lung infections.but it's always a good idea to have some basic tools in your med kit so you can treat a problem quickly or where a vet is unavailable/ far away. This requires math and a little bit of responsibility to use these drugs. Mouth Rot & Cleaning a mouth or lip that's infected at home).Eye Infections: antibiotic eye ointment something that every cham owner should have on hand.Dosages for common diseases & medications for reptilesĪnd discussion regarding medication dosage.Symptoms of a Lung Infection (w/ video).What is MBD (Metabolic Bone Disease) I keep hearing about? Chameleons actually use crystals in their skin to mirror and change wavelengths of reflected light - not colored pigment as some out of date books suggest. Color changing is very different than from octopi and squids.Answer is that there's about 11 different sub species that aren't yet recognized officially. The issue of "Localities" for the different panther chameleon types.Here's More weather data, Antalaha (North east Coast City), Hall Ville North West coast close to the Nosy Be and Ambilobe localities Panther Chameleon (Furcifer pardalis) weather data by locality. Video of wild setting and a second adult male this is what a keeper should try to replicate. Veiled chameleon's natural habitat (includes pictures and weather data) Video of Tong / Hand Feeding for blind animals or those that can't target food well It's easy to Sex ID common species from a young age.įeeder Insect Nutritional Chart (Dubia Win). How to handle them & get them used to you I've heard that veiled chameleons are aggressive, is that true? (not with proper handling) What is the best chameleon for first time owners? (answer: Veiled) Why a drinking glass vs a misting system? which one is right? UPDATED 1.23.21ĭrinking Glass method developed by Flip69 A must read before setting up your cage environment.Ī source for tungsten lights (used for light and heating -) Recommended from above (Keep them in here until they're ready for a adult cage)Ī word on heat sources, burns & treatment. Here's a proper young subadult temporary environment to get you started. Nat Geo Quick Video Some Chameleon facts Asking Questions? WE need to have your species & part of the world you live in listed so that we can best answer your question! Not all Chameleons are alike, all have different needs & requirements that have to be taken into consideration by the owner before purchase.
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