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I have seen chameleons (and other reptiles) with very serious burns, cat bites, cuts, and other injuries and people do not seem to consider them emergencies. ALL injuries of this kind (especially cat bites) are capable of getting infected, becoming necrotic, and causing death.
Will a cat kill a chameleon?
I don’t know if cats generally eat Chameleons, but cats do chase, sometimes wound or kill and possibly will eat something it perceives as prey. If you own a cat and a chameleon, I suggest you keep your reptile in a safe enclosure.
Can you put Neosporin on a chameleon?
NEVER USE: Bacitracin or Neosporin. Petroleum based ointments CLOG the piercing and make it difficult for your body to heal. NEVER USE Rubbing Alcohol, Hydrogen Peroxide, Claire’s ear care solution. These products are too strong and will irritate your skin and piercing.
What if my cat eats a chameleon?
Chameleons are not poisonous to cats. Just monitor her closely and if you notice any more vomiting, not eating, or any other abnormal behavior then I would get her to your vet right away.
Are cats afraid of chameleons?
Do chameleons get along with cats? As I said in the beginning, chameleons are solitary animals and don’t really like the company of other animals. They will certainly not get along with cats.
What do you put on Chameleon wounds?
For superficial wounds, apply a light layer of antibiotic ointment and leave uncovered. It is difficult to apply a bandage to reptile skin without causing additional trauma. After a bite, keep the wound clean until it has healed.
Is polysporin safe for chameleons?
Avid Member. Polysporin is your best bet. Make sure it’s the kind without any pain killers, it will do more damage than good.
How do you treat a chameleon burn?
The burned area will need to be cleaned and treated with topical ointments and/or cleansing baths. Your veterinarian may prescribe daily povidone-iodine soaks and an antibiotic ointment specifically for healing burned skin.
Are chameleons poisonous to eat?
Are Chameleons Poisonous to Eat? As we mentioned before, chameleons are not poisonous, even if another pet or reptile accidentally eats them. Because they are endangered, they are illegal to kill.
How do you get rid of liver flukes in cats?
The veterinarian will prescribe a medication, such as fenbendazole or praziquantel, to kill the parasitic worms. If the cat is hospitalized, this medication will be given intravenously. Cats who are being treated an outpatient basis will receive an oral medication.
Are chameleons poisonous?
Chameleons are non-venomous and non-dangerous creatures. They aren’t a threat to human beings if kept as a pet. Their bite is also non-toxic and also can be pretty much avoidable. If the owners of a chameleon have a hard time handling it, the chameleon will supposedly bite the human.
Can cats live with chameleons?
Chameleon Enthusiast Cats and chameleons do not mix. I would keep my cats away from the cham. It’s possible that just the sight of the cats could stress the cham if he’s not seen cats before.
What animals can live with chameleon?
Small geckos, anoles, frogs, small mammals or birds in the same terrarium/room are therefore welcome food. Be careful even with larger geckos like Phelsuma grandis – attacks from chameleons are also known for this species. On the other hand, larger lizards can easily eat small chameleons.
What happens if a chameleon eats its own poop?
Although this sounds surprising, chameleons do eat their own poop. If your chameleon eats its own poop, it is not a very good sign. As you may know, dogs sometimes eat their own poop when they feel the nutrients from their food is insufficient.
Can I use Neosporin on my tortoise?
You can also wrap the turtle with sterile gauze to help stabilize any broken shell pieces that may be present. Neosporin/triple antibiotic ointment can be placed on minor open wounds to help kill bacteria, and to help prevent any gauze from sticking to the wounds.
Why is my chameleons tongue swollen?
Mouth rot (stomatitis) is a bacterial infection of the tissues of the mouth. It doesn’t have a particular cause but can be a serious problem because the infection can spread and invade the bone of the jaw, and if that happens the jaw can break and the infection can spread to rest of the body.
What does mouth rot look like on a chameleon?
Swelling in gums. Yellow pus (aka cottage cheese mouth) Black plaque on teeth. Changes in feeding behavior.
Why does Chameleon have mouth open?
When temperature gets beyond the chameleon’s comfort level they will try and cool themselves off. They do this by moving lower in the cage towards the shade and moist Earth, they will make their colors as light as possible to reflect sun, and they sit with their mouth open to try and get the hot air out.
Does Original Neosporin have pain relief?
HSA/FSA Eligible The first aid topical ointment is also formulated with pramoxine hydrochloride to help soothe and reduce pain from minor wounds for maximum-strength relief. From the #1 doctor-recommended brand, this antibiotic and pain relief ointment provides soothing infection protection without any sting.
Does polysporin treat infection?
This combination product is used to treat minor wounds (such as cuts, scrapes, burns) and to help prevent or treat mild skin infections. Minor skin infections and wounds usually heal without treatment, but some minor skin wounds may heal faster when an antibiotic is applied to the affected area.
