Why is my veiled chameleon not eating and acting so lethargic?

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My veiled chameleon stopped eating, is getting very lethargic. Is approx 1 yr old. Feed her crickets with sprinkled vitamins and wax worms since I've had her. Keep a daylight on her and a red heat light at night. She's pretty cranky! Also have a small waterfall feature for humidity and drinking. Am I doing something wrong? She was more active before. Am doing what I was told by pet stores and pet shop employees.

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Check the temperature of the enclosure. Low temps can affect appetite and activity in reptiles. Soak her in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte for 20-30 minutes daily to treat or prevent minor dehydration. Make sure prey is appropriately sized, no bigger than the space between her eyes. If the behavior persists, have her physically examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles to diagnose and treat illness or injury. Review the information at the link below for care of veiled chameleons. http://www.reptilesmagazine.com/Care-Sheets/Lizards/Veiled-Chameleon/

Why is my veiled chameleon not eating and acting so lethargic?

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