How to Tame a Chameleon

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[@doroteabole3667]

"if you're looking to get a chameleon veiled chameleons are known to be the most fiesty chameleons of all" Too late... I got one today...

[@doroteabole3667]

I'm joking I know that they're fiesty but they said that this one is handleable and it was while we were at their place but now... She opened her mouth while hissing at my hand so I'm gonna take my time to earn her trust from feeding her... Yeah btw she is a female who is 1 and a half years old and she was rehomed to me just a few hours ago... In so scared that she's egg bound because they said that they never saw her lay eggs, which is why I tried to take her out when she hissed at me so much. I left her alone for now, but I wanted to ask you, instead of putting her into another enclosure, can I just add like a hide that is more humid and warm into her enclosure? I don't wanna move her since she's so cage aggressive..

[@kaseymartin1691]

I just got my Cham today,She is 3 months old and she doesn’t mind being held I guess she just climbs on me😂I try not to bother her is there any advice you could give me on feeding at first?

[@doroteabole3667]

@@kaseymartin1691 omg that's so cute! You're so luckyy 😄 I guess that my baby wasn't handled very much before she was rehomed to me so I completely respect her with not wanting to be bothered. And for feeding, depends what you're having problems with. If you want we can go talk on Instagram, don't wanna spam here too much 😅

[@kaseymartin1691]

Dorotea Bole Ok that works for me:) My insta is Nicole_The_Loser_9

[@kayleekingsbury1754]

I got one on Valentines Day this year, and he does not like me

[@nuniezjorge]

in short words, be a tree, at first be a tree that drops fruit(flies), then become a tree that has to be climbed over in order to get to the fruit, and never touch it directly, let the chameleon climb on you, like a tree that provides security and food, a moving tree

[@minecraftmadymine3143]

I have a veiled chameleon mine is so mean. It doesn't like me to put my hand anywhere in the cage but I still love him so much chameleons are the best

[@shawnemodert9558]

We purchased ours at a pet store at 8mos. old after signing a waver saying we were aware he could bite as he was never handled and was aggressive. After bringing him home he appeared to be aggressive but we realized it's fear and his cage is his place to feel secure so we placed it in our living area so he watched us all day. He gradually calmed down and would sit close to the door so I would open it and sit in front of him and pet the branches as he scurried away but 24hrs. later I put my hand under him and showed him I was not afraid of him which is so important he can't feel safe in your hand if your unsure. Yes he puffed up and acted like he would bite but pet the branch slowly take your hand out close the door and leave do this quite often through the day. Within the first 2 days I had him letting me rub his belly (never putting my hand above him) he was relatively patient about it. Within 3 days I was holding him and helping him to be comfortable with me which is so important but again don't come over him be at least level as you approach.He turned into a big baby after a couple months but I really am constant about giving attention and his being in the family room and seeing us constantly has helped. Now after almost 2 yrs. he is demanding at the door often but still hesitant as it's his cage but when I put my hand under his front legs and other hand at his back end he is comfortable and safe feeling as he crawls up my arm and I guess it's safe to say he awards me with his presence.They are so special but not a animal that is big on affection which I think to many people think they will be just don't give up - they need to trust you, their beautiful and very special. Today our male, Mr. Bruce is as curious of us as we are him and he allows me to hold him close often every day it's nice to know he feels safe as I have worked hard to gain that trust. NO REGRETS they honestly just take more time and work to trust but sooooo worth it.

[@Bourbon_Bound]

I’ve had a baby chameleon for about a week now. He gets so annoyed with me, no matter what. He’s in my office, and watches me while I work. I’ve tried offering him crickets and wax worms by hand... he wasn’t having it, and puffed up, breathing hard, and turned dark green with black spots. I want him to get to know me, but I have a feeling it’s going to be hard. I don’t want him getting big and still not wanting anything to do with me. That would make it so hard to take care of him.

[@godsdemon7441]

Try this, open the cage door and let it climb out. Eventually it will realize it can't go anywhere. Then scoop him up from the sides. As time goes on, the open door will tell him your going to interact with him. Some days mine won't come out, so I don't bother him. After 1 year this is how he communicates to me he will allow me to spend time with him. He gets pissy when I reach in, so I use the door as his signal, in turn he's calm once out on the door.

[@daemonoid666]

Mine would come to the front of the cage trying to get my attention to be let out of cage. Liked to walk around the house on my shoulder. But i got him as a baby could lay on my thumb. I handled him alot as a baby.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Banba is such a beaut! I love him!

[@reptiliangarden]

The Turtle Girl Thank you so much!!! 💕💕

[@diannenaworensky6698]

Great video! I've had both Veiled and Panther Chameleons. For me they were very similar in personality, maybe I just got lucky. (I got them as little ones so maybe they didn't know they were Chameleons and were supposed to act bad or mean)I had a veiled about the size of yours, and when he was ready to go to sleep he would come out of his cage and crawl over and snuggle up to my neck. Both my Panther and Veiled would actually put their hands and chin on my face. So yes they can be very sweet once they know you are their caretaker. Thank you for taking the time to make this video and I subscribed. I'm looking forward to more.❤💕❤🐊

[@reptiliangarden]

Dianne Naworensky Thank you so much for your amazing support! 💕💕💕

[@iarshintasudjana4382]

I would love to❤❤❤

[@Joseph-gq9us]

Mine gets angry when I try to get him out but he's fine when he's out and on my hand

[@encouraginggrowthwithkelse2568]

You explained this super well! I love how he looks like he's petting your hair hahaha

[@alexanderybarra844]

when I try to hand feed my chameleon he ignores me and the food. I've been able to take him out of the cage before but all of the sudden he started getting aggressive towards me

[@notmiiles1824]

Same what did you do ??

[@alexanderybarra844]

No I always use live food but recently I found out that he only likes super worms but recently he hasn’t been eating them either

[@actualark]

The colors are just stunning!!! Very well explained btw on how to tame them ;)

[@reptiliangarden]

actual ARK Thank you so much!! 😘💕

[@-tired_plant-878]

Me and my dad are working on getting a veiled chameleon and he sent me a video of yours and was talking about how beautiful Bamba was ❤️ Great work! You have helped me and many others I’m sure. Keep it up! ^^

[@skauric9952]

Okay, so i tried this technic and he did climber my arm. It was the first time so i feelt really proud. We are making some progress so tank you for that . Keep gooing !

[@just1n1an1]

Great video, as someone who bred veileds and Panthers for over a decade this is relatively informative for people researching husbandry.

[@gabehorne2685]

I’ve got a seven month old male Veiled Cham named pickle... I’m gonna try to tame him up. Thanks for the tips 😀

[@eddylowe1677]

He is so beautiful!!!

[@reptiliangarden]

Eddy Lowe Thank you so much!!! 💕

[@AngelRivera-rp3ue]

Hi, I really love your videos. I got a one month old vailed chameleon. He’s 2.5 months old now. I build a bigger cage habitat, planted 3 different plants, he only like crickets, and he teamed me. Everyone he get close to the door so that I let him out. Also, he loves going with me to pick up my wife at work. During the day he likes to stand on the window, laying down on my chest, also like to walk from one shoulder to the other one and also likes to get on my hat wile I’m driving. Thank you for all your advice and videos. Really helpful!!!

[@makennnzieee]

I had a male Jackson’s for many years and he was an absolute sweetheart. Loved all this info n

[@reptiliangarden]

makennnzieee Jackson’s always remind me of mini dinosaurs. 💕 Thank you so much :)

[@rainbowrocks1020]

Mine is just a grumpy chameleon. He is grumpy even now and I’m not even near him

[@sophialamendola3578]

This helped a lot i had just got a chameleon and he's very cage aggressive

[@blurrzbtw6238]

I still need help mine just bites me every time I even look at him

[@FireBomberBassist]

His little hand reaching for her hair 😂

[@michaeldamsgaard9535]

I love u! Thanks!❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

[@Metalplum527]

This was probably the best video I've seen on taming a chameleon. I have a male vield chameleon named Frodo and i got him at a reptile expo. The first month id say he was nice he let us hold him and he ate fine but then i moved him to a larger cage and now if anyone even looks at him he tries to hide. I hope this works on him hahaha

[@reptiliangarden]

Jade Coyle Thank you!!!

[@Scones-bones]

My baby Chameleon hates me qwq. I try hand feeding. He hisses at my hand and the food in my hand if it hasn't been out of my hand for more than 3 seconds.

[@greygreenblack]

I love veiled chameleons! He is so cute!

[@jetsarefast]

Banba is so vibrant and fantastic! I used your Josh's Plants coupon code to order some plants. I hope it helps you out in some way. Thanks for the great, informative videos. Keep 'em coming!

[@stornkolson]

I just kept mine on a plant. It barely ever left. I always would scratch her under her chin and she'd climb into my hand. What a neat pet!!!

[@margeauxmcclelland3338]

My chameleon also didn't like me reaching into his enclosure. I figured, "I get it, this is your house. Who am I to just barge in here?" But if I left the door open he would walk out on his own most of the time, and once out he calmed down just like yours. Such sassy lizards!

[@joe5629]

3.06 the chameleon started to pet you 😂😂😂😂

[@nikolaus2688]

I'm so in love with veiled chameleons it's ridiculous. Not good enough a reptile keeper to keep one yet, but I'll get there, hopefully. Definitely going to be a veiled though. I love their attitude, and an animal that shows when it's stressed out is worth a lot to a newbie.

[@faye8991]

I got my veiled chameleon yesterday she's 5 months old and is very friendly from what we've seen so far , which is handling her for 5 minutes for putting her into her new habitat , I'm hoping to build trust with her and that she can be as mellow as possible I understand she may be sassy at times but I'm willing to work with her and she's just so gorgeous it's hard to not love her, I've named her Karma. Just wondering how long it will take her before she starts eating as she's drank already but isn't showing interest in her food currently, thank you for this video , very helpful ☺

[@baileyanderson1802]

What if your chameleon just gets scared when you try to hand feed it? I have a female baby chameleon and I tried hand feeding her and she just gets scared and gets dark blue spots or turns dark with stripes

[@islandbirdw]

So cute he’s grabbing your hair to climb up on your head. That’s what my macaw used to do. She actually would swing from one shoulder to my other on my hair braids. He’s a beautiful chameleon! Trust building is critical working with parrots too.

[@amandadiaz3390]

He is amazing!! 😍 Thanks for sharing some tips. I’m hoping to add a Jackson’s chameleon to my pet family at some point.

[@davidcaballero1349]

Your camilion has such great vibrant colors you can tell his in good hands with you

[@teluf4758]

My chameleon gets very mad and starts hissing at me when ever I get close to him but when we let him out of his cage he doesn’t get mad when we try to pick him up when he is outside the cage

[@periodmaam7868]

My veild is pretty young and she never bites and she lets me hand feed and when I hold her next to people she wants to climb on them AND when I hand feed her she climbs onti my shoulder 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@christopherfletcher5384]

Wow your cham has got such beautiful coloration!

[@CelebrityLyrics]

My panther chameleon is 3-4 months old and a couple times I tried feeding by hand holding it below him and he still hissed. Sometimes he eats off my hand without hissing. What should I do? Keep trying? Is it because he is young and that when he grows up he’ll be more friendly?

[@sterling1395]

My baby Chameleon has 0 interest in hand feeding. And I don’t want to hold food from him to just wait for him to hand feed. He shouldn’t go hungry. Any recommendations?

[@ellacusack2467]

Seems like I got lucky, my veiled chameleon is really chill. Probably bc he’s not my first reptile. I’ve had reptiles for years and I started hand feeding him from day 1! Awesome video though!!

[@lisabone7978]

My chameleon Rango is soooooo territorial and whenever I put my hand in his cage he lunges and hisses. He is 6 months old. Is this normal? How can I get him used to me? I tried to put food on my arm and he doesn’t try to eat it. He’s also territorial with little plants I have outside of his cage.

[@Kux111]

I have a baby one and he is chill i sit near his enclosure so he is used to me and i feed him with my hand and he eats the cricket sometimes but not all the time he is a great pet i love him

[@aubri1015]

I have a veiled chameleon and she is rude I'm getting progress from her she rapped her tail around my finger yesterday and I'm so happy about it she is getting alot better so yeah this helped alot

[@AngelRivera-rp3ue]

Also, when people looks for pets like Chameleon, make sure the chameleon they are getting also like them. It is very easy to know... once you get close to their enclosure, look for the one that try to follow you... it will help you create a bond faster.

[@djkoenig4716]

Yep, they don't prefer to be handled, but they easy to catch. They are to coolest reptiles ever!!!!

[@foxarror]

I think chameleons are more defensive rather than aggressive. Snakes can be the same way ( mine was always very sweet ). I feel like if you show them you’re not a threat, they won’t be defensive. Correct me if I’m wrong

[@elishamendoza8384]

My panther that I’ve raised is now 5 months and is still a feisty jerk face haha

[@drlnstza9802]

"Ricardo" is about 4 months old (my estimate). He's extremely shy and I haven't been able to even get him to eat from my hand. I do take him out of his enclosure a couple of times a week for a few minutes. I've had veiled chameleons in the past that were tamer and would eat readily from my hand. I'm wondering if this is just his individual personality.

[@Roaproductiondk]

ahh the classic "veilied-tude" I got a panther who thinks he is a veiled male lol- he draws blood everytime

[@shellshockedxd5211]

If you put crickets at the bottom of the cage will the chameleon get it or should you always hand feed

[@commandercody4356]

My girlfriends veiled is such a brat it’s kinda funny lol I just got one last week and I haven’t tried handling her much yet but she’s a sweetheart she don’t hiss at me or nothing and hand feeds very well, thanks for the tips!!

[@faithseales1271]

You helped me create a bonding relationship with my Chameleon! Thank you so much! I am so grateful! 😃👍🏻❤️🦎

[@notmiiles1824]

One question my chameleon hand eats , but when I take him out he keeps like tunning off my hand trying to get on the floor or something so I put my other hand as another like support and he keeps running u till finally he stops and hisses and poofs up what should I do please SOMEONE HELPP😳

[@d.xddy_lisa128]

my chameleon likes my hand know and likes crawling on me

[@jessbeitler8653]

What if you have a male that’s aggressive inside and outside cage? Could I just have one that’s got a bad personality?

[@hfromm]

So I’m thinking about getting a veiled chameleon and I was wondering if it’s true that it’s easier to keep a male then female I read it somewhere but I’m not quiet sure if it’s true. Get back to me as soon as possible thanks! Also he is so cute!!

[@ameliabackholm1411]

Hailea Frommelt I think a male is easier! Females lay eggs even if they haven’t been mated. Males are just a little easier because you won’t have to deal with eggs. Hope that helped.

[@hfromm]

amelia backholm Yes! Thank you! Do the males need a bigger enclosure or anything special?

[@ameliabackholm1411]

Hailea Frommelt The males are a little bit larger than females. I don’t think the gender will matter on the size of your tank. But bigger tank is always better.

[@reptiliangarden]

Totally agree with what she said! The females tend to not live as long as males and there is a chance for them to become egg bound which is a big result of their death most often. The males are usually a little larger and more colorful and live longer. 💕

[@hfromm]

Reptilian Garden ok so probably an xl large cage or a large you have been so helpful thank you for answering my questions you just earned a sub with the bell!

[@sylvia6374]

My chameleon is a baby... and so far he is sooo sweet❤️ I hand feed him a lot, and sometimes he gets stressed when I stand in front of him for too long, but otherwise he has been so so sweet! I’m very lucky

[@KittiRain]

I recently got a seven month old veiled female... Named her Yoda. She hates anyone going near her, but is quite happy to wander around the viv so I know she has settled in okay. Just wondering how long it takes for them to build up enough trust to stop hissing. I know there is a chance I will never get her fully tame so she walks into my hand, but I would like her to trust me enough to not hide away from me when I open the viv door.

[@jasonvieira222]

beautiful chameleon.! you must have the lady's touch!

[@Santiago_Handle]

First time I see a video from you. You are stunningly beautiful! Also love your tattoo. That´s a lucky chameleon right there!

[@nickindustries1]

My veiled chameleon, Aires will sometimes just sit there and hiss at the mist coming down. She's only a few months old

[@marksingh5180]

Benbaaaaaa!!! U look great buddy..

[@ashiyaarms1873]

My chameleon is a baby and every time I try holding him he starts to back away and I try hand feeding him and he would never eat it I’m really worried I need help :(

[@vasscownage]

Hey! I got a question about my baby veiled (11 weeks old). I got him since he was 6 weeks old. He is really scared of me and when he sees me in the living room he instantly crawls away. He has bitten me twice when i put my hand under his body. Any tips on how to make him less scared? He sees me in my living room for hours when i sit here. Hand feeding doesnt work because he crawls behind the tree in his cage! I hope you can help me out ! :) Thanks in advance

[@brunobucciarati1932]

Awesome advice, this is the way I socialize the veiled Chamileons at work too

[@armandogarcia7212]

Hi! I love your videos I have a problem With my chameleon, he is 3 months old, when I approach his terrarium, he hides behind the plants and is afraid of everything, I can't feed him with my hand because he doesn't eat them, he only eats when I'm not there. I bought it 7 days ago, so i dont know if he is just scared because he has not adapted yet, any advice?

[@thenamessnaggy]

I just got my chameleon today and I put him in his enclosure but he wont eat or do anything really, but this video definitely helped me and now I know how to get him to trust me and get him out of his little back corner 😁

[@luvlost03]

Great video and he’s so adorable! I would love a panther chameleon in the future. Can you a video on his or all your enclosure’s set up one day? Thanks

[@reptiliangarden]

luvlost03 Thank you so much!!! I’d love to get a panther chameleon someday too. I actually have a veiled chameleon care video up and I show banbas enclosure in it. I’m planning to do a video showing all the enclosures, but I’m waiting for new ones to ship still. Once it’s all updated I’ll do the video. 💕

[@squarepusher645]

super great video!!! :)) have a new Sub! and i also hit the stupid bell

[@SiahNide7]

Dope video and dope beats 👌

[@santiagoescobedo1574]

My chameleon bit me

[@24subscribers19]

Mine is nice in the enclosure and tries to run away from me when he's out

[@proudClorox_consumer]

Just got one today and oh boy do they have an attitude😂

[@alextorres1320]

I'm getting a same and I was thinking of summer and Autumn what should I name it

[@ItsSunee]

thank you so much for these videos

[@Numocron]

Oh wow man he looks so gorgeous.😃

[@tatrianaponce7929]

How do you even feed them crickets... Like I don't think I can hold a cricket 😅 I just put them in the cage and he eats...

[@mikheilzguladze8051]

Informative as always! Keep it up! That is a beautiful and healthy pal you've got there! Question. You should consider introducing yourself to patreon. I would personally wish to support you.

[@reptiliangarden]

Self Thank you so much for your amazing support. I will look into Patreon. That is a fantastic idea. 💕

[@MateSpanyik]

hey, what shoudl i do if he wont eat out of mz heand?

[@jimmywooten8525]

I just got a dady veiled chameleon 3 days ago and working with him now, LOVE him...named him "Eddie Vedder"...ya know, from Pearl Jam 😂👌

[@safesclart]

Nice healthy looking Chameleon, good job! lv the ink too.

[@privateprivacy8774]

Beautiful Chameleon and a beautiful woman

[@awesomeava4321]

What would be a great travel cage for when u bring them home

[@mikek1402]

reptilian garden, do they change color mainly due to stress or ? Do you have videos of your chameleon changing color?

[@reptiliangarden]

Mike K They change based upon stress and to communicate their moods and to absorb heat. They’re very interesting. In the beginning of my about me video q&a he changes colors. ✨💕

[@roblox_sunflower2374]

Omg Tysm this helped me so much!

[@keeleyhaven3486]

How often do you handle?

[@graciehester7399]

I’m getting my veiled chameleon on July 21st, and I have one questions. My enclosure is by my window, can I have the shades open so he/she can have sunlight?

[@reptiliangarden]

Gracie Hester You can, just be careful so he doesn’t over heat and he will not get uvb through the glass. So make sure you still supply the uvb and he gets the proper temps

[@randyrocket3634]

You and your chameleon are beautiful

[@allycaudillo1998]

Hey great video I have a male veiled chameleon and he is always angry I’ve been trying to get him to work with me tho now he hisses when my palms to close to him am going to try ur method

[@MsCreativeFingers]

Thanks for the great video! When you feed him crickets on your arm or hand are the crickets alive? If so, how do you keep them from hopping away? :)

[@reptiliangarden]

Carla Swanson Yes! They have to be alive because chameleons only eat things with movement. I usually hold the cricket by the butt on my arm so that it’s legs are still free to squirm around

[@briankral5316]

How did you get a cricket to not jump and how did you hand feed him if he didn't like you

[@reptiliangarden]

Brian Kral Is hold the crickets butt so it couldn’t jump away. Your chameleon will take the risk and go for it if the bug is appealing enough. You may have to use a different insect to lure him in if he’s picky! Lol

[@chibimoon14]

Banba is so handsome! May I asked where you purchased him from?

[@dysfunctionalthor4719]

My baby chameleon is the same way he’s tough but I’m trying to slowly do what you did with yours and I’m hoping that it’ll work

[@jaydenjohnson1217]

And thank you for the tips

[@bmartinez2005]

Absolutely beautiful as always!

[@hgodtx]

Thanks so much for the advice.

[@GarryFisherman]

I was hand feeding my baby chameleon and he bit my hand

[@angietone7575]

I have a baby veiled called Cyan but but I’m scared of the crickets so I hand feed him strawberries. He never comes to me tho...so I’ve been working with him more and watching vids. Thanks for the tips!

[@reptiliangarden]

Angie Tone Hey... chameleons are insectivores, so you have to feed your chameleon insects. Strawberries are not part of a chameleons diet at all. If you’re uncomfortable with feeding him insects, I’d recommend finding him a new home.

[@notmiiles1824]

Thank u I’m gonna try this now :)

[@loganlaub4712]

Awesome! Got a massive cage and am starting to pimp it out for the little dude when i get him. Thanks for the vid!

[@Munchkin99]

Thx I’m thinking about getting one and am doing my research now it’s my first reptile and Cham but hopefully I can get a good bond with it I do have 3 dogs though so I’ll have to be careful

[@reptiliangarden]

Joe HC No problem! They can stress easily, so I would recommend keeping them in the quietest and least active room of the house. 💕