Stressed breathing?

He won’t drink water via veggies, a dropper, misting, or soaking. He is a little dehydrated so I am trying to soak him one last time before his shedding skin becomes loose. Is his heavy breathing because he’s stressed? He doesn’t only do it in the bath, he does it occasionally in his tank too.
Humidity the last 2 days has been on the higher end, at 55-60 on those 2 days but it usually sits at around 45. I don’t hear any clicking or bubbling when he breathes. He does have a vet appointment already scheduled for just a regular physical.

u/rigatonipasta666 — 1 day ago

Beginner questions

I have 2 questions regarding my 3ish month old bearded dragon.

Is 45-50% humidity all day actually safe? I live in a rather high climate so it reaches about 65 overnight then gradually gets down to about 45 throughout the day. Am I at risk for respiratory infections? Would it be worth it to invest in a fan or dehumidifier?

I have him on a 70% top soil 30% playsand ratio, should I move him to paper towel or tile until he gets older to limit the risk of impaction?

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u/rigatonipasta666 — 8 days ago
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Wood ID?

I have some conflicting answers online and I wanna know if this piece is safe to use in my reptile enclosure.

u/rigatonipasta666 — 21 days ago

Wood identification apps?

Any apps you guys recommend to help identify wood? I can’t tell what it is just by looking at it. Also, what’re woods to stay away from besides pine and cedar?

u/rigatonipasta666 — 21 days ago

Decor advice

Need advice on what to fill my tank with. I figured some branches and rocks couldn’t hurt, along with a couple more hides.

u/rigatonipasta666 — 24 days ago