Is my bd having brething issues?

[Bioboi]

He seems to be breathing hard he was fine but then I fed him a hornworm about 4 hours ago, he's been doing this ever since, really worried just got him 4 weeks ago. Is this normal or what?

 

[Sadie]

He seems to be breathing hard he was fine but then I fed him a hornworm about 4 hours ago, he's been doing this ever since, really worried just got him 4 weeks ago. Is this normal or what?

How big was the horn worm ? They get really big you dont want to feed insects bigger than the size between the eyes length wise -- -- he does look like hes breathing hard - keep an eye on him - what are his basking temps and how are you taking them NO stick ons what UVB are you using this is extremely important for digestion

 

[Bioboi]

How big was the horn worm ? They get really big you dont want to feed insects bigger than the size between the eyes length wise -- -- he does look like hes breathing hard - keep an eye on him - what are his basking temps and how are you taking them NO stick ons what UVB are you using this is extremely important for digestion

I don't have a thermometer so I'm gonna go buy one right now ill let you know I'm using a 10.0 UvB bulb it had a pic of a dragon on it and also a baking bulb the worm was pretty big tho any thing else u should pic up?

 

[Sadie]

I don't have a thermometer so I'm gonna go buy one right now ill let you know I'm using a 10.0 UvB bulb it had a pic of a dragon on it and also a baking bulb the worm was pretty big tho any thing else u should pic up?
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That UVB is it a coil? If it is they are inadequate --- you need a tube fixture -- if your tank is a 40 gallon tank you need a 24" fixture w/ this bulb a Reptisun 10.0 T 5 - most pet stores do not carry that length --- the digital probe is a Zoo Med probe -- you need a bright white basking bulb looks like this https://www.petsmart.com/reptile/en...nse-basking-spot-light-14809.html?cgid=500202
UVB's are different than the basking bulb
you dont want this https://www.petsmart.com/reptile/en...mpact-fluorescent-bulb-16227.html?cgid=500202
you want this https://www.petsmart.com/reptile/en...-10.0-uvb-reptile-lamp-14822.html?cgid=500202 and a fixture like this
https://www.petsmart.com/reptile/en...reptile-terrarium-hood-14902.html?cgid=500202 24"

 

[Bioboi]

So I'm here now I'm picking up the basking bulb but why can't I have the UVb bulb like that what's the difference between the long tube one and the bulb kind cause I have the exact bulb kind you posted

 

[Bioboi]

This is the uvb bulb I have and can I get these thermometer

 

[Bioboi]

This is the uvb bulb I have and can I get these thermometer

 

[Sadie]

This bulb is inadequate here is some info on UVB's
Which UVB light should I use?

The best UVB light is a ReptiSun 10.0 fluorescent tube HO (Or Arcardia 12% in the UK). Compact or coil bulbs do not emit the proper amount of UVB light for a bearded dragon, and should not be used. Other brands, such as the Zilla Desert Series and ReptiGlo have been known to cause eye problems and other health issues with bearded dragons, and should be avoided. The reason that some UVB lights (Zilla, ReptiGlo, coils/compacts, ect.) are considered dangerous is because the wavelength of UVB that they emit is shorter and more intense than the wavelength of the "safe" lights (ReptiSun, Arcadia). UVB lights should be replaced every 6 months. The T5’s are a strong bulb and only need to be replaced once a year – the T 8 every 6 months--- where as the T 8 are not as strong—they need to be placed inside the tank the T 5 10.0 bulb approx 10-11 inches from basking spot – the T 8 approx 6-8 inches from basking spot—the cover needs to be off the bulb for full effect of the UVB rays--
These bulbs have caused more issues than I can count and many have died from this UVB - ones that were not caught early on

 

[Bioboi]

Ok I'll have to throw down the 50 bucks and get it than. Um was that thermometer I showed you good enough?

 

[Sadie]

This bulb is inadequate here is some info on UVB's
Which UVB light should I use?

The best UVB light is a ReptiSun 10.0 fluorescent tube HO (Or Arcardia 12% in the UK). Compact or coil bulbs do not emit the proper amount of UVB light for a bearded dragon, and should not be used. Other brands, such as the Zilla Desert Series and ReptiGlo have been known to cause eye problems and other health issues with bearded dragons, and should be avoided. The reason that some UVB lights (Zilla, ReptiGlo, coils/compacts, ect.) are considered dangerous is because the wavelength of UVB that they emit is shorter and more intense than the wavelength of the "safe" lights (ReptiSun, Arcadia). UVB lights should be replaced every 6 months. The T5’s are a strong bulb and only need to be replaced once a year – the T 8 every 6 months--- where as the T 8 are not as strong—they need to be placed inside the tank the T 5 10.0 bulb approx 10-11 inches from basking spot – the T 8 approx 6-8 inches from basking spot—the cover needs to be off the bulb for full effect of the UVB rays--
These bulbs have caused more issues than I can count and many have died from this UVB - ones that were not caught early on

You can get a digital probe thermometer for $7 at petsmart or petco they usually carry Zoo Meds -- those you have is good for ambient temps only -- the hygrometer is for humidity -- put it on the back center of wall -- humidity is fine as long as it does not go above 70%

 

[Bioboi]

So update he stopped doing the heavy breathing he had shed in his nose when I woke up this morning had me all worried, sad thing is I dropped the uv tube on accident hopefully I can return it today...

 

[Sadie]

So update he stopped doing the heavy breathing he had shed in his nose when I woke up this morning had me all worried, sad thing is I dropped the uv tube on accident hopefully I can return it today...

Oh dear-- yes you definitely need to get a new bulb- get your digital probe thermometer as well--

 

[Bioboi]

Yeh they were able to exchange it I went to a grow shop to get the light fixture tho it was 30 compared to the 60 at the pet store so he's doing fine now. He's all lit up

 

[Sadie]

Yeh they were able to exchange it I went to a grow shop to get the light fixture tho it was 30 compared to the 60 at the pet store so he's doing fine now. He's all lit up

Your fixture does it have a reflector on it?