Possible respiratory infection?

rachelrose · Sep 23, 2017

I have a beardie that's about 3 months old, and just a few days ago I noticed that hes starting to make these weird noises. He will puff out his beard (doesn't turn black though) and he will gape his mouth and make this weird popping noise, almost like a cough or a wheeze. But he's very active and eats a ton, he's acting fine besides that. My humidity averages at about 32% and basking spot temp is about 100 degrees. Could it just be from shedding or is it a respiratory infection? Need a second opinion before I take him to the vet. Thank you !

CooperDragon · Sep 24, 2017

If he's active and eating well, he's probably OK. It could just be a little mucous making the sound or just air pockets in his beard. If he had an infection he would probably be less energetic and may lose interest in food. I'd keep an eye on his behavior and monitor the mucous level looking for increases around the mouth and nose.

kingofnobbys · Sep 24, 2017

rachelrose":k5vubwd4 said:
I have a beardie that's about 3 months old, and just a few days ago I noticed that hes starting to make these weird noises. He will puff out his beard (doesn't turn black though) and he will gape his mouth and make this weird popping noise, almost like a cough or a wheeze. But he's very active and eats a ton, he's acting fine besides that. My humidity averages at about 32% and basking spot temp is about 100 degrees. Could it just be from shedding or is it a respiratory infection? Need a second opinion before I take him to the vet. Thank you !

Humidity Is fine.

If you can't see bubbles forming at the lips , nose, he's fine.

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