I just purchased a Pewter BP male. He had trouble shedding so I soaked him, and worked it out. I thought he was on the skinny side, so I contacted the breeder for insight. They told me that he was far from skinny but, look a lbit dehydrated, thus wrinkles in his skin. He suggested that I do not use aspen bedding - where that was probably the reason for his dehydration. Does this sound kosher? What substrate should be used? They suggested Coco or Orchid Bark> It's a 55 gallon, 150 watt ceramic emitter, basking spot bulb (100 watt) , UTH and a water bowl.

Thoughts?