Possibly sick BP, could really use some help figuring out if it's a big deal or not

[Rai]

"In fact, he kept shedding. Like... 3 times in one month". The long time breeder ignored this symptom, which seems to me to be the interesting one.

This is an interesting symptom too: "but still dirties his water way more often then he used to."

Personally, I would not freak out (it doesn't help), but would go to the vet on Friday and request extensive testing.

Also, I would get some enclosures that hold heat well. BPs are enough of a challenge without fighting with sub optimal equipment. PVC enclosure, RHP on a quality thermostat (Herpstat) can make a world of difference in avoiding health problems and keeper headaches.

Good luck, and please keep us posted.

I should possibly clarify, when I said "dirties his water" I mostly mean he's clearly going in there somewhat often, its just not as often as he was previously. Like, he wasn't constantly soaking, but he was in the bowl more often then he was before this all started.

And yes, I'm definitely starting to realize that. I'm not sure why it's only just now started having issues holding in heat, but I'm not a fan. And I will most definitely keep you all posted! Thank you!