Thanks for the reply, I don't necessarily think it's ibd but since I work at a vet, I have the ability to test for free. Really the only reason i have even considered it is the change in behavior and the fact that I have caught him just starting several times with head elevated. That is something I have never seen from him. Another reason which I forgot to mention I'd that I handled a red tail that was covered in mites at work a couple of months ago and I know that mites can carry ibd. Granted I did not handle my BP for a couple days after that. Have only offered rats so far will try a mouse. Thanks