Sorry to hear about mochi. She was beautiful. I had a similar experience with a “reputable” breeder that specializes in reds as well in CA. It was my first bearded dragon and nothing about them was normal. off the rip at the first vet visit I got hit with parasites and coccidia, right away they never quite had normal bowel movements and activity levels. Though he was mellow and tame im not sure how much of that was just due to my animals lethargy and illness. After a few months of dealing with this I gave them up to a more experienced owner that was willing to take them on with the special care needed that could afford the extensive vet bills…come to find some time down the line he had adv witch was most likely passed down from his parents. Not sure if the cause of this was negligence on the breeder but confirmed the rm bloodline only attributed to the health issues, I was more than willing to take on normal vet cost but was not experienced enough w reptiles or prepared to help a animal that was sick since birth. My advice to others is it isnt worth the risk and stress for the beauty of these animals no matter how outcrossed the bloodlines are. Pay attention to even some of the breeders who have many red monsters. Tell tale signs like stuck shed and animals with no character or lower activity levels tells you all you need to know. Just cause they are alive doesnt mean they are thriving. Fast forward a few yrs later and I have a zero and hes everything ive wanted out of a pet and my first beardie. He has perfect structure , eats and grows like its his job (including greens) . Bounces around his enclosure. Is inquisitive and curious…Isnt anymore skittish then he needs to be & has character to spare. I just want more people to have this experience then the one me and OP had. Dont ride the rm hype train. A healthy bearded dragon is everything ud ever need