Rattie Health
Here is some helpful information regarding fancy rat health and keeping healthy pets. The most important thing to remember when reviewing this is that I am not a veterinarian. I am just a long time rat owner with experiences that may help someone else. It is crucial to consult a rat-knowledgeable veterinarian when you have any questions about your rattie's health.
| The most common ailments affecting rats are:
• Spots and Scabs (too rich diet, sharp claws need trimming, or mites may be present) • Abscesses (often from an infected cut or bite) • Tumors • Malocclusion (deformed teeth, and sometimes occurring if one tooth is broken or damaged) • Respiratory Diseases • Loss of Weight and Condition (may be a sign of underlying disease or old age) From the NFRS-National Fancy Rat Society |
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