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Common and Benign Sneezing
It's not uncommon for many rats to sneeze regularly while they explore their environment. They will most likely sneeze frequently when sniffing around new or strong smells, and this can continue throughout their life (most likely slowing as they become accustomed to their environment). For this reason it is important to make sure that you do not use strong chemicals or strong smelling cleaners around their cage, as these can upset their delicate respiratory systems.
Common Health Issues in Domestic Rats
The time to worry is when a rat exhibits heavy breathing for no reason, or their sneezing/breathing is wet and rattling. If your rat seems to be having trouble breathing, or his/her breathing is wet or ragged, it could be an upper respiratory tract infection. If they have a reddish looking fluid coming from their nose (and crusting there or all over their cage and your nearby furniture) it could be invasive mycoplasmosis
which is very serious and can be deadly. The flip side is that a reddish/pinkish mucus is also a common occurrence for new rats due to the stress of a new owner and environment. If the fluid persists for more than a week keep a close eye on the rat in question, and if it reaches two weeks make a vet appointment immediately.
Thoughts to Keep in Mind When Looking at New Rats
When picking out rats it is a good idea to look for a reputable local breeder if possible as they will most likely have fewer animals to attend to than a chain store and will most likely have noticed any health issues. In addition local breeders will have had more time to socialize young rats, which is most successful at a younger age and can make for a calmer and more playful pet. When evaluating rats for sale look for the reddish fluid that might indicate mycoplasmosis
and/or labored breathing, as these are very common health issues in rats. Look for rats that are active and unafraid to approach people. Keep in mind that Females will be more active and more likely to chew, while males will be lazier as they age, have softer coats, and establish a more rigid pecking order. Make sure to keep rats in same sex groupings as they get lonely and can mate in less than the few seconds it takes to catch and separate them.
What else can I help you with?
What is brees real name in lab rats?
whats a face
How can you keep rats away?
we can keep rats away by putting rat medicines
How is the plague microbe transmitted?
Mainly via fleas on rats, but also through human intercontact, such as sneezing and coughing.
Is it okay for rats to sneeze?
Sneezing clears mucous, dust and other things from the nasal passages and lungs and this is why rats sneeze.
What animals sneeze?
Animals that have been observed sneezing include cats, dogs, horses, elephants, and even rats. Sudden nasal irritation or foreign particles can trigger sneezing in animals, just like in humans.
What province in Canada has no rats?
In Alberta, rats are illegal. Alberta has a program to keep rats out, which has been by and large successful.
Should rats be keep inside or outside?
I think you should keep rats outside in a good sized enclosure depending what size they are.
Whats the plague start the was ring around the ros y?
The plauge started wit fleas and rats
What Are Cats Jobs?
keep out mice and rats
Should people keep rats as pets?
if they like them..
Can i keep a chuncilla if I'm afraid of rats?
squeaak
Is the best way to keep rats away is to lock a door?
no because the rats are probably finding a different way in like a hole in the wall or something. you should lock your doors anyway, but that's probably not going to keep out rats.
