What to do if a hamster is sick, what medicine to take

Mondo Pets Updated on 2024-02-20

Hamster illness is a problem that every pet owner does not want to face, but sometimes it is unavoidable. When there is an abnormality in your mouse rat, the first thing to do is to find out as soon as possible so that the correct action can be taken. This article will provide you with some ways to prevent and treat common diseases in hamsters to help you take better care of your pets.

1. Cold. Symptoms: The hamster has a runny nose, red eyes, loss of appetite, etc., and the body temperature may rise to more than 38 degrees.

*Method: Add Radix Root Powder to drinking water, add an appropriate amount to the kettle, and change it once a day. If necessary, the solution can be dropped into the nasal cavity of the hamster.

Precautions: Indoor air circulation should be maintained during the hamster cold, and at the same time pay attention to keeping warm to avoid aggravation of the condition.

2. Diarrhea. Symptoms: Yellow, green, or black stools with a foul odor. Hamsters may experience symptoms of dehydration, such as flaccidity, weight loss, etc.

*Methods: Oral administration of gentamicin injection, 1 4 to 1 2 ml each time, twice a day. If needed, oral glucose solution can be used for energy.

Precautions: Stop feeding high-fat and high-sugar foods during diarrhea to reduce the burden on the stomach and intestines. At the same time, pay attention to maintaining environmental hygiene to avoid infection with germs.

3. ** disease.

Symptoms: Hamster** appears redness, swelling, hair loss, dander and other symptoms. It may be accompanied by discomfort such as itching and pain.

*Method: Apply antibacterial and anti-inflammatory ointments such as erythromycin ointment, chlortetracycline ointment, etc., once a day. Oral vitamin B and fish oil contribute to health.

Precautions: **During the illness, the living environment of the hamster should be cleaned regularly and kept dry and hygienic. At the same time, it is necessary to avoid excessive gnawing of hamsters** and cause infection.

4. Tumors. Symptoms: Lumps or nodules appear on the hamster, which may be accompanied by symptoms such as loss of appetite and weight loss.

*Methods: For small benign tumors, conservative ** can be adopted, and the changes of the tumor can be observed regularly. If there are signs of enlargement or malignant transformation, surgical excision should be prompted. For malignant tumors, a combination of chemotherapy or radiotherapy** is required.

Precautions: Tumor diseases need to be comprehensively examined and diagnosed in a regular pet hospital, and appropriate methods should be taken according to the doctor's advice. At the same time, maintaining a good living environment and eating habits can help prevent the occurrence of tumors.

In addition to the above common diseases, hamsters may also face some other health problems. In the face of pet health problems, you should go to a regular pet hospital for examination and **, do not blindly use drugs or take improper ** measures. At the same time, maintaining a good living environment and eating habits helps to prevent the occurrence of diseases and maintain the health of pets.

During a hamster's illness, in addition to following the doctor's advice**, there are some auxiliary measures we can take to help the pet as soon as possible**. For example, maintain good indoor hygiene, regularly clean the areas where hamsters live, and provide adequate food and water. In addition, hamsters can also be given moral support through companionship and love to help them get through difficult times.

In short, for the prevention and control of common diseases in hamsters, we need to achieve early detection, early detection, scientific medication and careful care. Through our efforts and care, we believe that hamsters can grow up healthy and happy and become an indispensable part of our lives. ws

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