pet rats

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i have 2 female young rats. their poo is very runny when im guessing it should be hard. could they be ill?



Reply from bionic2 User Rating:  640 Knowledge Tokens
Yes their stool should be not be runny , but well formed.
Diarrhea can be caused by feeding an unbalanced diet, such as too many fresh fruits and vegetables,or even a gastro-intestinal bacterial infection such as pinworms or other parasites. So you should consult a vet about this if it is not something simple like feeding too much lettuce.
Make sure your rats are getting plenty of fresh water to avoid dehydration. Feed a plain, bland diet such as rodent block, baby foods, or rice while the diarrhea is a problem.Check your rat's skin elasticity-if the skin over its shoulders feels stiff and doesn't slip back in place easily and your rat seems very lethargic and unresponsive, your rat will need immediate medical attention.

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