In addition to well-known and popular animals such as dogs, cats and aquarium fish, special tame rats appear in the homes of modern citizens. This animal is very easy to care for and does not require a lot of space. But what if the rat gets sick? An attentive owner will be able to help her.
It is necessary
money to buy medicines and pay for veterinarian services
Instructions
Step 1
See your veterinarian for a diagnosis and treatment. That being said, keep in mind that most veterinarians have the best understanding of canine and feline disease. To find a doctor who specializes in rodents, search the various animal owner forums for information. You can also call the veterinary clinic before your visit and clarify which of the specialists deals with rats.
Step 2
If a visit to the veterinarian is not available at the moment for some reason, try to find out the cause of the animal's poor health and provide first aid to it yourself. If the rat has external injuries, such as a cut, treat it with hydrogen peroxide solution to avoid infection. Then cover the wound with a bandage and bandage.
Step 3
If the fracture occurs, use a pencil splint on the rat's leg. Wrap it with gauze or bandage.
Step 4
Knock down the temperature if the rat has a fever. A body temperature between 38 and 39 degrees is considered normal. If after the measurement the thermometer reads more than forty degrees, put several ice cubes wrapped in a cloth close to the animal for a few minutes. The rat with a low temperature can be helped by a heating pad. However, this will only relieve the symptoms and will not cure the animal. To eliminate the causes of unhealthy body temperature, it will be necessary to show the rodent to the veterinarian.
Step 5
In the event that the veterinarian examined the animal and prescribed treatment for the rat, it is necessary to properly care for it during recovery. Oral liquid medicines should be given through a syringe without a needle. Fill it with medicine, then insert the tip into the animal's mouth on the edge, where there are no large teeth. Feed the entire medicine to the animal gradually. It can also be added to regular rat food with permission from the doctor, and the sick animal should be kept separate from the rest if you have more than one rat. Talk to your veterinarian about an appropriate diet for your pet and feed it properly until it recovers.
