Marilyn seemed to be very ill for a couple of days.........He's about a year old, and there were no dietary changes. He's fine now....could it be the litter I am using? I switched from recycled paper to a woodchip style, as his urine was EXTREMELY strong, and the paper style wasn't absorbing the odor. Thoughts?
And before anyone asks, he's named Marilyn after Marilyn Manson.
2006-06-05 16:37:54 · 15 answers · asked by spookykid313 5 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Thanks for all the great answers; I appreciate it.
Now how am I going to pick "best answer?"
2006-06-05 17:03:51 · update #1
I hope the wood shavings you are using are pine or aspen wood. Cedar releases irritating fumes when combined with urine, and can lead to respiratory probs.Aspen wood is a good alternative because it's relatively dust free, but it is a bit more expensive.Pine is cheaper, but more dusty and can irritate their eyes.
2006-06-05 16:44:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Marilyn should be back on the paper litter, any wood chip product is inferior. Specifically pine and cedar are very bad, but you should avoid wood altogether.
A rat's cage should be spot cleaned (wet litter, any raisins removed) every day, with a thorough cleaning at least once a week. I have 14 rats in one cage, I spot clean several times a day and psycho clean twice a week. ( my rats also only get bottled water)
Marilyn should also have a friend, but you should visit http://www.goosemoose.com for more information.
2006-06-06 14:09:22 · answer #2 · answered by Shar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
id call a pet store before a vet. they usually have just as much knowledge as they deal with those animals everyday. Good Luck, Marilyn.
2006-06-05 16:41:04 · answer #3 · answered by chi-kita 27 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say that Marilyn has been smoking too much. He should probably cut down on the caffeine too.
2006-06-05 16:41:17 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe he just has a cold. If needed, there are antibiotics for our rodent friends. Check out the site link below, there's a great Q&A and other pet rat links! :)
2006-06-05 16:41:26 · answer #5 · answered by JStrat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Believe it or not ...
he very well could have a cold!
Also, any changes made that deviate from the norm. could have adverse effects.
Good Luck
P.S. It wouldn't hurt to check with a vet!
2006-06-05 16:43:01 · answer #6 · answered by antman611756 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yea ask a vet...that's too detailed even for me
2006-06-05 16:40:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love rats too..I had a few.....
Umm you may have to talk to a vet about the problem....
Maybe, he is asthmatic.....
good luck to you and your pet..
2006-06-05 16:39:53 · answer #8 · answered by Karla 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stop givin the thing charges, he's prolly high, put his cage in a well ventilated area. haha
2006-06-05 16:42:07 · answer #9 · answered by thevoicesjustgotlouder 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'll bet a vet would know for sure.
2006-06-05 16:38:53 · answer #10 · answered by nurse_spratchet 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋