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This is a very serious bowel disease in young hamsters, which usually ends in death. Sick hamsters have a wet and dirty queue of diarrhea occurred. The disease is not transmitted to humans. Observed predominantly in the 3-6 week hamsters. Since most of the hamsters in pet shops are just at this age, the disease may occur soon after purchase. All breeds of hamsters suffer from this disease. What are the symptoms? Sick hamsters are lethargic, no appetite and stop your hair clean. Have very severe watery diarrhea, soiling the area around the anus and tail. Diarrhea causes dehydration. Feel abdominal pain. In severe cases there is blood in the diarrhea. This is a serious disease and if you notice these symptoms, consult your veterinarian. How to treat? Apply antibiotics. Make a drip of solutions against dehydration, give up drugs for diarrhea. Hamsters are placed in a warm and clean. In most cases, despite treatment, death occurred 48 hours after the observation of clinical symptoms. How can it be prevented? Hamsters should be kept fresh. When choosing a hamster must choose one of the parents who have not suffered. You should avoid stress and sudden change in scenery - less to play with him in the first few days, a smooth change in diet, if changed, etc. Vermin In the presence of parasites, stomach swell and weaken hamsters. Only a few worms and tapeworms of the family Oxynridae can affect hamsters. Small segments or resembling cucumber seeds particles are sure sign of a parasitic disease. Most probably microscopic examination. Ill also by external parasites - fleas and less than ticks. Are experiencing dry skin, dandruff, loss of hair or itching. When treatment is important not only to animals against rabies, but also your home. |
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