Rats & Mice Health Examinations | My Rat/Mouse Is Unwell | General Rats & Mice Care
Anyone who has owned a rat never goes back! Rats and their smaller cousin the mouse, make endearing pets. They are interesting, intelligent and have amazingly distinct personalities. Rats in particular can bond deeply with their human caregivers and make devoted companions. Rats and mice thrive on human interaction and require time and effort to be maintained in good health. Many of the rodent problems we see here at BBEVS are related to their diet or general care. In the wild, lots of hungry carnivores would think of guinea pigs as dinner, so just like our other exotic species, rodents hide signs of disease and injury. The basics of rodent care include:
To learn more about how to keep your rat or mouse healthy follow the links above. A cornerstone of maintaining wellness in rodents is regular preventative health examinations. These examinations use a combination of physical examination and diagnostic testing to assess your pet for any early signs of disease, as early identification of disease provides the best chance of successful resolution. We also recommend veterinary assessment of all new pets. This is important for early identification of abnormalities and is particularly relevant if you already own rats or mice, as some diseases can spread rapidly from the new arrival to the other animals in your household. If you are new to rodent ownership, this initial consultation will ensure that you start your ownership armed with the most up-to-date knowledge for this particular species.
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We require blood donors! Occasionally we require fresh blood from healthy rodents to perform a blood transfusion for a sick rodent patient. In order to be a blood donor, your pet must be an adult, have regular veterinary health examinations with BBEVS and be currently in good health. To have your pet placed on this life-saving register, please contact 07 3420 6773.
