Is my rat suffering? Please help!

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Rattypancakelover

Discussion Starter · 4 mo ago

I’ve been trying to find a close/specific answer to what has happened to my rat but I’m unable to exactly pin point what’s going on. My rat has 2 patches of fur gone (one on her cheek and near her neck). She isn’t showing any signs of hurt as she still is playful and can still eat. I’ll provide pictures of what is happening to her. If anyone knows about this please help.

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ratbusters

· #2 · 4 mo ago

Hi there.
I wouldn't feel confident to say what the problem is, but I would recommend having her seen at the vet. That one on her cheek looks a bit nasty.

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SonicRat

· #3 · 4 mo ago

Have you noticed her excessively scratching at the sites? If so ,it could be mites,and she has caused a wound by scratching,as Ratbusters said,a vet visit would be a good idea,they can put skin scrapings under a microscope and check for mites

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