What to do with a hamster with hind leg paralysis?
In the case of hind leg paralysis this should in due course resolve itself with the pet eventually regaining most of the use of his legs again. With total body paralysis euthanasia may be the only option in this case.
Why is my hamster dragging his back legs?
In a Syrian male hamster that is around 6 months of age, the onset of hind leg paralysis (dragging the back legs) could be an indication of hereditary defect. There is no cure for this problem. One of the main causes of hind leg paralysis is a condition that can sometimes result from a bacterial infection.
What does it mean when a hamster stands on its hind legs?
Standing on hind legs with their dukes up: A hamster with this body language is telling you it feels threatened and might get aggressive if you don’t back off. It gets startled when you approach: This is another sign that your pet is feeling insecure and unsure of what is going on at the moment.
What causes a hamster to not be able to walk?
A hamster that can’t walk because its back legs don’t work is a sign of a hind limb problem. This could be caused by: inactivity, injury, old age or more. Skip to content Search for:
In the case of hind leg paralysis this should in due course resolve itself with the pet eventually regaining most of the use of his legs again. With total body paralysis euthanasia may be the only option in this case.
In a Syrian male hamster that is around 6 months of age, the onset of hind leg paralysis (dragging the back legs) could be an indication of hereditary defect. There is no cure for this problem. One of the main causes of hind leg paralysis is a condition that can sometimes result from a bacterial infection.
What was the cause of sudden paralysis in hamster?
I have had hamsters virtually all my life.. but here I am “hamster sitting” for a dear friend, we have had their hamster for three weeks, they are due back next week.. and all of sudden she is … read more
What’s the difference between Cage paralysis and hind limb paralysis?
One is a term called Cage Paralysis and the other is Hind Limb Paralysis. Both have similar symptoms, loss of the use of the back legs to the point where they become stiff and the ill hamster has to drag its back legs . One is more serious than the other; that being Hind Limb Paralysis.
