When to take your Chinchilla to the vet for diarrhea?
If the diarrhea continues, or your chinchilla stops eating or drinking, a trip to the vet is a must. Small fecal pellets are a sign that your pets food intake is reduced. This may signal dental problems.
How big does a chinchilla get as an adult?
Chinchilla adults are about the same size as a small to medium-sized domesticated rabbit. On average a chinchilla is somewhere between 9-11 inches long not including the tail. On average, an adult male chinchilla weighs between 0.8 to – 1.1 lbs.
What to know about taking care of a chinchilla?
Be sure to avoid any drafts, damp rooms, direct sunlight, or heat sources. Overgrown teeth is a common problem among chinchillas. The spurs or points of the teeth can do serious damage to your chinchilla if it goes untreated. Watch for any changes in your chinchillas eating habits, excessive drooling, or even diarrhea.
Is it OK to use plastic run about balls on a chinchilla?
The risks of overheating make the use of plastic run-about balls undesirable; your chinchilla would much rather run around in a secure, chinchilla-proofed room with no exposed electrical wire or plastic to chew on. Chinchillas are subject to the same health problems as other small mammals.
Why does my Chinchilla have diarrhea all the time?
Your chinchilla’s diarrhea may be caused by one of several factors: 1 Intestinal parasites. 2 Sudden change in diet (abrupt switch to a new food). 3 Spoiled food or hay. 4 Algae in water bottle. 5 Too many treats or sugary treats. 6 (more items)
How can I tell if my Chinchilla is sick?
Your first clue may come in the frequency of his bowel movements; he has many more movements when he is suffering from diarrhea. Diarrhea in your chinchilla looks different from his normal, well-formed feces. When your pet is sick, his feces may look soft or sticky and have a coating of mucus. It may also be more moist than normal and smell bad.
Why does my Chinchilla lose so much weight?
With your pet hardly eating it can lose weight quickly. But as you’ll see, that’s far from the only reason your chinchilla might lose weight. It stands to reason that if a chinchilla doesn’t eat enough food, it will begin to lose weight.
When to take a Chinchilla to the vet?
Keep a close eye on your chinchilla’s fecal output, appetite, and activity level. If he has not begun improving within 24 hours, return to the vet. Your chinchilla can recover easily from a bout with diarrhea, as long as you take him to your vet right away.
