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Effective Treatment Options for Bumblefoot in Rodents and Small Exotic Animals: A Comprehensive Guide

Effective Treatment Options for Bumblefoot in Rodents and Small Exotic Animals: A Comprehensive Guide

Bumblefoot (pododermatitis) is a skin infection on the feet of small pets like guinea pigs, rats, hamsters, ferrets, rabbits, and chinchillas. Here’s what you need to know about treating bumblefoot effectively and confidently in small exotic pets. What are the symptoms of bumblefoot in small exotic animals? In the early stages of bumblefoot, noticeable signs include swelling and redness on the footpad. A characteristic feature is the emergence of a swollen, pus-filled bump, which is often accomp

Ringworm in Guinea Pigs: Bald Spots, Scratching, and the Road to Relief

Ringworm in Guinea Pigs: Bald Spots, Scratching, and the Road to Relief

Guinea pigs are very social creatures with a host of emotions packed into little bodies. They make wonderful pets for children or adults and will show you their appreciation with a variety of chirps and squeals when they’re excited and happy. Think of them as tiny Siberian Huskies; heightened emotional states and are very vocal about them. When you first brought little Wilbur home, he may have been a bit shy. Then he learned the sound of the refrigerator as the source of all his fresh vegetables

Pathogen Spotlight of the Month: Streptococcus Pneumoniae

Pathogen Spotlight of the Month: Streptococcus Pneumoniae

Is your small mammal having trouble breathing? Or perhaps you notice discharge from your furry friend’s nose? If you notice these changes, it is recommended you take your pet to an exotic pet veterinarian immediately, as your small mammal may be suffering from pneumonia! As one of the most common significant diseases in small mammals, pneumonia causes inflammation of the lungs may cause death if left untreated. Small mammals like rats, mice, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, pygmy hedgehogs, and m

Three Common Causes of Respiratory Disorders in Guinea Pigs

Three Common Causes of Respiratory Disorders in Guinea Pigs

March is “Adopt a Guinea Pig” month, and it is important for current and future guinea pig parents to learn about common respiratory disorders in this small mammal! One study suggests that approximately 40% of guinea pigs seen by a veterinarian have been diagnosed with a bacterial infection, with upper respiratory infections being the most commonly reported [1]. However, because guinea pigs are extremely sensitive to the effects of many antibiotics, understanding possible sources of infections a