pet health






 

Question by  josh77 (16)

What illness causes hamsters to be listless and have trouble walking?

 
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Answer by  rbiales (3441)

Hamsters often are fed "junk food" -- human treats that are not good for them -- and the combination of obesity and constipation can make them listless and too sluggish to be able to move around easily. Putting them on a healthy diet and giving them wheels and other exercise equipment can help.

 
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Answer by  Erica95 (323)

A bladder or kidney infection could cause this. If your hamster is having bloody urine or squealing in pain when urinating this could most definitely be the cause. If this doesn't sound like him then check your bedding to make sure he hasn't gotten a respiratory infection from cedar.

 
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Answer by  traumatised (3285)

It could be many things: infections, poor diet, broken bone, etc. Take your hamster to an exotics vet (one who specialises in rodents) for a proper diagnosis and treatment options.

 
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Answer by  withluck (1745)

Hamsters have a rather short lifespan of about three years. There is a good chance this behavior is simply your hamster showing his age.

 
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Answer by  heather88 (1897)

You will have to take it to the vet to find out what is wrong with it. The vet can tell you what is wrong, and what you can do to help it.

 
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Answer by  katharine (3981)

It sounds like your hamster might be dying. Often before animals die they have trouble walking and don't have very much energy. Spend time with your rabbit while you can and make it comfortable.

 
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