Why won't my baby rat stop sneezing?

Answer by  rbiales (3441)

Rats can have all of the difficulties with breathing that any animal can, including asthma and allergies as well as colds specific t rats. A small animal vet will be able to determine what sort of issue your baby rat has and once you know what the issue is you can begin a treatment plan.

Answer by  mammakat (11147)

Rats are prone to respiratory illnesses. If you are using a pine or wood based bedding, switch immediately, this is not conducive to them. Do not let him be exposed to air freshener, perfumes or sprays. Make sure he is not in a draft, and you should see a vet.

Answer by  worker2746 (2434)

The rat could have a cold, and this is quite normal for baby rats to do. I wouldn't worry about it yet.

Answer by  PaintedRoadkill (504)

Alot of rats are inbred by irresponsible breeders. Usually these rats are only meant to be sold as food for snakes and other predators. However often times they are sold as pets. Inbreeding will cause malformation in the lungs as well as cancer. It also makes the rats more susceptible to upper respiratory diseases.