This book is organized around learning objectives with colored tabs for easy location of material. Find a vet suitable for your pet rat, or suggest one that others in your area can use. Ive been a rat lover for some time now, and recently i bought the rat health care booklet and this book from debs site. By far the most complete and the most informative book available on rats as pets.
It contains all the vital information on general care, medications, vets, surgery. Debbie ducommun is the leading authority of pet rat care in america and the lady really knows her stuff, you can also order a first aid and health booklet from her directly which is excellent. Learn intro to health care chapter 15 with free interactive flashcards. Routine health care of rats merck veterinary manual. This little rat booklet is one of a complete set for the twelve animals of the chinese zodiac, and is of course particularly appropriate for children born in the year of the rat. Do a lot of research, so you know what youre getting yourself in for.
She also writes and publishes the booklet rat health care, the. Practical, accurate advice from the expert complete. Read on your pc, mac, smart phone, tablet or kindle device. Promptly remove or repair any shelter areas, such as fences and old appliances. Logo usage 2 color logo 1 color logo logo files will be supplied upon request by aspca creative services see page 14. A rat cage should never smell,as they are very clean animals. The best health resource for rats is debbie ducommuns rat health care booklet. If it saves you just one visit to the vet, it will more than pay for itself. Commercial food also provides the perfect combination of protein, minerals, vitamins and fiber to maintain good health formulas containing small, hard biscuits will also help. Rat health care like any animal, rats can get sick.
This is the new 3 rd edition of debbies rat care book, published in 2011. This article is from an earlier edition of the rat health care booklet. The average life span for a rat is about 23 years and for a mouse about 12 years. Critical care management for laboratory mice and rats. A textbook for home health aides, the accompanying workbook, and the instructor. Place the habitat out of direct sunlight in a lowhumidity area thats between 65 and 75 degrees fahrenheit 18 to 24 celsius. Critical care management for laboratory mice and rats vetbooks. Understanding common rat behavior and body language ratz. We highly recommend that you order debbies rat health care booklet. I give this book out to new rat owners as it is the most complete and accurate guide to the care, feeding, medicating, and training of rats. Health problems with rats chicago exotics animal hospital. Rat health care is a handy reference guide full of timetested practical information for treating pet rats. Jan 01, 1976 this book defies easy description by the plain simple fact that it transcends itself, over and over. Suitable gnawing material, preventing teeth growing continuously, causing health problemspain.
Everything about purchase, care, nutrition, handling. The most luxurious book ever made on the rat pack, this exquisite, 448page tome is a deluxe, limited edition. Dont forget to check out the fun rat photos and videos if you would like to ask about something not. Protect your health keep rats under control why are rats and mice such a health risk to the community. Periodically check for new entry holes into neighborhood buildings, and seal them up quickly. Because rats live in such close contact with their litter and bedding these must be kept clean and free from toxins. Or go gourmet by mixing up your own nutritious tofu and molasses blend. The statewide tollfree hotline offers counseling information and referrals about pregnancy, infant and toddler issues. The booklet discusses all the most common health problems of rats, the most common symptoms and the treatments that work, and tells how to prevent many common problems, including mammary tumors. The rat fan club publishes rat health care, a 50 page booklet written by club founder debbie the rat lady ducommun. Ducommun covers the history and natural history of rats, how to tell if rats are good pets for you including financial and time requirements, finding and choosing the right individuals, husbandry more than half. The booklet discusses all the most common health problems of rats, the most common symptoms and the treatments that work, and tells. Over 80 percent of the images have never been published before and are reproduced for the first time here in breathtaking quality. On this page are some general health tips for keeping rats in good health.
In this pet rat care guide, well share tips to help you groom and care for your pet rat. Rat and mouse prepackaged mixes or rat and mouse food blocks, especially those listing soy as the main ingredient, offer good nutrition and help wear down the teeth. Rat health care by debbie ducommun, 19952003 updated annually retail price. Throughout a rat s short life, it can have several health problems. Delivery may be delayed due to acts beyond our reasonable control, which may include, but are not limited to, weather, strikes, power outages, shutdowns, local, state or federal governmental actions, and other similar acts. Once i started reading, i couldnt get enough, i thought i knew a lot about rats, and i do, but this book is amazing and it is very easy to understand. Choose from 500 different sets of intro to health care chapter 15 flashcards on quizlet. A rat s tail is for balance even if one rat seems to use their tail more. Take a look at our pet search to see all the rats available for rehoming. Included here below are some listings of websites that we have found to be very helpful in providing information on the care of pet rats, as well. Overgrown teeth in addition to the common rat diseases listed above, it is important to remember that rats are also susceptible to the same health problems that affect most other pets, such as heart disease and kidney disease.
I mean, it starts out with doctor rat, a grantsubsidized scientist performing experiments on other animals in a way that seems like a diatribe against animal experimentation, but along with his poetry and his singing, he goes well beyond that kind of tale by outdoing the sheer evil of the. However, an adult should always supervise the care of a childs companion animal. Rat health care covers all aspects of rat health, from general care to the prevention, causes and treatments for common rat diseases. Rat care everything you need to know about caring for. Young bucks and does tend to be fairly resilient and healthy, with a happy go lucky temperament, very playful attitude, clear bright eyes, normal wheezefree breathing, healthy body weight, well groomed coat, and a porphyrin free nose.
Rats have complex needs and are not easy to look after well. Lab blocks, water and a few fresh veggies and fruit. Taking care of a pet rat is important if youve decided to get one for yourself. The purpose of this section is to give you an idea of what they are, and what treatment options are commonly available. Learn all about how to care for your pet rat, from housing and nutrition to vet care more. This animals high intelligence makes it an extraordinarily interesting caged. Young bucks and does tend to be fairly resilient and healthy, with a happy go lucky temperament, very.
Rat urine creates ammonia fumes, so a dirty cage leads to an unhealthy build up of ammonia. This book will help your aides master what they need to know to provide excellent, compassionate care to clients with very different needs. It includes a handy symptom guide that will help diagnose the probable cause. If the cage smells,it is because it is overdue for a cleaning. However, its worth noting that there are a variety of potential health problems and illnesses that your pet rat may fall prey to, so its important to be on the look out for the early warning signs of sickness and act accordingly. A laymans guide to the health and nursing care of rats rat guide health guide care guide medication guide breeding guide important. This fact sheet provides a quick look at health care and physical health data in nevada and how they compare. This guide in whole or part, exists solely for the purpose of recognizing and understanding the care and illnesses in the pet rat.
Percent of population not covered by health insurance. A physical assessment of the pet rat this guideline incorporates a more advanced method, along with the basic health check, of physically assessing your pet rat rats often dont exhibit sign of illness until they are well into a medical emergency. The average life span for a rat is about 23 years and for a mouse about 12. Every rat owner should have a copy, without question. The rat guide and its affiliates accept no responsibility for misuse or misunderstanding of its information. Hold the rat up to your ear and listen to its breathing. First of all, you need to provide your pet rat with a home. The rat fan club publishes rat health care, a 48page booklet written by club founder debbie the rat lady. Sep 09, 2002 debbie ducommun is the leading authority of pet rat care in america and the lady really knows her stuff, you can also order a first aid and health booklet from her directly which is excellent. Please seek advice and treatment from a qualified veterinarian if your rat is ill. Rats and mice are rodents and while they are relatively shortlived, they make excellent pets as they can easily be handled, are rarely aggressive and fun to watch. Around the world, rats and mice are known to spread over 35 diseases that can infect both people and pets, including. From developing new therapies that treat and prevent disease to helping people in need, we are committed to improving health and wellbeing around the world. This handy reference guide covers all aspects of rat health, including specific causes and treatments for common rat diseases.
If you get a rat from a breeder, ask if theyve been handled and socialised since birth. Rats are pretty hardy, but like any pet they can get ill. Caramelfawn ruby eyed top ear and black veriberk top ear with star. House your rat in a habitat thats at least 24 x 12 x 12 inches 61 x 30 x 30 cm, with multiple levels. Print this handy rat guide checklist to make shopping a breeze. The rat fun and care is a little like a later revised edition of this book. If you hear wheezing or grunting, the rat could have a respiratory infection or be suffering from allergies. This largeformat 8 12 x 11 inches book is full of all the information a rat owner or prospective rat owner could ask for. Your rat may sneeze a bit while this is done but dont worry, thats their way of getting rid of any nasties in their body. Introduction to the health guide we hope that you will find this a useful tool. There is no one perfect way to care for all rats, because every rat and every situation is different. The bacteria are found worldwide and are carried in the upper respiratory tract of apparently healthy rodents. We treat rat dental disease routinely at chicago exotics.
The average litter is 10 12 but a rat can give birth to as many as 20 babies, so its important you have homes lined up for them, and are prepared to keep the rats you cant find. Rat care tips caring for rats how to care for pet rat health. In addition to her care book rats, debbie has also written the complete guide to. These health issues usually tend to occur in older age. Advice on specific rat illnesses can be found here. Body language your rat stands up and swings its nose in the air your rat sways its head from side to side. Unfortunately, there are several health problems that pet rats face quite commonly.
A large wire cage is generally suitable for a rat and the horizontal bars are good for it to climb along on. If the target is a humanoid, it must succeed on a dc 11 constitution saving throw or be cursed with wererat lycanthropy. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. It is mostly the same as the 2 nd edition, but does have a few updates and corrections, and some new photos, including those of hairless and dumbo rats, some new health photos, and debbies husband larry on page 125. This guidance is prepared in consultation with the health and safety executive, by the advisory. Contact your local health department, or call the state health department at 5184027600 or 1. Though cages can be cleaned with a care fresh reclaimed paper pulp product 800. To help ensure the health and wellbeing of our associates and pet parents, we are temporarily suspending all product returns or exchanges. Some of the most commonly observed health problems in pet rats are detailed below. The rat health care booklet, by debbie ducommun find it at. Pet rat care is an essential part of discovering the fun of owning pet rats. Routine health care of rats all other pets veterinary manual. Wic is a federally funded nutrition program for women, infants, and children.
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