Rats

Maria Zayas, DVM

What are Mites in Rats?Mites are small arthropods (the same family as spiders and lobsters) that live on or in the skin of animals. Mites are an uncommon issue for rats, however the most common mite is...

Maria Zayas, DVM

What are Lice in Rats?Lice are tiny insects that live on the skin of animals, often within their fur or hair, that feed on blood. The most common type of lice in rats is Polyplax spinulosa, also known...

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Staphylococcal Infection in RatsStaphylococcal infection in rats is caused by a bacteria belonging to the genus staphylococcus, a gram positive bacteria that is commonly found on the skin of many mammals,...

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Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis Virus in RatsLymphocytic choriomeningitis is a viral infection that is relatively common in rats. The usual sources of the virus are other infection-carrying rodents, such...

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Sialodacryoadenitis and rat coronavirus are inter-related viral infections that affect the nasal cavities, lungs, salivary glands and the Harderian gland that is close to the eyes in rats. These are highly...

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Salmonellosis in RatsSalmonellosis is a diseased condition that is brought about by infection with the Salmonella bacterium. Salmonellosis is very rare in pet rats and infection is usually found to have...