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My rat is constantly sneezing. Can I give her Baytril and how much?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 27 days old

I just got 2 female pet rats. The one is very active and eating however she has been constantly sneezing. I have Baytril for a sick hamster I had a week ago.. can my rat have baytril to clear up this respiratory problem? And how much? She is probably 2-3 mos?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on April 11th, 2017

Considering that these signs could be compatible with an upper respiratory tract infection, yes you can use it, but if the signs persist despite a week course of this antibiotic a veterinary check up is absolutely needed. Dosage you can use would be 5mg/kg orally every 12 hours. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation (where you can post pictures ) if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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