My pet rat isn't eating and sounds like a frog. Is it respiratory?

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My pet rat has not been eating and sounds like a frog. Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Male | 3 years and 11 months old | 0.12 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

It sounds from your description like he might have an upper respiratory infection or possibly even pneumonia. I would encourage you to have him evaluated by your veterinarian as soon as possible. In the meantime clean the cage so the ammonia from the urine doesn’t irritate the respiratory tract. When older rats get respiratory disease it can be life threatening. Best of luck and I hope he improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

My pet rat isn't eating and sounds like a frog. Is it respiratory?

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