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Why is my baby rat stiff with red discharge and barely breathing?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rat | Female | unspayed

My sisters pet dumbo rat was pregnant and gave birth barely a few weeks ago and today I found one of her babies stiff but still breathing, her baby has a wet mark on her neck, and her discharge is red. I need help help, QUICK.

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on November 14th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It sounds like Spook is very unstable and should be evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible for further assessment and treatment. It is unclear what is going on and an examination would help determine that. Good luck!

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