Why is my 6-month-old rat suddenly lethargic and dragging back legs?

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Have a 6 month old rat who seems to have suddenly lost proper use of her back end. Very lethargic and twisting her. Pay round and holding her legs up funny. Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female | unspayed

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This could be commonly due to a spinal cord problem (slipped disc with nerve compression, or spinal cord stroke). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Why is my 6-month-old rat suddenly lethargic and dragging back legs?

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