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My sick hamster has wet tail, breathing issues, and not eating. Help!

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Hamster | Male | 1 year and 7 months old | 2 lbs

my hamster that is two years old is having problems, he is not acting right, not eating much, he has a little squeal every time he breathes, and i think he is having upper respiratory problems, i also think hes constipated and has a little wet tail, he is also acting stressed out. what do i do?

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on May 30th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Chewy. A lower respiratory problem is more likely, such as pneumonia. But heart, liver, renal and other illnesses can lead to respiratory congestion. If doing this poorly, a veterinary visit is recommended ASAP. Good luck.

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