How do I know if my Hedgehog is sick?
“Many times they will stop running in their wheel at night.” Weight loss, loose or reduced stools and reduced or bloody urine also can indicate your hedgehog is under the weather. Other signs of a sick hedgehog include lethargy, panting or labored breathing, a dull expression, discharge from the nose or eyes, sneezing, coughing and paralysis.
What is a common hedgehog disease?
A common hedgehog disease is urinary tract infection or cystitis. Both of those conditions lead to urine being brown or bloody. In addition, other common bladder infections include: Sick hedgehog signs when it comes to bladder infections include: You hedgehog making sounds or signs of distress while urinating.
What are the clinical signs of cancer in hedgehogs?
As is true with many hedgehog diseases, clinical signs may not be specific for cancer and simply include weight loss, lack of appetite, and lethargy. Squamous cell carcinoma of the mouth is a very common cancerous condition in hedgehogs. It may cause a foul odor coming from the mouth, noticeable swelling around the mouth, and/or weight loss.
Are hedgehogs lethargic?
Lethargy is a non-specific sign of illness that is often seen in pet hedgehogs. Lethargic hedgehogs may lose interest in their normal activities, have less energy, eat less, or sleep more than usual. Changes to your hedgehog’s energy level require further evaluation by a veterinarian.
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