How do I know if my chinchilla has a cold?

Common signs of respiratory disease in chinchillas include lack of appetite, lethargy, difficulty in breathing, nasal or eye discharge, and swollen lymph nodes.

Can chinchillas get a cold?

An upper respiratory tract infection (URI) in your chinchilla is always a condition that should be seen, diagnosed, and treated by your vet. A simple cold can easily become pneumonia if left untreated.

What do I do if my chinchilla got wet?

What Should You Do If Your Chinchilla Gets Wet? If your chinchilla accidentally gets wet, gently towel dry it as best you can. Place your chinchilla on towels in front of a fan set on low or a hair dryer that has a cool setting to provide constant, cool airflow.

How do chinchillas get respiratory problems?

Humid, crowded, and poorly ventilated housing conditions contribute to a greater chance of respiratory disease in chinchillas. Chinchillas can also become prone to bacterial respiratory infections when their immunity is weakened because of their young age or due to stressful conditions.

Can chinchillas sneeze?

Chinchillas sneeze most often due to dust, or other irritants in their environment. However it could also be an indicator of illness, so it’s important to seek veterinary attention if there are other symptoms, or if sneezing persists after changing the environment.

What’s too cold for a chinchilla?

With their dense fur coats, chinchillas do not tolerate high temperature or humidity well. Ideally, their cage should be placed in a cool, dry area with adequate ventilation. The ideal temperature should be kept between 60°F and 75°F, and humidity should be kept at less than 60\% relative.

Can a chinchilla get wet?

It’s an often quoted blanket statement that one should NEVER get a chinchilla wet. The rationale being that their fur is so dense that they could acquire fungus, or contract a respiratory infection. Well…..yes, but…

How can you tell if a chinchilla is sick?

When they are ill, their energy level drops so it is important to watch for this sign. A change in the amount of water and food consumed can also be a sign of illness. Whenever you suspect there may be problems, examine your chinchilla’s eyes, ears, nose, and mouth for clues as to the underlying ailment.

Why does my Chinchilla have a runny nose?

One other thing, while a chinchilla’s nose is runny, you should avoid giving it a dust bath. Chinchillas need to be constantly chewing on hard objects like wood or pumice stones to keep their teeth trimmed. If a chinchilla’s teeth grow too long, there can be some serious health complications.

Why does my Chinchilla have watery eyes and teeth?

Watery eyes that can be caused by excessively long molars. A chinchilla’s teeth should be yellow and not white. White teeth could mean calcium deficiency. This condition usually only affects nursing female chinchillas.