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Hairless rat!

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Question
Ok so I've had a girl hairless rat since Christmas and theres never been anything wrong with her till 3 days ago. One of her eyes isnt opening all of the way and shes not as playful, and she smells! Whats wrong with her??

Answer
What part of her body smells?

Sounds like she may need a vet. Odor could indicate infection.
Also, hairless rats do not have eyelashes so they are prone to eye infections or even injury to the eye since they do not have protection.

Many hairless rats are prone to illness so its wise to have a good exotic vet lined up long before they start to show signs of illness. If you  need names of a good vet let me know.