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new baby fancy rat, health issues.

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Question
I just bought a new dumbo rat two days ago.
She is a baby, and ever since I took her home, she's been sneezing. Are there any home remedies that I can use, to avoid taking her to the vet? I don't have enough money, and I heard there are ways to stop the problem before it starts.

Answer
Your rat has myco, if you made the mistake of buying her from a pet shop this is no surprise, most petshop rats are infected. Its a respitory disease, and will need anti biotics from the vet, if not she will most likely die. There is no home remedy that is safe, and in my opinion you shouldnt have a pet if you cant afford a vet. Also I hope she has a companian, rats need company, and become depressed and sick if kept alone.