Regardless of the exact cause of respiratory disease in pet rodents, respiratory infections are relatively common. (brittonroadveterinaryclinic.com)
Always wash your hands immediately after touching, feeding, or caring for pet rodents or cleaning their habitats. (cdc.gov)
To reduce the risk of exposure, and to practice general safety, remember to wash your hands with soap and water after handling pet rodents. (pethelpful.com)