Not exact matches
Urine scalding isn't the only possible hazard that can arise from the caustic bodily fluid
in your rabbit's fur.
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Urine Scald: This is a condition similar to flystriking in which the skin and fur between the hind legs becomes irritated because it is damp from u
Urine Scald: This is a condition similar to flystriking
in which the skin and fur between the hind legs becomes irritated because it is damp from
urineurine.
Pets with neurological disorders are at a higher risk for developing complications such as: muscle and ligament shortening
in affected limbs, muscle atrophy (wasting), bed sores,
urine / fecal
scald, urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and damage of limbs due to sensation loss.
«Doggy diapers» are available at most pet stores, however be sure to check your pet often
in order to keep him / her clean and dry to prevent
urine / fecal
scald.
Signs of early trouble will vary with each rabbit, but you should seek veterinary help when any of the following occur: Loss of litterbox habits, straining to urinate, hopping
in and out of the litter pan, wetness around the genital area or chronic skin irritation
in that area from
urine scalding, semi-solid (like toothpaste)
urine, or blood
in the
urine.
A rabbit with
urine scald, feces that has remained
in prolonged contact with your rabbit's skin, and overall unclean environments may cause your rabbit to develop a skin infection.
Broken jaws, severe and extremely painful dental disease, corneal ulcers, cataracts, and
urine / fecal
scalding were found
in a large number of the animals.
In either scenario, the dogs need to be kept very clean to prevent
urine scalding and infections.
Amy: And then if you wait too long they can get
urine scald on their feet and no one wants to sit
in their wet.
The baldness and red, irritated skin are caused by «
urine scald,» and it can happen to any bunny whose
urine soaks into the fur around her vent and is
in constant contact with her delicate skin.
This can cause
urine to collect
in the fur and soak into it, causing
urine scald.