How Do You Help A Hairless Rat With Skin Infections & Cysts?
Hairless rats make social and friendly pets, with a very unique appearance. But unfortunately, the trait that makes hairless rats so appealing (a bald appearance) also places these rats at risk of developing skin problems. Cysts and skin infections are a very common problem among hairless rats as oils, dirt and dead skin cells accumulate and block pores and follicles. A blockage results, and skin oils and sebum back up below the skin’s surface.Fortunately, there are some fairly simple measures that pet owners can take to help manage and combat skin infections and cysts in hairless rats. Before handling a hairless rat, wash your hands using an anti-bacterial soap like Dial. Wash the rat’s skin using warm water and anti-bacterial soap like Dial once a week to remove dirt and excess oils. Apply warm, wet compresses to the skin twice a week to promote natural exfoliation and cyst-free skin. Many cysts and skin infections arise due to dirt on the rat’s skin, which does not have any protecti
