Health & WellbeingI have a 1 year old male chinchilla. His feces has become much smaller than normal, and he seems bit lethargic. I'm worried he is suffering from bloat/constipation. He is still eating, drinking, peeing/pooping on his own. He will not eat critical
Thanks for reaching out about Zippy. If he is bloated, care needs to be taken on syringe feeding as to not force it. Treats and vegetable should be withheld, especially if fairly sugary (carrots, yams). Try offering water, as this could possibly soften minor blockages but if his condition worsens today or is not improved overnight, a veterinary visit is needed to assess and provide a diagnostic/treatment plan. Dental disease, metabolic disorders (liver, kidney), intestinal infections, parasites or blockages are all possible. Good luck.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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