Health & WellbeingI think one of my baby Manx mice has wet tail. There is a horrible smell and she is quite skinny today. Her brother passed away a couple of days ago and they are also of weaning age. I can’t get to any pet store to buy wet tail treatment until tomorr
Thanks for reaching out an including a photo. At home for now, keeping the rectal area clean with a baby wipes or warm moistened wash clothes. Any fecal matter should be removed as soon as possible. Offering Pedialyte through a syringe, then wettened rodent pellets for calories. Diarrhea in rodents has many causes including bacteria and parasites. A visit to the veterinarian would be a better chance at least to perform a fecal exam for parasites. Store purchased products have a poorer prognosis for recovery that veterinary products and after a targeted diagnosis. Good luck.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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