The main symptoms of heatstroke in hamsters include rapid breathing, increased body temperature, lethargy, convulsions, a wet chin and belly, loss of appetite, dull eyes, unconsciousness, lying still without moving, and so on. These symptoms usually occur in high-temperature and high-humidity environments where the heat inside the hamster's body can't be discharged normally, resulting in a disorder of the body's temperature regulation function.
Prevention and Treatment Measures
Environment Adjustment: Move the hamster to a cool and well-ventilated place, keep the environmental temperature around 25℃, and control the humidity below 75%.
Physical Cooling: Use normal saline mixed with glucose to give the hamster by gavage to help it quickly regain strength and prevent dehydration.
Seek Medical Attention Promptly: If the hamster shows severe heatstroke symptoms, such as convulsions or coma, it should be taken to a pet hospital for examination and treatment in a timely manner.
Nursing and Recovery Suggestions
Replenish Water and Strength: Replenish the hamster's water and strength by feeding it normal saline and glucose to prevent dehydration.
Avoid High-temperature Environments: In summer, try your best to avoid exposing the hamster to high-temperature environments. If necessary, you can use items like cooling sand to help lower the temperature.
Through the above measures, heatstroke in hamsters can be effectively prevented and treated to ensure the health and safety of hamsters.