Why do rats poop so much?

When I was a teenager, my sister got a pet chinchilla and I had a great deal of trouble picking her up because she pooped a lot. Anyone who has had a rodent, such as hamsters or guinea pigs, knows very well what I'm talking about. But have you ever wondered how such a tiny pet can produce so much shit?

Veterinarian Cynthia Alvarado explained the reasons for so much intestinal work: "Although they are small, mice require more food per gram of their weight when compared to larger mammals such as dogs, cats or humans." In addition, the plant-rich diet naturally causes more stools to be produced.

For undomesticated rats, poop and urine serve as a demarcation of territory. Digestive flow is also determined by the species of rat, its age, its sex, its level of activity and its diet. So understand that it is supernormal for your pet to do a lot of "number 2".

Now, if the feces found are from non-pet animals, you should be careful, as rats can transmit disease - especially feces and urine. That is, if you notice a trace of an unwelcome intruder, try to find a way to get rid of this pest as your health is at risk. And even for domesticated animals, it costs nothing to wash your hands after playing with them. Combined?

Eca: poop trail left by a mouse

* Posted on 03/06/2016