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Fluffagrams · 07-31-2021, 10:50 AM

If your hamster does have an infection, the most likely treatment that will be recommended is Baytril which is an antibiotic. Unfortunately I have been told that it tastes awful and given the reluctance of some of my hamsters to take it, I'd believe it!

Some vets will prescribe it to be given in the hamster's water and ideally you'll want to avoid this if you can and ask for the dosage to enable you to give the liquid as it is instead. That way you can always syringe it directly into your hamsters mouth, if your hamster is tolerant enough or you can add it to a small amount of baby food, homemade chicken broth or something similar that you know your hamster enjoys.

Hope your vet visit goes well.

07-31-2021, 10:50 AM
Fluffagrams Moderator Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Bath, UK Posts: 3,640	Re: Tips for vet trips/carriers If your hamster does have an infection, the most likely treatment that will be recommended is Baytril which is an antibiotic. Unfortunately I have been told that it tastes awful and given the reluctance of some of my hamsters to take it, I'd believe it! Some vets will prescribe it to be given in the hamster's water and ideally you'll want to avoid this if you can and ask for the dosage to enable you to give the liquid as it is instead. That way you can always syringe it directly into your hamsters mouth, if your hamster is tolerant enough or you can add it to a small amount of baby food, homemade chicken broth or something similar that you know your hamster enjoys. Hope your vet visit goes well.