Re: hybrid health issues
The main issues are diabetes and psychological problems. Unfortunately, there's not a lot that can be done for psychological issues but to limit the risk of diabetes you need to try and cut sugar out of their diets.
The only mix on the market that is sugar free is Silver's mixes. I would buy them in an instant if I had the money (the postage is quite high). I use the Burgess Dwarf Mix for my hybrid and she is fine on it. Try not to give them fruit or veg with natural sugars in them. Apple and carrot are two examples. Veg such as brocolli, cucumber and celery is a lot better (in small amounts.)
Signs to look out regarding diabetes:
- excessive drinking and weeing
- squinty eyes
- a hunched over position
- unusually smelly cage
- mood swings
- sleeping more than usual of a sudden
- excessive exercise
- sudden weight loss/gain
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