Small Mammals Q&A 11

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A chinchilla has diarrhoea for several days after purchase from a pet store. There is now a rectal prolapse. These organisms, measuring 15 micrometres were found in zinc sulphate floatation of a faecal sample.

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What is this organism and is it causing the diarrhoea? Link to Article
How would you treat the chinchilla? Link to Article
Are there any zoonotic considerations? Link to Article


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