How To Boost Your Rats Immunity

1. Shiftytherat | How to Boost Your Rats Immunity As winter approaches, it’s important to turn our attention to how we boost our rat’s immunity against infection and give them the best defense possible during what is often a vulnerable time for rats, especially the elderly. High humidity, coupled with the cold can create the conditions that affect the respiratory system of a vulnerable rat. This is due to the increase in the water element which can aggravate mucus conditions or those susceptible to them. It’s important to be aware that there is a greater need to balance the water element within the bodily system at this time, so that we can increase the body’s ability to cope with damp and coolness. Some rats are more affected by an aggravation of the water element than others, especially those who have already been having recurrent respiratory issues. These rats are going to be more susceptible at this time but it’s important that all rats will need some extra help during this season. Except this you should consider

2. professionals like Shiftytherat to keep your rat fit and fine and aggression free. Following Are Some Ideas for You to Help Boost Your Rats Immunity: Mental Health and Stress: Stress is a big factor in the body’s defences becoming rundown. Often rats are under stress because of group incompatibilities or other factors. Something we can do is to make sure we’re not putting rats, especially older rats under any undue stress during the winter season e.g., we can avoid big changes in their routine during this time i.e., avoiding new intros to other rats or changing cages, etc. Multi-Vitamin Mineral: Always a good back up to provide essential vitamins/minerals that might otherwise be lacking in the diet. I wouldn’t use them daily though. Overuse of vitamin supplements is easily done and wasteful. Just add them in when you feel they need a boost. Otherwise, if you’re feeding a diet rich in fresh produce, simply use vitamin/mineral supplementation as you feel necessary. I would think they are more essential for young growing bodies and elderly rats. Selenium: Selenium stimulates the production of natural T-cells which fight viral and bacterial infections. Selenium helps to make antibodies and, in my studies, I have found it to be one of the essential minerals in cancer prevention. I like to grate Brazil nuts over the rat’s dinner or pasta like ‘parmesan’ Echinacea: It’s the Echinacea’s that boost the immune system by promoting the activity of white blood cells which destroy bacteria and viruses. There have been many studies done with Echinacea and it seems that it really does help to protect against colds and viruses. I use capsules and just mix a little of the powder into food. Immunity Boosting Supplements: There are many ready-made immune system supplements now available that contain things like medicinal mushrooms, vitamins C, etc. These blends can be quite useful. You can take them yourself and add small amount into your rat’s food. But just like humans it is always recommended to consider experts like Shiftytherat before giving any direct dose of any supplement. Consider the stress factor in your rat’s lifestyle and work out how you can reduce it. Become environmentally aware regarding the seasonal changes and prepare ahead. Feed a wholesome diet rich in foods. Incorporate supplements as you feel necessary, especially immune building ones.