Urine scald is common in animals that tend to live in bedding such as pine shavings or hypoallergenic dust free shavings, etc. Urine scald happens because the animal’s bedding isn’t changed often enough and the animal ends up sitting in his own urine for long periods of time. The urine can then soak up through the fur and settle onto the skin. After a short time the urine will begin to scald or burn at the skin. It can be very painful for your hamster and requires vet treatment right away. You can help prevent urine scald by picking your hamster’s cage daily and cleaning the cage completely at least once a week if not more. Remove all wet spots and replace it with clean, fresh bedding. Typical treatment for urine scald calls for a prescription cream and possibly antibiotics from your veterinarians Fort Collins, CO.
