Distributed in Hokkaido, Japan, it is a subspecies of the Japanese chipmunk that is distributed south of Honshu, Japan and is slightly larger in size. The fur color changes in summer and winter. In winter, the back is gray, the belly is white, and the ears have long hair; in summer, the whole body is a light reddish-brown color, and the ears do not have long hair. The feeding method is the same as that of the golden hamster. Due to its larger size, it requires a large and sturdy cage. It does not need to hibernate in winter and continues to be active.
Chinese name: 虾夷松鼠
Latin name: Patinopectensquirrel
Kingdom: Animalia
Distribution area: Hokkaido
Distributed in Hokkaido, Japan, it is a subspecies of the Japanese chipmunk that is distributed south of Honshu, Japan and is slightly larger in size. The fur color changes in summer and winter. In winter, the back is gray, the belly is white, and the ears have long hair; in summer, the entire body is a light reddish-brown, and the ears do not have long hair. The breeding method is the same as that of the golden hamster. Due to its larger size, it requires a large and sturdy cage. It does not hibernate in winter and remains active as usual.
Recommended for pet lovers, chipmunks are beautiful little animals, cute, well-behaved, and very likable. They have a delicate appearance, shiny eyes, agile body, and nimble limbs, very agile and alert. They often sit upright like people, using their front paws to feed themselves.
1. Long teeth
Long-term consumption of soft food causes the teeth to grow excessively long because they cannot be properly ground down. Overgrown teeth can cause damage to the oral cavity and affect food intake. In addition, it can also lead to gum decay and nasal inflammation. This will result in the teeth gradually becoming loose and falling out. As the teeth on one side fall out, the teeth on the other side require regular trimming surgery due to the lack of normal grinding. Early diagnosis enables early treatment.
2. Injuries caused by fighting
Chipmunks have a habit of attacking weaker members of the group. Chipmunks that appear healthy but are already seriously ill will be attacked by healthy chipmunks. If these attacked chipmunks are dissected, it will be discovered that they were already sick. In addition, weak chipmunks are also easily attacked. When chipmunks are found fighting, each chipmunk should be separated with a cage. Injured areas should be treated with antibiotics to prevent infection of the wounds; larger wounds should be surgically sutured. Due to the possibility of cannibalism, weak chipmunks should be isolated as early as possible.
3. Pneumonia
When under excessive pressure, excessively humid conditions, or poor air circulation, chipmunks are prone to pneumonia. Symptoms such as coughing, loss of appetite, and lethargy appear, followed by death. Human colds can also be transmitted to chipmunks, so special attention should be paid. Antibiotics can be taken for treatment.
4. Hypocalcemia
Female chipmunks before and after giving birth are prone to this condition. It is characterized by a decrease in the concentration of calcium in the blood, leading to symptoms such as muscle spasms, paralysis, and motor disorders. If calcium supplements are not administered promptly, there is a risk of death. Calcium supplements can be added to the diet of pregnant and lactating female chipmunks as a preventive measure. In addition, sunlight is also important.
5. Rickets
Chipmunks, like humans, can suffer from rickets. In addition to regular supplementation of calcium and active vitamin D, exposure to sunlight is essential. The use of artificial sun lamps is effective, but improper wavelengths of ultraviolet light can cause serious burns, so it is best to consult a hospital before use.
6. Urinary tract infection
Urinary tract infection can occur when the urethra is infected with bacteria. Male chipmunks may also experience difficulty urinating due to swelling of the penis. The pain caused during urination can result in painful cries. If these symptoms are observed, immediate urine testing should be done and appropriate antibiotics should be used for treatment.
7. Fractures
When chipmunks play indoors, they may suffer fractures due to improper jumping. Simple fractures can heal without surgery as long as the instructions of the hospital are followed. Chipmunks are not good with anesthesia, so it is best to avoid surgery. However, if the spinal bones are injured, the prognosis may not be good.
Siberian chipmunks are very small in size, primarily herbivorous, and can feed on seeds and nuts. They have a gentle, cute, obedient, lovable, hardworking, clean, intelligent, and agile temperament, and do not like to go into the water. Of course, the method of raising a pet chipmunk is simple, just pay attention to regular care to raise a pet chipmunk well.
When raising a pet chipmunk, it is important to provide it with a good living environment. The cage for raising chipmunks should not be too small, allowing them enough space for activities. Otherwise, the chipmunks may develop poorly due to lack of exercise. Furthermore, chipmunks are fed with nuts and have a habit of grinding their teeth, so the prepared food should have hard shells. This not only meets the dietary needs of the chipmunks but also satisfies their teeth grinding needs to prevent their teeth from growing excessively.
Chipmunks are beautiful little animals that are cute, obedient, and lovable. Although they sometimes like to catch birds, they do not eat them. Their common food includes almonds, hazelnuts, acorns, and chestnuts. Chipmunks have a beautiful face, sparkling eyes, a agile and agile body, and swift limbs. They are very alert. With a delicate little face, adorned with a beautiful tassel-like tail, they look especially beautiful. They always raise their tails, raising them up to their heads, and they rest under their tails. They often sit upright, just like people, using their front paws to feed themselves.
1. Every spring to summer is the season for squirrels to change their fur. The golden squirrel will have sparse fur and shed hair. The most obvious thing for the devil and the snowfield is the fur of the ears. Don't worry about this.
The problem caused by excessive shedding may be that the squirrel often licks and swallows it into the stomach, causing the feces to become stringy, making it difficult to defecate. At this time, you can give the squirrel some fur cream to eat.
Most fur creams have good palatability, and many squirrels like to eat them actively. You know how to get the fur cream.
Note: If the squirrel is shedding fur in its first year, it is still not recommended to use fur cream. Let it go naturally.
2. Yogurt dripping onto the mouth or belly or other places will also cause hair loss. The place where hair loss occurs will be powdery and very smooth. This is normal hair loss, and it will grow back after a while.
3. Having fun peeling off the skin. Some squirrels will pull off their own tail fur, which is a strange behavior. If you see it, stop it gently. It will be fine after a while, and it will grow back in winter.
4. Continue to have fun peeling off the skin. The hair loss next to the nose, the squirrel itself peels it off on the cage. Yes, you can wrap some cotton at the place where the squirrel peels to prevent it from peeling off. It will grow back after a while.
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