victoria
Well-Known Member
After looking for one for a couple of weeks, I finally purchased a nebulizer that I think is appropriate for rats. I found two sites that had slightly different descriptions of the size of molecule dispersed, but both were within the .5-5 micron range recommended for rats, so I am hoping it will be good. (http://www.nebulizersforsale.com/John-B ... 2-110.html)
While I'm waiting for it to come, I have to get all my materials ready to make a chamber. I'm thinking of using a large, clear Rubbermaid tote and either cutting a hole in the side and feeding the hose through it (I have aquarium glue to seal around the hose) and drilling some holes for ventilation, or feeding the hose through the top and thus have the lid ajar to allow for ventilation.
For those of you that nebulize, does that sound like it would work? Is there anything I should keep in mind when making the chamber? (I'm already planning on getting a tote that is at least a foot high so the rats do not feel cramped.) I've also read that there are some people nebulize healthy rats on a regular basis (like once a month) to help them stay that way. Does anyone do this? Is there a risk of bacteria becoming antibiotic resistant because of it?
This is all pretty mew to me, so any advice or suggestions would be appreciated.
While I'm waiting for it to come, I have to get all my materials ready to make a chamber. I'm thinking of using a large, clear Rubbermaid tote and either cutting a hole in the side and feeding the hose through it (I have aquarium glue to seal around the hose) and drilling some holes for ventilation, or feeding the hose through the top and thus have the lid ajar to allow for ventilation.
For those of you that nebulize, does that sound like it would work? Is there anything I should keep in mind when making the chamber? (I'm already planning on getting a tote that is at least a foot high so the rats do not feel cramped.) I've also read that there are some people nebulize healthy rats on a regular basis (like once a month) to help them stay that way. Does anyone do this? Is there a risk of bacteria becoming antibiotic resistant because of it?
This is all pretty mew to me, so any advice or suggestions would be appreciated.