Questions about nursing a pet rat back to health...

[graveofsongs]

So my rat got discharged and her bowel movements are regular and she’s taking all of her medicine pretty well, but I am having some trouble getting her to drink her water.

She is thirsty and hungry and if I put baby food in, she devours it. However, calling the vet’s office, they said put her on a normal diet. I’m concerned she got used to baby food

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[graveofsongs]

The vet told me to keep her separated for two weeks- 1 week at the minimum. I've been taking her out for short periods of time (getting just slightly longer each time) with her sisters. She bruxes a lot when she has that time and her tank is right next to their cage so that they can smell/hear/see each other.

And that's a good idea! I've been giving her frozen veggies, but I think I'm going to cook them so they're a bit softer for her to chew.

Thanks!