
Liver disease
Degus fed too much fat may get liver disease, which has similar symptoms to diabetes. It’s advisable to avoid feeding your degu fatty food such as sunflower seeds, peanuts and nuts. For further information, contact your vet.
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Degus fed too much fat may get liver disease, which has similar symptoms to diabetes. It’s advisable to avoid feeding your degu fatty food such as sunflower seeds, peanuts and nuts. For further information, contact your vet.