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How to prevent bamboo rats from biting, eating, and giving up?
**Breeding Techniques: How to Prevent Bamboo Rats from Biting, Eating, and Discarding Their Young**
*Updated: August 26, 2008 | 12:43 PM*
**Farming Tips: How to Prevent Bamboo Rats from Biting and Abandoning Their Offspring?**
Bamboo rats sometimes exhibit aggressive behavior toward their young, such as biting, eating, or abandoning them. This issue often occurs within the first 48 hours after birth. There are several possible reasons behind this behavior, and appropriate measures can be taken depending on the situation.
A. **Small Nipples and Low Milk Supply**: If the mother has small nipples and insufficient milk, the pups may struggle to feed, leading to agitation and aggression. To prevent this, select larger, healthy mothers with well-developed mammary glands.
B. **Unsuitable Temperature**: Extreme temperatures can stress the mother. Ensure the farrowing area is cool, dry, and well-ventilated. The ideal temperature range is between 8°C and 28°C. Avoid damp or humid conditions, especially in southern regions.
C. **Disturbance After Birth**: Loud noises or frequent human presence can scare the mother. Keep the environment quiet during the birthing period. Avoid touching the rat or using tools like sticks near her.
D. **Injury or Pain**: Injured mothers may become irritable and attack their young. Isolate pregnant rats to prevent fights, and treat any injuries promptly.
E. **Poor Ventilation in the Cage**: A dirty or poorly ventilated cage can cause stress. Regularly clean the area and remove waste and bedding immediately to maintain a healthy environment.
F. **Insufficient Nutrition**: Mothers need extra energy and fluids during pregnancy and lactation. Provide enough food, especially juicy feeds, to meet their nutritional and hydration needs.
G. **Lack of Minerals**: A deficiency in minerals can lead the mother to eat her young to compensate. Add bone meal, trace elements, and vitamins to the feed to ensure balanced nutrition.
H. **Human Interference During Nursing**: Disturbing the mother while she is nursing can trigger aggressive behavior. Avoid watching or handling the rat, especially at night.
I. **Excess Pups and Few Teats**: If the litter is too large, some pups may not get enough milk. Separate the excess pups and place them with other litters, ensuring the age difference is no more than three to five days. If this isn't possible, hand-feed the extra pups and keep them warm, especially in winter.
By following these steps, farmers can significantly reduce the risk of maternal aggression and improve the survival rate of bamboo rat offspring. Proper care, attention, and environmental control are key to successful breeding.