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Pathology of Small Mammal Pets: Diagnostic Frameworks and Clinical Insights for 2026

"Small mammal veterinary medicine has evolved significantly, shifting from rudimentary husbandry guidance to advanced diagnostic pathology. Veterinarians and veterinary pathologists handling companion exotic mammals—such as rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, hamsters, rats, and mice—face unique physiological challenges. Because these species are prey animals, they instinctively mask signs of illness until disease processes reach advanced stages. Consequently, post-mortem examinations, antemortem cytology, and histopathology serve as cornerstones for establishing definitive diagnoses and refining colony or individual management strategies. The land..."

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