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Urine Is this pee color normal?

kjones7

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I had them for only the week and this is the second time see this. I did some research about it, but I just wanted to be sure about it before I take them to the vet.
 

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I had them for only the week and this is the second time see this. I did some research about it, but I just wanted to be sure about it before I take them to the vet.
You sound like a very watchful and caring owner. However, if there are no signs of abnormal urination, then a vet visit isn't required. As urine oxidizes, it tends to take on an orange hue.....which is what I see in the pics.

Keep in mind that someone will see your post and respond to it as this list moves fairly quickly. I just happened to check in about now.

Enjoy your babies!
 

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Looks pretty normal to me. All of my boys urine has oxidized a brownish colour, sometimes darker than others. Doesn't look to me like you have anything to worry about.
 

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What they said. Looks normal to me.
 

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The color may also change based on the veggies they eat. Red leaf lettuce and dandelion greens may result in a more brown-orange color that green lettuce.
 

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Looks pretty normal to me. :)
 

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