Hairless rat with dandruff?

[amt021]

My hairless dumbo rat seems to be peeling (like a human would with dandruff) on her feet and on her face and head. Anyone know what's going on? Thanks guys
-Ashton

[Michelle.C]

What are you feeding her? What bedding are you keeping her on? Is she staying hydrated enough? Have you checked her for mites?

I would take her to a veterinarian, personally. Skin problems can be an indicator of kidney problems, as well as other things.

[amt021]

shes on aspen bedding has a bottle of water at her disposal 24/7 and doesnt have mites that was the first thing i looked for. as far as food goes just typical rat food from petco. ill try to find a vet that will see rats in houston.

[iCandiBallPythons]

are you using any type of heating/lighting device?

[amt021]

no. no heating or lighting. she has a bean bag that we warm up for her since she has no hair to keep her warm

[frankykeno]

Found this link in Google for you (there were a lot there so I'd suggest checking more out for various ideas). Dry skin on these rats does seem to be a common and fairly easily addressed issue.

http://www.ehow.com/how_4531482_fix-...-dry-skin.html

[amt021]

UPDATE: checked brain earlier and her dry skin issue is doing much better thanks so much you guys!