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| Subject | Date Asked |
| toby is shaking | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: My ferret, Toby is about a year and a couple months old, today he received his yearly shots and now ... A: Ferrets can have all sorts of reactions to shots, even if it is the exact same type given before ... | |
| sick ferret | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: We have a 14 month old hob ferret. Until recently he has been lively and active. For the last 2 ... A: These are all signs that your ferret is very sick and desperately needs medical attention. It would ... | |
| re ferret pregnancy | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: i have recently become a owner of two ferrets one female the other make they were both being sold ... A: Her cuddly behavior could be the pregnancy or the fact that she is getting used to you. It is ... | |
| dear | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: my ferret disapare we look all over tha house move all furniture we cant find her she is 4-5 months ... A: Have you found your ferret yet? Ferrets usually do not get too far, but without a source of water ... | |
| polecats | 8/23/2011 |
| Q: . oh please help me decide.. i have a brother and sister polecat both at 4 months old. i took them ... A: Spaying and neutering is a good idea for several reasons which I will discuss. It is best to get ... | |
| Ferret Tummy Ache | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I have already seen two vets specializing in ferret care to be as comprehensive as I can. I am ... A: Wow, you could not have better timing to ask me this question. My ferret is currently being treated ... | |
| swollen vulva | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: I got my ferrets from a home where they were neglected. The female when we got her had a growth on ... A: I think adrenal disease is the most likely cause since not much else can cause swelling of the vulva ... | |
| 3 yr old ferret losing hair and weight | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: Recently I noticed my 3 yr old ferret to be rather skinny. She's always been a little tiny, but ... A: This sounds like some of the typical symptoms of adrenal disease. It is best to bring your ferret ... | |
| my ferrets rectums are protruding | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I have two male ferrets. One is 2 and one is 3. Yesterday I used clumping litter in their cage not ... A: This is an excellent question! Thank you for asking. Have your kids been having an diarrhea? ... | |
| spinal injury | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: My three and a half month old ferret, Sosuke, has recently fallen off a second floor balcony on ... A: Sorry for the delayed response. Between moving cross country and a computer sent out for repairs I ... | |
| Skin condition? | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: My younger sister has a 4 1/2 year old ferret named Teddybear and just tonight I noticed a red patch ... A: My apologies for not replying sooner. My computer was out for repairs. Many many things can cause ... | |
| Sick 2 year old ferret | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: Cindy, I stumbled upon your name while searching possible explanations for my ferret's recent ... A: My apologies I could not respond sooner. My computer was out for repair. Has she had any ... | |
| ferret training | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: Now when i sent you my Email i forgot to ask you if you had any tips for me with regard to training ... A: Sorry for my belated reply. My computer was out for repairs and I was without internet. It is ... | |
| Young Scared Ferret | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: I purchased a new ferret about a month and a half ago. I have five ferrets already (3 females and 2 ... A: As you know, the establishment of the ferret pecking order is a pretty typical behavior, and it can ... | |
| ferret love | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: hi my name is john from england i had to have my lovely ferret snert put to sleep not long ago he ... A: influential words, John. Loosing a fuzzy "kid" is the toughest thing imaginable. I recently lost ... | |
| ferret behavior | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: My ferret Rob is about 4 years old. In the past few months he has developed a habit of ... A: While this is not a commonly seen problem in the ferret world, it is observed on occasion. The only ... | |
| hair loss/walking funny | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: When we met him the ferret had extreme hair loss on it's back and tail. the guy said it was because ... A: The hair loss pattern is VERY typical of adrenal disease, and the ferret is NOT normal if it is ... | |
| female albino ferret | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: she is off her food lost loads of weight, she has a red mouth sleepy eyes and lumps either side of ... A: Did he vet have any ideas what it might be? The only things that come to mind which are "on either ... | |
| Old Ferret PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE HELP! | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: please help me! I have a 7 yr old female ferret. In the past 6 hours i have noticed very vivid signs ... A: Those are all signs of a very sick ferret. She needs veterinary care and diagnostic tests right ... | |
| Ferrets chewing | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: We have 3 ferrets, recently losing a ferret and acquiring another. One of our older ones used to ... A: It sounds like him problem is entirely behavioral and related to the recent stress, but it wouldn't ... | |
| ferrets | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: what about raisin flavored ferret treats?? A: The most important thing is to look on the label. Like food, ferrets should have NO sugar in their ... | |
| Ferrets chewing | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: We have 3 ferrets, recently losing a ferret and acquiring another. One of our older ones used to ... A: Wow, I have not heard of his behavior in ferrets, but it is common in horses. Behaviors like this ... | |
| Neglected Ferret | 6/10/2011 |
| Q: I just recently adopted a ferret and the owners decided not to tell us that they had neglected her. ... A: Wow, Kalia.. you found the right person to ask! I have a LOT of experience with biters and I think ... | |
| ferret | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: I have had my two year old ferret since he was 7wks old i dont take him rabbitin he hasnt had his ... A: It sounds like this behavior is because he is an intact male and there are females around. Most ... | |
| ferrets sick | 5/10/2011 |
| Q: how can you tell if ur ferret is dying? She is 5 years old and is very week. She can't even get up ... A: Haley, Your ferret is very, very sick and will die if she doesn't have medical attention right ... | |
| ferret skin | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I've been at college and have just recently returned for summer break. While at school my brother ... A: I could be because it is shedding season. Do you see new fur growth poking through? Also the skin ... | |
| Ferret Post-Surgery Bruising (Pancreatic Insulinoma) | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: My ferret (Goliath AKA Bear) got recent surgery removing 3 insulinomas on his pancreas. Two of them ... A: It is normal for a ferret to be bruised like that after an invasive surgery. The incision looks ... | |
| Bloated ferret tummys =[ | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: I have three ferrets and two of them have bloated stomachs...one of them has always had one and the ... A: It certainly sounds like it is something genetic or environmental since more than one ferret is ... | |
| ferret skin | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I've been at college and have just recently returned for summer break. While at school my brother ... A: Sorry It took me awhile to respond, I've been neck deep in exams for the past few weeks. It is ... | |
| Sick ferret | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: I'm looking for a local vet in my area for my pet ferret. Southern CA Rancho Cucamonga. A: Although ferrets are not legal to own in California, veterinarians CAN treat them. Here are links ... | |
| Ferrets not eating | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: We had four ferrets who were ill at the end of last year. One of the seriously. They didn't eat and ... A: Ferrets are notoriously picky eaters, and once they have a taste of something good, they do not want ... | |
| Rainbow of Love | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: She is 3 years. She lives with her two big brother ferrets, which are both over twice her size. ... A: my apologies for not being able to reply sooner. All of my schoolwork has been bogging me down ... | |
| My ferret Nollie | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: i hope i have not given her too much. she could use her front legs and her neck before, but now ... A: I am so sorry to hear of Nollie's passing. You did the right thing to let her go. When something ... | |
| Ferret paralysis | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: i hope i have not given her too much. she could use her front legs and her neck before, but now ... A: The best thing to do is keep her hydrated and fed until you can get her to a vet. Whenever a pet ... | |
| Ferret is shaking | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: i hope i have not given her too much. she could use her front legs and her neck before, but now ... A: Is this in regards to Nollie, or are you a different Sara? Since I am not sure, I will start at the ... | |
| Nollie Improving | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I am so grateful for all the useful and probably life-saving information you have given me. Now my ... A: Oh that is great that she is defecating on her own and eating the duck soup. You are doing a very ... | |
| Ferret wont drink water | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: She is 3 years. She lives with her two big brother ferrets, which are both over twice her size. ... A: I am glad that he is eating. She will need more than ensure though since it does not have nearly ... | |
| My angel ferret Nollie | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: She is 3 years. She lives with her two big brother ferrets, which are both over twice her size. ... A: Yes, you will need to manually express her bladder if she is unable to do that herself. Wow, I am ... | |
| My angel ferret Nollie | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: She is 3 years. She lives with her two big brother ferrets, which are both over twice her size. ... A: Even if you must force feed her, she must eat. You can use a feeding syringe or eyedropper to feed ... | |
| Ferret laxative | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: What are the over counter laxative that i can buy at a store like Petsmarts, To help my ferret poop? ... A: First off, can your ferret defecate at all? If he has a blockage, no amount of laxative will help ... | |
| ferret and dauschund | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: i was told that a ferret would or could tear up a dauschund if they were to fight. is that true? A: What a good question! In all honesty, It would be much more likely that the dachshund would harm ... | |
| Re: My angel ferret Nollie | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: She is 3 years. She lives with her two big brother ferrets, which are both over twice her size. ... A: I'm glad I could be of help. The most important thing is to keep her clean and dry and make sure ... | |
| Hair loss around shoulders where harness is rubbing? | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: Murphy is about 7 months old, he is a rare case who doesn't like the company of others. I try to ... A: Just like dog collar and harnesses, your ferret's halter should not cause fur loss. My guess is he ... | |
| My angel ferret Nollie | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: She is 3 years. She lives with her two big brother ferrets, which are both over twice her size. ... A: I do have a question for you. Is she able to urinate and defecate normally or is she unable to ... | |
| Ferrets smells? | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: I am a complete ferret idiot. I married into a family with one female ferret about 1 to 2 years ... A: Ferrets do not have a bad smell in my opinion. There is a definite "musk" to them, but not a ... | |
| Sick ferret | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: I asked a question about flying the other day but now I have a bigger concern! Since yesterday she ... A: It is very hard to say what might be the problem. It is certainly a good thing she is eating, ... | |
| ferret weight loss | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: my ferret is about 2 years old and he is a little boy. in the past two months i have noticed him ... A: It is great that he is eating, drinking and maintaining a normal energy level, all of which are ... | |
| 12 week old hob bites no matter what. | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a 12 week old Hob who bites no matter what i try. Scruffing just makes him attack me more as ... A: My apologies for taking so long to respond. It has been crazy here and I wanted to write a thorough ... | |
| ferrets and food | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I have had Lily for about 6 months now (she was between 1.5 years and 2 years when I got her). At ... A: Ferrets are notorious for imprinting on specific brands of food and refusing to touch anything else. ... | |
| litter issues medical or psychological? | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: My youngest ferret, Buster, will not use the litter box regularly. She was born 3/05 and currently ... A: It is really hard to say if Buster's problems stems from a medical condition or stubbornness. Was ... | |
| baby ferret cries | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired a new baby for my family. Olive is just 8 weeks old and had no problems with her ... A: I bet olive is so cute! They are adorable at that age. First, the best thing to do would be to ... | |
| weak ferret | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: my ferret is still a baby cant remember how old but i think shes about 1 or 2 years now a few days ... A: Your ferret is very sick and needs veterinary attention now. Ferrets do not do well without eating ... | |
| Behavior question what could it signify? | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: My seven month old male ferret began acting unusual ... He seems disoriented when he is out of his ... A: It sounds like some sort of neurological problem, especially with the side-to-side movement of of ... | |
| Veterinary school - ferret specialty | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: this is Rachael again. I asked about the plants yesterday and what you thought could have hurt my ... A: I rarely ever get thanked. I am so glad your three are almost all better. That is great to hear! ... | |
| Poisonous outdoor plants. | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: Cindy. I had a question that's been spinning in my head since this past Sunday. I took my ferrets (I ... A: I am so sorry to hear about your poor ferret, and I am very glad the other three are getting better ... | |
| 7th grade speech class | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: 1. What should be in their cages? 2. When do you think ferrets are the most active? 3. Which is more ... A: I am pleased to help with your project. I have answered the questions below. I have also included ... | |
| roixe coughin and snezzin | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: 18 weeks old been caoughin and sneezin for about a aweek took to vet today and she said sounded fine ... A: Oh my. You really need to change vets. NEVER ever vaccinate a sick pet, which your vet SHOULD ... | |
| 5-6 year old ferret has gotten very thin and is vomiting often | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: I adopted my two ferrets together almost three years ago together. The older one, 5-6 yr male, has ... A: My apologies for taking a bit to respond. It has been a hectic weekend for me. The there are two ... | |
| Sick ferret | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a question about my ferret Rupert who is 4 1/2 years old and up until 2 weeks ago, had never ... A: I'm glad I could be of some help! The closest clinic would be a trip to either Virginia-Maryland ... | |
| Sick ferret | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a question about my ferret Rupert who is 4 1/2 years old and up until 2 weeks ago, had never ... A: Wow, this is a confusing case. I can explain what I know, but adrenal disease is the only thing ... | |
| sick ferret | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: My ferret, Sissy, is about 3 years old. Tuesday morning, I went into my laundry room to feed her and ... A: Besides keep her clean and warm, you may have to force feed her if she is still not eating. Ferrets ... | |
| pls answer urgently | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: my ferret(she is not an indoor cat) is young about 2-3 months and is not eating well somehow she is ... A: When you first went to your vet, was your ferret presenting with these problems at the time, or did ... | |
| pls answer urgently | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: my ferret(she is not an indoor cat) is young about 2-3 months and is not eating well somehow she is ... A: This is a very dire situation. The black stool means there is bleeding in her upper GI tract and ... | |
| Possible abcessed tooth, or something else? | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: Hey there! I got a new ferret a few months back and when I went to pick him up the people had taken ... A: Yes, there is a possibility that what you see may be a tumor. It is something that needs to be ... | |
| Possible abcessed tooth, or something else? | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: Hey there! I got a new ferret a few months back and when I went to pick him up the people had taken ... A: There are a few things it can be.. the two most common is a mass or abscess. Your vet would have to ... | |
| Noodle and Box | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help. I have two ferrets, Box and Noodle. Box is a sable but he is starting to grow ... A: I am having a bit of trouble understanding exactly what you are asking. Are you worried about ... | |
| Bump on butt | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I got our first ferret in early November. Her name is Lucy. We have only had her ... A: Are the bumps on her rectum or just near it? How big are they? Do they seem to itch or irritate ... | |
| New Ferrets | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: I have recently acquired 2 jills, about 10 months old. I was assured that they were friendly and ... A: My apologies for taking so long to respond. It has been crazy here and I wanted to write a thorough ... | |
| ferret diet | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: i have a 9 week old kit. i am reading a whole lot of online information about ferret diets. I have ... A: Bread with milk is NOT an appropriate diet and could do your ferret more harm than good. Your ... | |
| ferrets | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: hi i have a year old hob called harry and a 1 half year old hob called max harry did live with his ... A: I am sorry to hear about Bear's death. It must have been tough on Harry since ferrets form very ... | |
| ferret | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: my ferret was atacked by my datson and was injured on his back but seems to be doing ok as far as ... A: Even a small dog is a very large creature in comparison to a small ferret. There can be internal ... | |
| thick fur | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: why do some ferrets have thick coats and others have thin coats i have 3 ferrets 2 are very very ... A: There can be many reasons for different coats. It can even occur when the ferrets live in the same ... | |
| Housing.older ferrets | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 older ferrets that I need advice about. One ferret has a heart issue,one has adrenal ... A: I know exactly what you mean, and I agree that a single floor cage is best for elderly ferrets, ... | |
| My ferret is wobbling | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: I have two male ferrets both about nine years old, one is very healthy and has always been the ... A: Does he seem to be weak in his hind limbs only or all four? Is he eating normally? The "wobbling" ... | |
| ferret health | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: I have four ferrets. Two of them have been coughing, sneezing, and possibly labored breathing. Its ... A: If any of your ferrets are having labored or difficulty breathing have them seen by your vet ASAP. ... | |
| diet | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: Can my ferret have fruits or vegatables or any meats? He seems weak and I don't know what I can give ... A: Your ferret's diet is extremely important for good health. It concerns me that your ferret seems ... | |
| Sudden weight loss, lethargy | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: My little guy used to be a hyper little porky player. Then he started sleeping more. I suddenly ... A: It sounds like your ferret needs medical attention. This is not something that anyone can advise ... | |
| Gastointestinal ulcers? | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: Hey, my ferrets has become very ill. She refueses to eat, has lost a lot of weight, has become very ... A: Which gastro diet are you using? It is probably adequate, but in case you want a copy of what we ... | |
| Gastointestinal ulcers? | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: Hey, my ferrets has become very ill. She refueses to eat, has lost a lot of weight, has become very ... A: Melena, otherwise known as tarry black stool, is a sigh of upper GI bleeding. The blood from the ... | |
| Ferret Health | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: I have two ferrets a male and a female both are fixed and up to date on all vaccines. They were born ... A: Are the omega 3 and fatty acid supplements made specifically for ferrets? If not, I would not give ... | |
| Ferrets | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: i have a ferret and she is about 3 years old. i Have only had her for about 1 year though.... She ... A: Any ferret that is not eating much requires medical attention ASAP. Ferrets tend to get very sick ... | |
| Loss of bladder/anal tone + dragging hind legs | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: My General Maximus is six and a half. Right now, he's under the care of my mum and I'm a flight ... A: It is important that such things as hind limb paralysis are seen ASAP. There are many potential ... | |
| unusual ferret smell | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: i have recently bought my first ferret named freddie he is almost 6 months old. i live in the UK so ... A: Congratulations on the new ferret! You will have so much fun with him. They are such great little ... | |
| Ferret with asthma | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: My ferret, Dudley, is one of those very rare cases of a ferret with asthma. I can't find anything on ... A: Yes asthma is rare and unstudied in ferrets. The only thing I could find was from the message ... | |
| Travelling with your ferret | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: I was just wondering if you have any information or advice on travelling by plane with a ferret? i ... A: In general ferrets adapt to travel very well, although you would know best how well your ferret ... | |
| Ferret | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 ferrets Ramone and Trooper, i have had for a little over a year and a half. This morning i ... A: I'm sorry to hear this Becca, but Trooper needs to see a Vet ASAP. A ferret that is not wanting to ... | |
| 2 rescued brothers biting | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: we have 3 jills who we rescued 2 years ago, they was biters and are disabled,back legs are a ... A: It sounds like you are doing everything right and helps that you have experience (and success) with ... | |
| Harnes creating rash | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: My ferret Mayu(2 years old) started getting rashes from her "H" harness. I had to stop walking her ... A: Yes allergies in pets tend to present as skin problems. They can be itchy and even loose fur. It is ... | |
| can Prednisone cause hair loss?? | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: My male ferret was diagnosed with EGE (Eosiniphilic Gastroenteritis) at a young age. We are ... A: What an excellent question. I just took Endocrinology and learned all about the effects of long ... | |
| naughty ferret | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: i don't know if you remember but i recently wrote to you, asking you about my ferret squeak who has ... A: The most important thing is not the give up. If you return her to the store she will be euthanized ... | |
| new ferrets | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: me and partner have recently got 2 females 9-11 weeks old. we've had them a week. they aren't from ... A: I can see you really care about Squeak and Bubbles. Evo is a wonderful brand and I hope it stays ... | |
| new ferrets | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: me and partner have recently got 2 females 9-11 weeks old. we've had them a week. they aren't from ... A: Congratulations on the new additions to your family! At that age, your ferrets will need training ... | |
| Inner Ear Infection | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: My ferret was diagnosed with an inner ear infection. He was put on antibiotics and metacam however ... A: My apologies for taking a bit longer than normal to respond. It has been very busy at school and I ... | |
| Ferret Food and Weight | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: The diarreha cleared up within a day after I removed the new ferret from the cage. I'm introducing ... A: I'm not sure if his grinding has anything to do with his chipped tooth. Grinding is only a sign of ... | |
| my ferret is loosing his fur | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: 2 months ago him and his mate pippa escaped out of there cage in the night. sadly pippa was killed ... A: I am concerned of adrenal disease since it seems to be spreading up his tail and toward his back. ... | |
| playing ferrets | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: i just got a 7 week old ferret and do not know how to play with him, i let him out of his cage for ... A: They are adorable at that age! What did you name him? If possible, try to let him play a bit ... | |
| My Ferrets Poop | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: Well it just started happening last night but when I walked into my bedroom I had noticed my ferrets ... A: How does his poop look now? Has there been any changes? "oatmeal" or seedy stool means that it is ... | |
| Ferrett abrasion/ear bitten or scratched? | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: Our Ferret (Mischief) as an abrasion on the edge of her outer ear lobe - She either scratched it or ... A: Sorry for my belated reply, I was buried in a bunch of back to back exams. Poor Mischief.. I guess ... | |
| cough | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: My 6 month old ferret has an intermitent hacking cough, diminished appetite and little interest in ... A: Brenda, It seems like you are doing the right diagnostics to figure out what is wrong with your ... | |
| Ferret - Weak hind legs & less urination | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: Cindy, I've owned 9 ferrets over the past 15 years. I currently have a male fuzzy who's almost 4 ... A: I agree that it sounds like your ferret may be suffering from adrenal disease. Most, but not all ... | |
| diet | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: According to Amy Speller a Poultry based cat food might be better than a high quality ferret food. ... A: You have to be careful with supplements, especially oil soluble ones (as is the case with fish oil). ... | |
| diet | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: According to Amy Speller a Poultry based cat food might be better than a high quality ferret food. ... A: Nutrition is of the utmost importance for these guys. Ferrets have very short GI tracts and need ... | |
| Adrenal treatment what to do | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: My ferret frosty was recently diagnosed with a 1inch long adrenal tumor. The vet says it could be ... A: I imagine the diagnosis was made by ultrasound? That is an EXTREMELY large growth. Is it only one ... | |
| ferret breeds and behaviour | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: hey, i got an 11 week old hob called Oscar, i was wondering if you could tell me his breed or if hes ... A: What a cute little black sable!! Ferrets are not classified into breeds like cats and dogs, and ... | |
| Ferrets urine is dark. | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: My little gill is spayed and about a year old, her name is Kiera. She was found in a field and taken ... A: I am so sorry to hear about your little girl =( Ferrets tend to get ill very quickly and especially ... | |
| Limping Ferret | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I have had 2 ferrets for 2-3 years now. My one white ferret was acting different. He is not snuggly ... A: It is difficult to say if the leg is sprained or if he has another medical problem. It is unlikely ... | |
| Ferrets urine is dark. | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: My little gill is spayed and about a year old, her name is Kiera. She was found in a field and taken ... A: I use the same squeak tactic to find my ferrets when they sleep in strange places and I can't find ... | |
| Breathing problem? | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old ferret who just suddenly sounded like he has developed some sort of breathing ... A: With breathing problems, I always recommend a prompt trip to the vet ASAP to make sure it is not ... | |
| fleas n ferrets | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: ok so im confused..Ive been trying to read about flea control in ferrets but theres a ton of mixed ... A: This is an excellent question!! Not only do fleas carry nasty buggies such as tapeworms, but ... | |
| predisone for my ferret | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: For some time one of my ferrets, stello, now age 3 1/2 would do his fair share of flattening out ... A: Wow, what a tough time your kid is having. Poor guy! I am thinking that the low glucose ... | |
| Ferret won't play with my other one | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: my little guy Roo used to run around and play all the time with his brother Odin. They used to have ... A: Roo, what a cute name! It seems that he is still a bit shaken up by the move and needs a bit of ... | |
| Sick Ferret | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: We have two ferret boys, we have had them for less than a year but were told they were between 2-3 ... A: It sounds like you need to go to a vet that is a little more knowledgeable with ferrets. Symptoms ... | |
| sick ones | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: i have a ferret. her name is Fiona. we feel she has adrenal disease and i was looking for some ... A: My main concern is adrenal disease from the symptoms you describe. It can cause fur loss over the ... | |
| Ferret paralysis | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Petrauskas, I just read the question from Amanda, dated 06-14-10, about her female ferret ... A: It is important that such things as hind limb paralysis are seen ASAP. Most often it is caused by ... | |
| ferret stool | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: one of my ferrets passed a stool today that was clear and mucus like, he eats his mazuris food and ... A: I hope everything turned out with your little guy. Sorry it took me so long to respond, between ... | |
| Change in Ferret Behavior | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: I have two ferrets both just over one year old. Recently, one of them has stopped using the litter ... A: My guess would be the irritation causing the itching is bothering her. Any strange behavior ... | |
| Sore on my ferret | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I have two ferrets poppy and Luna both from the same litter. Poppy is spayed but Luna is not she has ... A: Are you planning to breed her? A female jill can get anemia if not bred when she is in season. ... | |
| skin sore, reddish orange skin | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: My ferret is 3 years old. A couple of months ago he got a skin sore and I thought it was just from ... A: Sorry for the delay. I have not been home much recently. One or two fleas can be very harmful to ... | |
| My ferret | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: Please help me I don't have the money to take him to the vet but he is eating cat food because I ... A: For something like blood in the stool he needs to be seen by a vet. I cannot offer medical advice, ... | |
| lethargic ferret | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: Our 4 yr old Snoopy has became lethargic today. I tried the karo syrup and he perked up, but it is a ... A: and thank you for your reply! There are so many of my answers that never receive a follow-up or a ... | |
| lethargic ferret | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: Our 4 yr old Snoopy has became lethargic today. I tried the karo syrup and he perked up, but it is a ... A: Lethargy is a common symptom for many medical conditions and it is impossible to pinpoint the ... | |
| Ferret's ears | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: My ferret's ears are constantly nasty. The gunk in his ears is like a dark brownish color and it's ... A: Ferrets produce a lot of reddish brown ear wax normally, and when they are infested with ear mites ... | |
| flea drops for ferrets | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 ferrets that have a few fleas...I've been giving them baths every couple of days. I ... A: Ferrets can certainly get fleas, and since they have a higher body temperature than cats and dogs, ... | |
| Bump on the noggin | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday,my ferret was fine. He looked clean,happy,like he always does..... Well, this morning when ... A: It's hard to say what it might be, but I do have a few questions that might help. Is it firm to the ... | |
| My Ferret | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: My ferret is a hyper ferret and never gets out of energy.He's 2 years old.I got him for Christmas in ... A: A new diet can produce all sorts of strange side effects. Some ferrets will have profuse ... | |
| Sick ferret | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: We have two 4 year old ferrets - one male / one female. They are caged but are able to run the ... A: It certainly seems you are doing everything in your power to figure out what is wrong with your ... | |
| Ferret chews | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: While some of my 5 ferts are happy to chow down on chicken necks and wings to clean their teeth, I ... A: Ferrets are not big chewers (unlike dogs) and it can be difficult to find a product they are willing ... | |
| bald spot | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: My ferret has a dime shaped bald spot and i was just curious if it meant anything was wrong. A: It is hard to say if the bald spot means anything. Sometimes ferrets itch and scratch for any ... | |
| ferret-illness | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: Hey, Thursday June 24 my little baby Toulouse climbed up my dresser and got some of my ibuprofin ... A: It is unfortunate how ferrets get into everything. I would recommend you continue to monitor her ... | |
| keeping ferrets cool | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: We have a baby ferret and its about six months old give or take and we live in Arizona and the ... A: Yes, ferrets can suffer from heat exhaustion/stroke at 80 degrees. They are cold-weather animals ... | |
| Ferret teeth removal | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: Recently our boy, Bob broke an upper canine. Our vet removed the remaining root, and the other upper ... A: Sarah, Wow, this is the first time I have ever heard of this. I have not needed to have any of my ... | |
| my ferrey makes noices that sound like a crying dog. | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: sometimes my ferret, crash, makes crying noices (sounds like a dog crying) and his stomach starts to ... A: Does it only happen when he sleeps? If so, he is probably dreaming. Just like other animals, ... | |
| My Ferret Noodle & Partial Leg Paralysis | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I'm concerned about my sweet little female ferret Noodle. I awoke Tuesday morning when i let her out ... A: Sorry for my late response, I have been on vacation. Has she shown any sign of improvement? I ... | |
| My Ferret Noodle & Partial Leg Paralysis | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I'm concerned about my sweet little female ferret Noodle. I awoke Tuesday morning when i let her out ... A: I'm so sorry to hear this has happened to your little girl. You did the right thing to bring her to ... | |
| question about ferret boarding | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I recently moved to Albuquerque, NM with my pet ferret. My family and I are going on a week long ... A: Wow, I'm jealous! Albuquerque is beautiful. I was just there myself not long ago. Definately check ... | |
| ferret friends | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: My friend has just got 3 ferrets that have pasted from owner to owner for a wile. 2 boys and one ... A: Ferrets can get very attached to their owners and ferret buddies. It is not unheard of for one to ... | |
| chin-rubbing and ear cleaning | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I have two male ferrets (neutered) that are about 2 or 3 years old. Recently I've noticed that ... A: It sounds like they are wiping their faces off after the treats. Especially with ferret-vite, which ... | |
| expressing urine from ferret | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: Our 3 year old ferret got his tail crushed by a hand weight. He had it removed surgically almost 2 ... A: The poor guy! Ferrets are very accident-prone because of their insatiable curiosity. It is ... | |
| Ferret Food & Litter | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: -) I am a future first ferret owner and I've done tons and tons of research but I can't seem to ... A: Nutrition is of the utmost importance for these guys. As long as you are feeding high quality ... | |
| ferret having trouble breathing | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: hello i have had my ferret for about 5 years now and she has very suddenly started having troubel ... A: Kyle, Your ferret is very sick and needs to see a vet immediately. I hope you realize by now this ... | |
| Ferret food! | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 (aprox) 3 year old ferrets, both rescues from seperate homes, but after almost 2 & a half ... A: Nutrition is of the utmost importance for these guys. It looks like the brand you have them on is ... | |
| RootBeer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: hi my Ferret may have sipped some RootBeer or just smelled it will he be ok A: A very small amount should be fine, as long as he stays away from sugary things in the future. If ... | |
| Swollen anus | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I would appreciate your thoughts on one of my fuzzbutts. Cookie is a spayed 4yr old female and I ... A: You are so welcome! I had the feeling you might be from the UK, but couldn't be certain. I'm so ... | |
| lost | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: My ferret got outside through a open door left open by kids. My question...Its been over 24 hours ... A: I'm SO glad someone found him! For now it is best to let him rest. He had a crazy few days and ... | |
| lost | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: My ferret got outside through a open door left open by kids. My question...Its been over 24 hours ... A: I'm sorry to hear your ferret is lost. They are EXTREMELY curious and sometimes an open door is too ... | |
| Black Toes and Hobbling | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: my ferret Kody is a brown ferret, but I just got home today to see that her toes were black. I ... A: Sorry for my delayed reply, I am in the middle of a rather intense barrage of final exams. I'm ... | |
| my ferret is gaining alot of weight | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: we got our ferret about 2 months ago, she was skinny then but not underweight. about a month ago we ... A: Sorry for my delayed reply, I have been frantically studying for exams all week wanted to answer ... | |
| He behaves weak... | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: .. I was playing with my Ferret earlier, Cujo... And he was acting really... Weak. He'll stop at ... A: You as the owner know your ferret better than anyone, and if you think something is wrong with him ... | |
| Black Toes and Hobbling | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: my ferret Kody is a brown ferret, but I just got home today to see that her toes were black. I ... A: Honestly this has me stumped. At first I thought there might be a lack of blood flow or something ... | |
| Diarrhea | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a total of four ferrets. We bought 2 females back in September who are now a year old. We ... A: Those guys must be a lot of fun! Somehow it's impossible to only have one ferret. Prolonged ... | |
| Adrenal Disease Info | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I see she is on vacation and hope you can help us, since our time is running short for an answer. ... A: I am so sorry that your ferret has adrenal disease. One of my kids has it too, but my vet did an ... | |
| Adrenal Disease Cost and Care | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a wonderful little 2yr old ferret named Bonnie who I took into the emergency vet but the vet ... A: Vulvar welling is a side effect of high estrogen levels that induce a "false heat" in some females. ... | |
| sick ferret | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: i woke up to notice that my 7-8 year old ferret is very listless and his back legs are totally not ... A: Your ferret is very sick and needs to see a vet immediately. I hope you realize by now this is a ... | |
| Evo ferret food | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: I will soon be switching my ferrets to Evo ferret food. I've read it's a very high protein food and ... A: You will notice a drastic improvement in coat condition and health with a better quality diet. I ... | |
| Unfair Vets | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: My Ferret Toby is about 9 months old and he is about to die. I think he has swallowed something. I ... A: Toby's situation horrible, but not uncommon. Ferrets are considered an "exotic pet" and most ... | |
| Hair loss on the tip of his tail | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a question about my ferret. He is a year and a half now and recently I noticed he has a hair ... A: I hear there is a desperate need for more veterinarians in Australia. I fell in love with the ... | |
| ferret | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: Why is my ferret scooting her butt& how do we stop it? A: Ferrets and other pets "scoot" due one or more reasons. 1. They scoot after going to the ... | |
| Hair loss on the tip of his tail | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a question about my ferret. He is a year and a half now and recently I noticed he has a hair ... A: Hair loss on the the tail in ferrets is very typical of adrenal disease. I have a bit of experience ... | |
| Litter training | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: Greetings, My husband and I recently adopted 2 ferrets. They are so sweet and fun and we just love ... A: Oh boy, litter training can be a nightmare. It is one of the topics we see most on this site. The ... | |
| ferret toileting | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: My ferret is male, 4ish year old, growing a few grey hairs with age I guess. He has always been ... A: A four year old ferret is not expremely old, since they usually live to be 6-10. As they age, ... | |
| Ferrets new buddy | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: We decided to purchase a new friend for my ferret(Dexter)so he can have a buddy to play with. So we ... A: Congratulations on the new addition to the family. They are cute at that age. Ferrets are ... | |
| Lymphoma | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: Cindy - I e-mailed you previously about my ferret, Felix, who has lymphoma. I am also wondering what ... A: I have looked everywhere for information on VIN (Veterinary Information Network)and the online ... | |
| Ferret Cardiomyopathy or Arrythmia? | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old ferret called Astro. Recently, I noticed that he started coughing so I took him ... A: First I will summarize cardiomyopathy, even though you probably know plenty about it from your ... | |
| weight lose | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: good morning please can you help our ferret churchill is losing weight fast, he was eating very well ... A: A ferret that has not eaten or defecated in more than a day is a dire situation. They nutrition ... | |
| Bird-seed like poop. | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a question about my ferret's poop. Lately this week he's been having "bird-seed like" poop. ... A: It sounds like this problem is diet-related. Switching brands of food can cause all sorts of GI and ... | |
| Changing Ferret food | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have had little luck with changing my ferrets food. I am trying to switch their Shepard & ... A: I'm glad I could help! Have you looked for Core Wellness feline? It is in nearly every pet store ... | |
| Changing Ferret food | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I have had little luck with changing my ferrets food. I am trying to switch their Shepard & ... A: It is great that you are changing to a better diet! Thank you for doing your research. You will ... | |
| Bloody Stools | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I have recently took on the adventures of having a few ferrets and from the start everything was ... A: Assuming the reddish color is not diet related, there are two types of bloody stool; one from the ... | |
| ferret swollen all over | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: i accidentally left the cage unlocked and the ferret was loose in my garage all night. because he ... A: It is good that you found him! They cannot last very long without nutrients and water and can loose ... | |
| One sick ferret & litter-box woes with the other | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: My male ferret was recently diagnosed with lymphoma :(. The vet put him on prednisolone & carafate. ... A: I'll divide this into two parts, since it might get confusing otherwise. Lymphoma: I am so sorry ... | |
| ferret vomiting | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: i got my first ferret(twilight) dec27,09 he is bout 5 mts old now, everything fine with him,got ... A: Vomiting for extended periods of time can be dangerous for several reasons. First, ferrets need to ... | |
| cancers, conditions | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: i recently got a ferret and i love her to death but I've been online and have been reading about how ... A: While it is true that many ferrets suffer various forms of cancer, plenty do live to a ripe old age. ... | |
| insulinoma | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I know you are not supposed to give sugar to a ferret with insulinoma, but some sites say it's okay ... A: This is important. You should not give anything sugary to a ferret, especially one with insulinoma. ... | |
| Duk Soup and Vetasyl | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I finally got some Vetasyl through the post (i live in the UK) and have started trying to give my ... A: Twice to three times daily should be fine. Just give him as much as he will eat. Leave him his ... | |
| Sores | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: When I picked up my latest ferret from the animal shelter, I noticed she had a small patch of ... A: I agree, and if it is still having difficulty healing you should bring her back for a recheck. ... | |
| ferret lymph nodes | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a male ferret that will be 2yrs old in May and recently I found a round squishy ball-like ... A: Those sound like enlarged lymph nodes. These are located throughout the body including in the ... | |
| My ferrets are really thin. | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I have two female ferrets, and lately I haven't been giving them as much time outside the cage ... A: Ferrets, like any pets, can show symptoms of depression and stress by refusing food or aquiring ... | |
| My ferret draws blood! | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 ferrets who are complete chalk and cheese. The older of the 2 i have had since she was ... A: A 6 mo. old ferret is still young, and it is not too late to break the bad habit. Nipping is natural ... | |
| Duk Soup and Vetasyl | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I finally got some Vetasyl through the post (i live in the UK) and have started trying to give my ... A: While most ferrets love the vetsyl, not all of them enjoy the mixture. Most of this is because some ... | |
| ferrets rashes | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: One of my ferrets gets red rashes and looses fur at these sites, usually on his lower belly area and ... A: Sorry this answer is a bit delayed. It was a lot to type and school kept me extremely busy until ... | |
| Ferret Bald spot | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: i adopted a ferret last year wonderful little girl she is, just latley ive noticed shes got a bald ... A: Is there any other places of hair loss? Have you noticed any fleas on your pets? Is she itching or ... | |
| I got a new ferret | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: im not sure how o introduce my older ferrett to my new younger fetrret A: Congratulations on your new ferret! Some will get along right away and be best of buddies. Other ... | |
| bladder issues | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: My f ferret has been getting fatter by the day.just thought she might be board and eating more.well ... A: It is good that you bright her to a vet right away. It is always better to be safe and have a ... | |
| What is wrong with my ferret? | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: Our ferret suddenly became very lethargic, would not eat or drink and has not gone to the bathroom ... A: Your ferret is very sick and needs to see a vet ASAP. I am certain she is very dehydrated and needs ... | |
| Ferret Poop | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: This is a strange question, but I was wondering if you could describe the size and consistency of ... A: I am glad my reply is helpful =D That is what we are here for. The lymph nodes can vary from ... | |
| Fat boy with lumpy neck | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: My 9 month old boy Odin seems to have put on a lot of weight receintly, an has two lumps either side ... A: I hope it is nothing more than a reaction to the anesthesia. Three ferrets are always more fun! ... | |
| Ferret and Feeding | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I have tried many different ferret foods and my ferret does not like any of them. She prefers my ... A: I am so glad you finally found a food she likes! I outline quite a few good ferret brands in the ... | |
| Fat boy with lumpy neck | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: My 9 month old boy Odin seems to have put on a lot of weight receintly, an has two lumps either side ... A: Those sound like enlarged lymph nodes. These are located throughout the body, but are most ... | |
| Ferret Poop | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: This is a strange question, but I was wondering if you could describe the size and consistency of ... A: It is great that an obstruction can be ruled out! Obstructions are expensive to remove, although ECE ... | |
| Ferrets Food | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: My names becc from australia. My beautiful little girl Ellie just gave birth to her first litter! ... A: Congradulations on Ellie's first litter! That is wonderful that she is doing so well. A high ... | |
| Ferret Poop | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: This is a strange question, but I was wondering if you could describe the size and consistency of ... A: That is not a strange question at all. Each ferret's stool will look differently, depending on how ... | |
| cat lax | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: Happy Thanksgiving! my question is how much cat lax can i give my ferret's and how often? A: I hope your Thanksgiving is going well! You can use cat lax to help prevent hairballs in ferrets. ... | |
| itchy RED skin on my ferret | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: i hope you can help me, i have three ferrets, but ive noticed on my one ferret Mr. Waffles that he ... A: Itchy skin can be caused by all sorts of things. Allergies, fleas/mites, and adrenal gland disease ... | |
| my gidget has been sick | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: on nov 10th I noticed my 22 month old ferret was having a problem pooping. I took her to the vet ... A: It seems that further testing needs to be done to find out what is wrong with poor Gidget. Her ... | |
| Ferret and Feeding | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I have tried many different ferret foods and my ferret does not like any of them. She prefers my ... A: Nutrition is VERY important to ferrets, especially since a poor diet can cause all sorts of health ... | |
| Sudden Biting | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I've recently started having problems (well one problem, a very painful problem!!) with my ferret. ... A: It sounds like your little guy is showing some sexual aggression. Since he has not been neutered, ... | |
| please help, same bruising & bedwetting | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: my ferret just got sick within the past couple days. i couldn't find her for a day, the next day ... A: The owner of the ferret with the bruising never gave me an update, so I am not sure how that turned ... | |
| Hairloss around shoulders? | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a male ferret who I've noticed has thinning hair by his shoulders and on his tummy. It's ... A: Adrenal disease is a possibility. It manifests itself in different ways. Some ferrets become ... | |
| my ferret is very skinny and has almost no hair please help | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: my ferret has been losing hair and getting skinner, at first it wasnt that bad, but recently he's ... A: While there can be MANY causes for weight and hair loss, the most common condition in ferrets is ... | |
| snezzing, and sleeping all the time | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: my ferret is a girl we have had her for little under a year and now after her being hyper for all ... A: It is very likely that your ferret contracted an upper respiratory infection. They can get certain ... | |
| Wheezing Ferret | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: Yesterday I noticed that my ferret Weezy was coughing a little. Then in the night I noticed how it ... A: You are doing the appropriate thing to watch her closely. If her breathing gets any worse, she ... | |
| Ferret colors | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I have just adopted a new furry friend! I've named him mitch he's a 5-6 month old lil gent and he's ... A: Congradulations on your new addition to your family! He's a cutie =D Colors are difficult to ... | |
| feeding ferrets | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: I ran out of ferret food and can't get out till morning is there something I can give her for the ... A: Since it will be difficult to obtain ferret food tonight, I recommend offering the best quality food ... | |
| Ferrets Size | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: just curious what the normal size like weight & length of about a year or 2yr old female ferret ... A: I create a mixture of three of the brands since no one particular is perfect. My current diet is a ... | |
| Ferrets Size | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: just curious what the normal size like weight & length of about a year or 2yr old female ferret ... A: Ferrets are a sexually dimorphic species which means that males tend to be much larger than the ... | |
| New Pet | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I've been considering getting a pet ferret. I currently have a rat, Aspen, but she is almost 3 and a ... A: Many people go to school or have full time jobs and still have time to offer their pets. For ... | |
| ferret ear problems | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a ferret named Sadie who is about 7 months old. She recently has started waking herself up ... A: Ear scratching can be caused by any number of things. It was good that you took her to your vet and ... | |
| New Pet | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I've been considering getting a pet ferret. I currently have a rat, Aspen, but she is almost 3 and a ... A: Ferrets make wonderful pets for the right person. A responsible person is capable of owning and ... | |
| five month old lily shaking | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I am the proud owner of a silver mitt fuzzball by the name of lily. My baby seem's to be healthy, ... A: I have a certain affinity for silver mitts myself. They are beautiful! If you look in my prfile, ... | |
| Normal Behavior breathing problems | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: my ferret boo who we adopted 2weeks ago and is about 10months old is eating drinking and playing but ... A: The first thing you should do when adopting a pet is bring her for a checkup. Not only is this to ... | |
| sick and hiding her head | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: i hope you can help..my ferret spent the night vomiting and then when i put her in her pen she ... A: My ferret hides her head whenever she is nauseous too. Since your kid spent the night vomiting, she ... | |
| Mixing vetasyl and jim's sop | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I am going to use the easy and uncle Jim's soup mix to treat my ferrets for hairballs. My question ... A: Vetasyl is an excellent way to help prevent hairballs in ferrets. You want the 500 mg capsules which ... | |
| ferret odor elimination | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I am considering renting an apartment to a couple that have 6 ferrets. They are very good about the ... A: I'm surprised that you are the first land lord to ask me this question. It depends on you, the ... | |
| comment... | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: Please tell Miss Jacqie that my question was NOT a homework question. I'm 41! That was a very rude ... A: That is an excellent question, but I can see why it might be difficult to answer without access to ... | |
| May be ferret illness . . | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: I rescued a ferret from a very rather disturbing home , it was dirty and she wasn't well taken care ... A: A ferret that has lost a lot of weight and is falling on her face needs to see the vet ASAP. It ... | |
| comment... | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: Please tell Miss Jacqie that my question was NOT a homework question. I'm 41! That was a very rude ... A: I am sorry you had a bad experience with Jacquie. She is one of the most knowledgeable and in my ... | |
| about my ferret Bling Bling | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: why do he intake some of his urine he's 3yrs old A: Poor Bling Bling. I know how stressful it is to see your kid doing something strange like that! I ... | |
| ferrret.....is it Play...or problem | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: We love our Ferret....well I knew my girls would.....I thought for sure the smelly lil thing would ... A: Ferrets are great pets, and she sounds like a lot of fun! I bet she gets into everything =D The ... | |
| Ferret Smell | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: I am not a ferret owner yet, but have been doing my research before pursuing getting one. The ... A: Ferrets make wonderful pets for someone who has the time for them. I am a graduate student now, and ... | |
| fleas on ferrets | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: i was just wondering what you use as a monthly flea control. I was told not to use frontline, which ... A: This is an excellent question!! Not only do fleas carry nasty buggies such as tapeworms, but ... | |
| ferret illness | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I wonder if you could help me. I have 3 ferrets, Jeremy is approx 6 yrs old. He has recently started ... A: Insulinoma was the first thing to come to mind, especially if he seems dazed or confused before the ... | |
| Serious Biting | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 ferrets, 1 girl and 2 boys. About a month ago we adopted the third, an 8 month old male, ... A: It is nice to hear from you! It is possible he was not held much and does not understand he is ... | |
| ferrets | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: What can happen to ferrets by shampooing them with human shampoo? can they die or get any type of ... A: Human shampoo often contains ingredients that can cause skin and eye irritation to the ferrets. It ... | |
| 2 male littermates living together | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: i was thinking of buying 2 un neutered hobs that are littermates and need to know if they will get ... A: Two un-neutered male ferrets are VERY unlikely to get along, even if they are litter mates. As they ... | |
| Ferret food | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: This is really not a question, but I was concerned, about a suggestion on foods for ferrets that I ... A: I completely agree. Byproducts are empty calories and contain minimal nutritional value. Wysong ... | |
| Switching Ferret Foods | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I have two older female ferrets, eight and five years old, who have been raised on Marshall Ferret ... A: YES, diet is the #1 most important thing for an owner to be aware of. Poor nutrition can cause all ... | |
| redness | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: About a week ago i got a ferret and i searched about caring for ferrets and hygine and they said ... A: I do have several questions that might help. First, how old is he? I am guessing he is rather ... | |
| diarrhea | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I recently adopted two ferrets from a pet store that had been placed in a dumpster. they were in a ... A: I read your name wrong! Sorry!) I bet your new ferrets are adorable!! What did you name them? I ... | |
| adrenal disease | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a four year old female ferret that will probably need another surgery for adrenal disease, ... A: Ah, thank you for the clarification! That helped immensely =) The gland itself cannot grow back. ... | |
| adrenal disease | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a four year old female ferret that will probably need another surgery for adrenal disease, ... A: I am so sorry to hear your ferret has adrenal disease. My question is... why does she need a third ... | |
| I think my ferret is to thin? | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: I think my ferret is to thin. It feels like u can feel every bone when u pick him up and feels like ... A: My ferret did the exact same thing when he was neutered at 8 months of age. He dropped from a 4 lb ... | |
| ferret and new puppy | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: .i have a male ferret that is six months old I've had him for about three months..my husband just ... A: Congrats on the new puppy! They are so cute at that age =D Animals are pretty accepting of others ... | |
| Age | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I have recently adopted my ferrets about 6 months ago, they didn't tell me how old they were and was ... A: Congrats on the new additions to your family! More ferrets means more fun! It is very difficult to ... | |
| Ferret with heart disease | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: My ferret (Tubbs) was diagnosed with heart disease... From the sonogram (Sorry, not sure of the ... A: Poor Tubbs! (What a great name by the way). It is a good thing you had an ultrasound down... that ... | |
| diarrhea | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: ok i have a 3 1/2 month old ferret. named weezy, she weighs in at 1 lb 2 oz. when i very first took ... A: Strongid is a very common dewormer that clears out most parasites. I am doubtful that would have ... | |
| few questions | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: First off how long do ferrets live? And as for their diet, weve been feeding them dry food and dry ... A: It is very important to know about the critters you offer for sale. Ferrets live between 6-10 ... | |
| Ferret adrenal | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: My male ferret is 6 yrs old. His symptoms are complete baldness around the neck/shoulders & leading ... A: Those sound like classic symptoms of adrenal disease to me. If you are concerned that your ... | |
| lupron | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: My 5 year old ferret is taking orbax 5.7mg, for a severe infection. He is over due for his lupron ... A: This is a question to ask your veterinarian. Lupron is generally a well tolerated drug, but the ... | |
| Elderly ferret | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: I rescued an older ferret named Booger this time last year from my neighbors. They said that they ... A: Poor Booger. It seems like she has gone through a lot. Since she has been sickly most of her life, ... | |
| open sore on back | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: our ferret has a open sore on its back. it is smaller than a dime. has a small black spot. light ... A: Open wounds or sores need to be treated by your veterinarian. Even a small puncture can quickly ... | |
| bathroom - poop | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: My 2 ferrets are acting completely normal.....they play and act always.they eat and drink.normally. ... A: Both are still acting normally? They are eating, drinking and urinating? Are you sure they are not ... | |
| ferret, redness just above eye | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I have had ferrets for about 5 years now. My oldest Miso woke up two days ago with a redness just ... A: It sounds like this could be a mild allergic reaction, or perhaps your he was bitten by another who ... | |
| My Ferret Is Dying i dont know why | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I have had my ferrets for about 7 years now and i bought 1 of them that was 2-3 years old. the other ... A: The symptoms you are describing do not sound good. He needs to be seen by your vet ASAP. The ... | |
| Ferret death | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: My ferret (Zoe) just died from cancer and my other ferret (Abi) is with out her cage mate now, My ... A: I am so sorry to hear about the loss of little Zoe. Both you and Abi must miss her very much =( ... | |
| Side effects of Lupron | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a male ferret, Pooh, about 7 years old. I've had for 5 years and he wandered into our ... A: Poor Pooh! I am so sorry to hear... Adrenal is a horibble disease that affects thousands of ... | |
| picky eater | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: my ferret is a BIG picky eater. how do i get her use to eating a new brand of food? and is Marshall ... A: Some ferrets are very, VERY picky about what they eat. Imprinting on a certain type of food happens ... | |
| my ferrett has worms | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: please help i just noticed today that my 2 ferrets have worms in their cage i believe that they are ... A: To treat ANY form of parasite, your ferret will HAVE to see a vet. There are NO over the counter ... | |
| Male ferret rough behavior | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: we have a female ferret and they get along fine. My question is with the two males, when we first ... A: Congratulations on the new additions to the family! I agree, although adopting a ferret is ... | |
| ferret with lump on side of neck | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I just read about a ferret with a hard lump on the bottom of his neck. My ferret rapidly developed ... A: Your poor girl! It is unfortunate how quickly some of these lumps arise. One day she is fine, and ... | |
| Introducing Ferrets | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have to neutered females, approx 9-10 months old. One I have had from eight weeks old and we have ... A: Congratulations on the new addition to the family! I agree, although adopting a ferret is WONDERFUL ... | |
| Vomit | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I have owned quite a few ferrets but this is a new one to me. I have 2 ferrets currently and both ... A: I would not be concerned if your ferret vomited once and is acting normally. Sometimes a pet eats ... | |
| Ferret with possible allergies | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a male ferret (3 years old this dec) who has developed a rash (missing hair in these areas ... A: Allergies do occur in ferrets, just as cats, dogs and people! Often the cause is difficult to ... | |
| Ferret stressed? | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I had 3 males, and we were looking to add a few more to the group. We brought home 2 girls, but the ... A: It is not surprising that Dean is showing signs of stress. Ferrets are social animals, but as they ... | |
| Overweight Ferret | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a male ferret.He is 1 years old.He is kind of fat.He eats to much and he eats so much I have ... A: It sounds like your vet is not very well versed with ferrets. Diets are NOT a good idea, and I ... | |
| ferret | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: i bought a ferret from the pet store last night and it goes to the batrhroom frequently i know every ... A: I bet your new ferret is adorable!! They are always so cute when they are young :) What did you ... | |
| Lump, Bump. Under neck. | 5/7/2009 |
| Q: I bought 2 ferrets a year and a half ago. They have never been sick and have never gone to the vet ... A: The poor kid! It is odd something like that would develp so suddenly. If it were an abscess it ... | |
| hairballs | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: can you tell me something that isn't full of sugar that i can give my ferret in the UK for ... A: I am not sure of any places sell Vetsyl in the UK. You can try Petmeds.com and see if they ship ... | |
| older sick ferret | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I'm wanting some advice on an older sick ferret I have named Rex. Sorry in advance for the LONG ... A: Poor Rex! He sounds like such a sweet-heart! You are certainly doing a lot to help him, especially ... | |
| ferrets and hiccups | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: Just a quick (probably stupid) question. Do ferrets get hiccups? My boys were playing and I noticed ... A: No question is a stupid one! Never be ashamed for asking =) Ferrets can get hiccups. It is a ... | |
| hairballs | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: can you tell me something that isn't full of sugar that i can give my ferret in the UK for ... A: Ferrets can get intestinal obstructions from hairballs although it is rare. To be safe, it is best ... | |
| Ferret Hurt Foot | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: My ferret is favoring his back left foot. When I tried to check it, he whimpered lightly. Also, he ... A: Victoria, The poor kid! That sounds uncomfortable. I hope he starts feeling better on his own, ... | |
| Ferrett breeding | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: Currently have a Jill and Hob, got them last year october time approx 10 weeks I think. Vet ... A: You should keep her separate for the rest of her pregnancy and until the kits are weened. Male ... | |
| Ferret Basics | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: i went to the petstore today and basically fell in love with these little animals. I am kind of ... A: Wow, to write every bit of what to expect would take a book or two! I can try and cover the basics ... | |
| Stomach lump?? | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: I recently got a ferret March 26 from a Humane society. We know she has Adrenal and is an older ... A: That is so kind of you to adopt an older ferret!! So few find loving homes. As far as what the ... | |
| my baby ferret | 4/25/2009 |
| Q: my question was about the diferent care for deaf ferrets, because i knew he was deaf just by lookin ... A: Aww what a cute little ferret! Blizzard sounds like the perfect name for him =) Certain white ... | |
| biting | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: how do i get my ferett to stop biting? and my ferret was born about 5 months ago and backs away from ... A: Kittens bite, puppies bite, even children bite! It is a natural way to explore the world around ... | |
| Chronic diarrhea in a 4 yr old male ferret | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: I am at my wits end. I have a 4yr old male ferret that has had chronic diarrhea for almost a year ... A: Chronic diarrhea can be a very stressful situation for both you and the little guy. The medication ... | |
| cliping ferrets claws | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: i got a ferret from the rspca her claws started to grow long how are you supost to keep them staying ... A: Clipping a ferret's nails can be easily done. You can use either a human nail clipper or a cat ... | |
| Ferret can't pee, had lupron shot last Thurs | 4/12/2009 |
| Q: I am not sure if this even still is an active link, if you get this, please email me immediately as ... A: I am so sorry to hear about Rajah. That is unfortunate he is ill over a holiday when it is ... | |
| Eye Problem | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: My white ferret with black eyes, has a swollen area under his left eye. He keeps this eye slightly ... A: Poor little guy! There are two things that come to mind. The first is some sort of allergic ... | |
| fleas | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: It's hard to find an effective flea treatment for ferrets, (for example like FrontLine for dogs and ... A: Ferrets can certainly get fleas, and since they have a higher body temperature than cats and dogs, ... | |
| sick | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: I've had my ferret for about a month now. She's a very energetic little thing. She's around 6 ... A: Your ferret must be so cute at 6 months old! I love them at that age, they get into everything and ... | |
| My ferret poops white gooey liquid | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: I have three ferrets. George, Miko, and Nermal. George and Nermal are the best of friends and play ... A: A white liquid is not normal, but it is difficult to determine what the problem might be without an ... | |
| Summer is not feeling well. | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: Summer has always been a very active Ferret and i have never had any problems until recently i ... A: Nutrition is VERY important to these guys, and not all ferret foods are good for them. Chronic ... | |
| lyphoma | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: My beautiful ferret Pheobe is only 2yrs old. Sadly I've had to put her to sleep today. A week ago I ... A: I am so sorry to hear about Pheobe. It is very hard to loose a pet as well as a close friend. My ... | |
| putting an 8 week old ferret in the same cage a an 8 month old ferret | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: ANSWER: Hello Ashley, Congratulations on the new ferret! They are so cute at 8 weeks old. ... A: It's so very difficult to litter train ferrets, but there are several things to try. First of ... | |
| Tapeworms | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: What is the treatment and dosage for tapeworms in ferrets? A: Tapeworms are often given to ferrets through fleas. This can be dangerous due to the combination of ... | |
| ferret lumps | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: my young adult male ferret had a scab on his ear,it healed up but a few weeks later a pea sized lump ... A: It sounds like that could be a small abscess that is not healing properly. These form when there is ... | |
| putting an 8 week old ferret in the same cage a an 8 month old ferret | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: hi i have had my ferret Abby for about 4 months i think shes around 8 months old now & a few days ... A: Congratulations on the new ferret! They are so cute at 8 weeks old. Especially at that young age, ... | |
| My ferret stopped using his litter box! | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought my little ferret who is about 10 weeks old, about a month ago. At first he used ... A: Litter training a ferret can be difficult. He is probably getting lazy now that he has settled into ... | |
| crying? | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I have this ferret but she was getting on my way so I'll push her little bit and she would turn her ... A: Ferrets make a wide variety of noises, and some are more vocal than others. They don't really cry ... | |
| Ferret possible blockage | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: My son adopted a 5 month old ferret 2 weeks ago. The first week he pooped a lot and they seemed ... A: I have a few questions that might make the situation a bit clearer. How is he acting? Is he eating ... | |
| Litter | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: Do you think it's okay to use wood pellets for ferret litter? Its 100% natural, no added stuff. ... A: I would not use wood pellet litter for two reasons. The first is it is often dusty and can cause ... | |
| road trip | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: My famimly and I are going to go to Utah and we are going to go to bring our ferrets. It is going to ... A: A road-trip to Utah sounds like a fun time! Although I have never been, I have heard the parks are ... | |
| really small | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: thier food bowl is never empty and i use ferret diet food A: Nutrition is VERY important to these guys, and not all ferret foods are good for them. First I will ... | |
| adrenal tumor, itching | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: Hey, My 5 year old girl has an adrenal tumor. I was just curious if there was anything I could do ... A: There is not too much you can do to help itching. The spray might be a prescription steroid ... | |
| ferret | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: hey my ferret is about 11 weeks old. i have been feeding her the marshall ferret diet, i think she ... A: Sorry this response will be long.. but there is plenty to cover! I will go over diet last, since ... | |
| bedding | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm getting a ferret in april but i just wanted to no if it is ok to use new baby blankets for the ... A: Harri, Congratulations on choosing a ferret! They make wonderful companions and provide hours of ... | |
| I'm a new ferret owner. | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: You've probably been asked all of these questions that I'm about to ask you, but here goes anyways. ... A: Litter training these guys is tough, isn't it? This is definitely a topic I receive plenty of ... | |
| Needing to kow some thing | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I just Rescued a 2 year old female Ferret when she came to to me she was a chunky monkey I have had ... A: Spirit is such a great name for a ferret! She must love all of the freedom she has running around ... | |
| Insulinoma | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: My ferret, Pluto has recently been diagnosed with adrenal and has been getting his lupron shots. All ... A: Poor Pluto! The symptoms you describe could be insulinoma. "Staring into space" is a common thing ... | |
| Gastric Ulcers in a 4 yr old ferret | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 yr old male ferret "Woodstock" that was diagnosed, by a vet, with gastric ulcers 3 weeks ... A: It is possible that the ulcers are a result of stress from loosing his lifelong friend. It is not ... | |
| sick ferret | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: My male ferret, Rikki Tikki Tosh (AKA Tosh) is almost 4 years old & one of the best ferrets I have ... A: If you can pretty much rule out an allergy, it is best to take him to your vet and continue with the ... | |
| Tail problem | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: My feret has a huge ball hanging from the end of her tail and half of it is scabbed and the other ... A: It sounds like this could be a tumor of some sort. You should have it checked by your vet ASAP to ... | |
| False pregnancy-gestation questions | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a male ferret, Clyde. Clyde had my female ferret, Bonnie pinned down and holding her neck ... A: It is possible but unlikely that she is pregnant. Like most other animals, pregnancy generally ... | |
| sick ferret | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: My male ferret, Rikki Tikki Tosh (AKA Tosh) is almost 4 years old & one of the best ferrets I have ... A: Poor boy! At least he has a great family to care for him. It is difficult to say if Tosh's ... | |
| bulging eye | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: My ferret is 6 years old and has never had any complaints until today. i noticed that his eye is ... A: Poor guy! Is he pawing/scratching at the eye? Has any of his behavior changed? It is possible he ... | |
| Changes in toileting | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: I have three rescued ferrets. Honey Pie is generally getting on a bit although my vet isn't quite ... A: Straining to defecate is not normal behavior, although an impacted anal gland can cause such things. ... | |
| Two ferrets with separate issues | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: I am a first time ferret owner. I took over the care of a couple of ferrets a little over a year ago ... A: My little female ferret vomits every now and then as well. It seems to be for no reason and the vet ... | |
| sick ferret - very worried | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: my little guy used to be a plumb energetic fella. We adopted a friend from our local ferret recuse - ... A: This sounds very serious, and your little buddy needs to be seen by a vet right away. If possible, ... | |
| ferret urination | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: can ferrets control when they pee? Or they like rats in the way that they just pee everywhere and ... A: This is a very thoughtful question. Unless the ferret has a medical condition that causes urinary ... | |
| Ferret pottying in food! HELP | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: We have 3 ferrets. 2 (both about 3 1/2 years old)of which are potty trained 100, the other (about 3 ... A: Wow, a bag of food in a week? That's quite a bit! I would be frustrated as well. Has there been ... | |
| FERRET HELP PLEASE fur loss, listless, large mass | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: My daughter has a female that is 6 years of age who is very ill. We noticed hair loss about 8 months ... A: Kathy, I am SO sorry to hear about your little girl. Decisions like this are difficult and there ... | |
| Ferret pottying in food! HELP | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: We have 3 ferrets. 2 (both about 3 1/2 years old)of which are potty trained 100, the other (about 3 ... A: Sudden changes in behavior are often accompanied by some form of stress. Since this recently ... | |
| ferret brush | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: this is my second winter that I've had ferrets, and they have grown GIGANTIC winter coats! I'm ... A: That us wonderful your kids have such nice fur coats! It IS true that there will be fur everywhere ... | |
| Ferret Vet | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: I've recently purchased a ferret from Petco. He's a happy, healthy 3 month old boy. I've been ... A: You are not being unrealistic! It is essential that you have a knowledgeable doctor who knows ... | |
| Loss of mobility | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: I made an emergency vet appointment yesterday for my 3 1/2 yr old ferret Forrest. When letting him ... A: Poor guy! It was great of you to bring him to your vet right away. Hind limb weakness in ferrets ... | |
| Ferret passed Blood | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: My ferret Jazzy recently started losing some weight and had some atypical thinning of the fur. She ... A: Is she urinating more frequently? In small amounts? Something like this could point to a UTI ... | |
| age? my new ferret | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: a friend of a friend had a little baby ferret wander in their yard, and they knew "through the ... A: That is wonderful that she finally has a good home! It seems like she has been through a lot. Poor ... | |
| losing weight, litter training, etc! | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I have 8 ferrets. The three new ones are only 6 months old and are doing great, but my original ones ... A: There can be many causes for weight loss, but if it affects more than one ferret the reason is ... | |
| Ferret Introductions | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: Hey Cynthia! (nice name by the way, lol.) I was just wondering: I've had Janie, my 9 month old ... A: ) Ferrets are social animals and generally do well together. As long as Janie is not showing ... | |
| kits | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: i currently have a litter of 5 1/2 week old kits who are in the process of being weaned (early due ... A: They must be ADORABLE. They are so much fun at that age. It is wonderful that you get to see them ... | |
| am i doing something wrong help | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: i got my 2 little babies well 2 years old and 1 years old a week ago from someone who couldnt take ... A: It's so kind of you to adopt two older ferrets. It seems they did not have the best care in the ... | |
| food and cold weather | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: we got the ferret months ago and it will only eat dry food,we also gave the ferret some cat dry ... A: Sorry for my delayed reply Gina, I was out of state at an interview and forgot to set my status on ... | |
| ferret losing weight and molting out of season.....i think | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: we have two ferrets both adopted into our family through negligent owners, one dumped outside in ... A: Sorry for my delayed reply Jon, I was out of state at an interview and forgot to set my status on ... | |
| Ferret | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I work in a pet store and have recently got in 2 8 week old ferrets, one of them spends all day ... A: It is difficult to say if this behavior is abnormal. Some ferret kits are very docile in comparison ... | |
| Irritated Butt | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I am vry concerned about my ferett Butterball, shes about 2 years old. She recently has a problem ... A: Poor Butterball! have you noticed anything odd about her stool? Does she have any diarrhea? Loose ... | |
| Jack has a fever | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: My male ferret has a fever and is experiencing symptoms of ECE. He is 5 years old. We began him on ... A: Poor guy! He must be feeling so sick. He is lucky to have someone like you to care for him =) ... | |
| ASAP!!! BRUISE FOUND ON FERRET: PIC ENCLOSED | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: Recently we were playing with our male ferret, Reno, and we noticed a small, nearly dime-sized ... A: Sorry for the delayed reply. I have been doing some research to try and place what this may be. ... | |
| FAT FERRETS! | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: and about 2 months ago, I noticed one of my girls, Wolverina, becoming hugely fat! There had been no ... A: Wow, four ferrets? Your place must be a fun place! They are great pets aren't they? One is never ... | |
| Ferret toenail problem | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: Our 2 ferrets, Isabelle and Charley were playing under the couch and Charley starting crying out in ... A: A toe nail injury is not often an emergency situation, but it can be painful and cause discomfort. ... | |
| ferret diet | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: i have had my ferret farrah for 6 yrs she is a very tiny sweet little ferret, and has always had a ... A: Diet is very important to ferrets, and a one that is high in sugar or too many sweet treats is ... | |
| Ferret ate Hampster | 12/25/2008 |
| Q: I left town and had the animals watched while I was out. I got back and everything was in order ... A: I am sorry to hear about the hamster. Unfortunately, they are considered a natural "prey" animal to ... | |
| Ferret scent | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: Is there any way to secure or obtain the musky ferret scent in a bottle, or container? Its said to ... A: What an interesting question! The musky scent comes from glands, so it would be near-impossible to ... | |
| bottle feeding | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I was on craigslist and someone had a ferret that had babies and then apparently got out leaving the ... A: What a horrible thing for someone to do to kits! I can't believe someone would breed their ferret ... | |
| keeping a skinny ferret warm | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: Two days ago, my coworker found a half frozen ferret on her back porch. She has passed it to me, as ... A: How wonderful it is you are helping a ferret in need! It's a good sign he is eating and drinking on ... | |
| food recommendations | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: my hubby and I and our 2 little stinkers pretty much live on the road in our semi truck and are ... A: I have been away for several days. I also want to congratulate you for doing research! Proper diet ... | |
| New ferret owner | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: we are new ferret parents and have no idea what we are doing. I have been researching a little bit ... A: Congrats on the new fur-kids! I'm sure you've discovered by now that they are tons of fun, but also ... | |
| Ferrets | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: Do ferrets have dander? A: Ferrets can have dander. Just like any pet, they can be affected by allergies or a poor diet. If ... | |
| Ferret with Bacterial Pneumonia | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a female ferret that was just diagnost with Pneumonia the bacterial one. SHe has been to a ... A: Bacterial infections DO occur in ferrets, although they are relatively rare. Pasturella is a common ... | |
| first ferret | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I've actually got a few questions for you. I will be getting my first ferret in about a month and I ... A: Ferrets are a big responsibility, just like a cat or a dog. They are not cage animals and need your ... | |
| vestibular disease | 11/17/2008 |
| Q: the vet said that my ferret Kodo has vestibular disease but that there is no know text any where in ... A: Poor Kodo! He must feel so nauseous with his world spinning around like that. Wow, you are right. ... | |
| VERY SICK FERRET | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: My ferret (less than six months old I think) has been ill all week and getting worse. Will not ... A: You need to bring him to an animal emergency vet IMMEDIATELY. A blockage is almost always fatal, ... | |
| chewing | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: my ferret is chewing on himself and we don't see any fleas on him why is he chewing so much? A: It sounds like your ferret is a bit itchy! This can be due to allergies, parasitic infection ... | |
| Babies | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: my ferret had kits on sunday so they are just over two days old. i know she has only had 2 but i ... A: Congratulations on the new babies! It will be loads of fun to watch them grow up. Sexing a ferret ... | |
| Cages | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: I have many friends who have ferrets as pets. some of them have cages and others dont. do need a ... A: Cages are a great thing to have but not necessary if the room is well ferret-proofed. Make sure ... | |
| bumps on ferrets ears | 11/8/2008 |
| Q: My 2 year old BEW male got out of out house monday night. We looked for him outside for hours. It ... A: It's wonderful that your kid found his way home. You are EXTREMELY lucky. The majority of ferrets ... | |
| Ferrets | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: I have two boy ferrets and i just read that Marshals is not a good food for them. Im going to change ... A: Diet is very important for these guys. Especially since most types of ferret food are NOT healthy. ... | |
| Ferret not eating or drinking | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a ferret that over the past week has stopped eating on his own for the most part. He still ... A: A healthy ferret must eat every 4-6 hours to keep up with its high metabolism. Any anorexia can ... | |
| 2 ferrets dead is the other 1 next?? | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: About a week a go I found Fiona my albino ferret dead but i got her from my step daughter about 4 ... A: I am very sorry for your loss. It is difficult to say what may have caused the death of two of your ... | |
| My Gizmo | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I brought home our little boy about two and a half weeks ago. He is a little ... A: It is always a challenge to introduce a new ferret into the household. Not only are you new people, ... | |
| Insulinoma prognosis | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: my little Bella is nearly 6 years old and was diagnosed with insulinoma yesterday (the vet can't be ... A: I am SO sorry to hear your little girl has insulinoma :( No matter which method of treatment you ... | |
| noise | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: i have a young ferret. her name is bullet and she is a mess. why do they like to attack feet? and ... A: I'm so glad I could help answer your questions! Squeak toys are meant to sound like an animal in ... | |
| biting feet | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: i have a young ferret. her name is bullet and she is a mess. why do they like to attack feet? and ... A: It seems like you have a bit of training to do! Why do ferret like feet? Think about it from her ... | |
| chewing hammock? | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: Hey,My ferret sierra is a lovely little girl with lots of personality yet she has a really bad habit ... A: Some ferrets LOOOOVE to chew, while others couldn't be bothered by fabrics. This varies from ferret ... | |
| something terriably wrong with my farrit | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: My ferret has been sick for about a week, symptoms are: drowsy,no energy, won't move his back ... A: This needs to been seen by your veterinarian right away. If possible bring him to the closest ... | |
| normal? | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: OKay i got a 3 month old baby.. Peanut is his name, 2 weeks ago and ever sence I brought him home ... A: Peanut, what a perfect name! They are fun at that age =) I bet he keeps you busy. It sounds ... | |
| fleas on my ferret and other pet | 10/20/2008 |
| Q: i just got a new ferret and his name is Spaz i had for i think little under a month. At first i ... A: Ferrets can certainly get fleas, and since they have a higher body temperature than cats and dogs, ... | |
| 9 Year old ferret with large growth | 10/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a 9 year old ferret that has started with a large growth near her top right hind leg. within ... A: First of all I would like to congradulate you for keeping your ferret healthy and happy for 9 years. ... | |
| diarrhea | 10/18/2008 |
| Q: recently my ferret has been pooping a very light colored poop and she has also been doing diarrhea. ... A: Watch out since too much diarrhea can quickly lead to dehydration and become serious or ... | |
| scratched eyebal | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: We have 6 ferrets and have slowly been adding them together. Well all but one are in the same cage ... A: ANY eye injury should be seen ASAP. A scratch to the cornea can be invisible to the human eye, so ... | |
| Skin Lesions | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: Cynthia, I have a 4.5 year old female ferret names Racie. I have recently noticed hair loss on her ... A: Racie is such an adorable name! It is a good sign she is acting normally. Ferrets often act ill or ... | |
| litter training! | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: I have one ferret his name is Yoda! We have been trying to litter train him for awhile now. We've ... A: Yoda! What a great name. Litter box training is difficult, and no ferret will be perfect 100% of ... | |
| Ferret Diet | 10/14/2008 |
| Q: How are you? Iīve been a daily reader of the forum for more tha a year now, since I got SIMON. Iīve ... A: I'm so glad to hear Simon is doing well! Diet is a very important thing that many ferret owners ... | |
| Very runny, black ferret stool. | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I just moved in with a friend of mine who has owned this ferret for about two years. We just cleaned ... A: Could this "tar" you are seeing be fecal material? If so, This needs to be seen by a vet ASAP. A ... | |
| under weight??? | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: Cynthia, I have had my ferret for a year me and my boyfriend decided he should have a buddy. Gizzy ... A: In response to your question, it is difficult to tell the exact reason why Gizzy (cute name!) is ... | |
| SICK FERRET??? | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: ive had my ferret for a year now i dont know how old she is but today i came home and she wouldnt ... A: This needs to be seen by a vet ASAP. In the meantime, make sure she is eating and drinking. If ... | |
| Ferret Diet | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: How are you? Iīve been a daily reader of the forum for more tha a year now, since I got SIMON. Iīve ... A: There are many great experts here (not only ferrets) and they have wonderful advice to share. As ... | |
| LOSS OF MY FRIEND BUSTER MY FERRET | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON I PLAYED WITH BUSTER AND NOTICED THAT HE HAD LOST A LITTLE WEIGHT BUT HE DIDN'T ... A: I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, Willie. When a beloved pet dies, It leaves a hole in your heart. ... | |
| seedy poop | 10/4/2008 |
| Q: I'm really worried since i was reviewing this info on the Internet but i don't know what to do. i ... A: "Seedy" poop would indicate to me that the food is not being properly digested. Too many ... | |
| Ferret Vaccinations | 10/3/2008 |
| Q: I just want to say how happy i am that i have found your site. I have yet to find one that seems so ... A: I don't blame you for being concerned! Vaccines are very important since rabies can be an issue if ... | |
| Stress | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: I have one simple q.If i was away from my ferret for a long time could they get stressed out??? A: The answer depends on how close your ferret is to you! Some ferrets develop very strong bonds with ... | |
| outdoors | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: i have a question. I own 3 ferrets and hoping to get another soon. so me and my father were ... A: I do not recommend keeping ferrets outdoors unsupervised for any amount of time. They are not hutch ... | |
| Ferret Eye Concern | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: This afternoon 2 of my 3 ferrets were playing. My 3 year old male tends to play a bit rough, but ... A: ANY eye injury should be seen ASAP. A scratch to the cornea is invisible to the human eye. It ... | |
| ferret | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: She has lost a lot of weight and is very weak because she ca'nt eat.She has always been active and ... A: Difficulty breathing concerns me far more than weight loss. I would recammend a check-up ASAP, and ... | |
| nipping ferret | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I recently took two adult ferrets, an altered male and female, from an abuse situation. The man who ... A: Ah-ha! I know EXACTLY what you are talking about. Certainly, I can give you some tips about how to ... | |
| FERRET DIED | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: WHEN I CAME HOME FROM WORK I RAN UP TO MY FERRETS AND WHEN I PULLED THEM OUT MY LITTLE MALE WAS ... A: I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, Nidia. When a beloved pet dies, It leaves a hole in your heart. ... | |
| ferretvite | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: i had a 5 yr old weenie dog and a couple of days ago he just died. the night before he was his ... A: I am SO sorry to hear about your dog! That is such a sad thing to happen. I did some research ... | |
| Best types of ferret food | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: I actually have several questions and understand if this may take you awhile. Thank you in advance ... A: Diet is very important for these guys. Especially since most types of ferret food are NOT healthy. ... | |
| Younger female agressive toward my older male. | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a ferret that is about a year old. I got him from a previous owner who could not take care of ... A: Ferrets are generally social animals, but there ARE exceptions. It sounds like Regal wants to be the ... | |
| baby ferrets. | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: Do baby ferrets have baby fat that they lose once they get older? A: In response to your question, every ferret is different. Some slim down as they approach adulthood, ... | |
| Ferret itching a lot | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old ferret Brad-lee. In November last year he was diagnosed with an enlarged spleen. ... A: Poor Brad-lee! It is wonderful that he is acting normally despite his splenic mass. At this point, ... | |
| Ferret doesn't like me? | 9/12/2008 |
| Q: I recently got a Pet Supermarket male sable ferret named Dmitri. 2 months old according to clerk, ... A: I'm so glad you opened your home to a ferret in need! That is very kind of you, and she will surely ... | |
| Ferret doesn't like me? | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I recently got a Pet Supermarket male sable ferret named Dmitri. 2 months old according to clerk, ... A: Congratulations on the new fur-baby! Ferrets make wonderful pets, and they form deep attachments to ... | |
| ALLERGIC TO FERRET | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: MY SON IS HIGHLY ALLERGIC TO CATS AND WE ARE THINKING ABOUT GETTING TWO FERRETS! I NEED TO KNOW ... A: It's wonderful that you are thinking about adding a ferret to your family. They make great, playful ... | |
| General | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a lil bundle of fur, she is only 3 months old. I got her about a week ago, and when i got her ... A: That's great to hear she is feeling better! Diet changes can certainly cause an upset tummy. Corn ... | |
| ferrets to skinny | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: i have two ferrets one is socrates. To me he looks like he is losing weight.My either one is ... A: How old is little Socrates? A younger ferret is less likely to have a serious disease (although not ... | |
| ferret white growth protruding from female parts | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: our ferret has a white growth protruding from her fefmale parts. i tried to see if it would pull off ... A: How old is your little girl? Does the entire area seem swollen and red? These questions may help ... | |
| ferrets age | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: how can you tell how old a ferret is? A: It is very difficult to determine the age of any animal. Usually you can get an idea by looking at ... | |
| nails | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I was just wondering if there was any easy way to trim their nails. I usually trim them while ... A: Yes, there is a tricky way to trim a ferret's nails. Place a bit of peanut butter or ferret-tone on ... | |
| scabby fur | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: one of my hob polecats has scabby, orange ,brown areas on his back which are not itchy, but ... A: I would doubt the swimming is causing the scabs since none of your other ferrets are affected. ... | |
| Boric Acid and Ferrets | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: Okay, we just moved into our new home, and today, when we spoke to the previous owner, he informed ... A: I found varying reports in my research as well. I would say be careful, especially with the ... | |
| My ferret | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: I've had 2 ferrets for 2 years now, and I suspect they were both around 1 year of age when I got ... A: I wonder what he could have gotten into! Is he itchy at all? This sounds a lot like an allergic ... | |
| Two Questions About My Carpet Sharks! | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: I have two Ferrets, Angel and Baby (they were named by a 5 year old!) We have recently gotten ... A: What is wrong with he names Baby and Angel? I think they are adorable! I tend to name my pets very ... | |
| missing hair in female ferret | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: (He is a Marshall ferret, and apparently this sort of thing is very common with Marshall ferrets. I ... A: Nice name! We are of the very few Cynthia's I've heard =) Honestly, I'm not a big fan of Marshall ... | |
| Ferret Bedding | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I just got my first Ferret (angel) about a week ago, and I was wondering, if I could use shredded ... A: Ferrets are great little critters, aren't they? I'm sure you will have many fun and happy years ... | |
| Enlarged Spleen | 8/8/2008 |
| Q: Okay, my ferret, Latte Expresso has an enlarged spleen. I am from a very poor family and I myself ... A: An enlarged spleen would need a full workup. Your veterinarian may be worried that there are tumors ... | |
| help | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: you see i want to get a ferret but my roommate says no cause they stink is there any way to take the ... A: Ferrets DO have a musky smell, but in no way is it horrible or offensive. In fact, most ferret ... | |
| Flubber | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a male few month old ferret and a female born on the same day as him.Ive been told by ... A: Ferrets are not like cats and dogs in that you have to worry about them becoming overweight. They ... | |
| Determin a Ferrets age. | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: I got my ferret in the middle of june from a un-healthy home. I need to know how to tell the age of ... A: How kind of you to take in a ferret =) He is sure to have a wonderful home with his new loving ... | |
| How much food? | 8/3/2008 |
| Q: -) Iīm from Denmark, so please excuse my poor english. How meany % of a ferretīs weight do i give ... A: Ahh! Now I see. As in the previous answer, ferrets need to be fed every 4-6 hours for as much as ... | |
| How much food? | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: -) Iīm from Denmark, so please excuse my poor english. How meany % of a ferretīs weight do i give ... A: Greetings from the USA, Christa! What do you mean by barf diet? Is he vomiting? I'm unsure of ... | |
| new ferret | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I adopted a new ferret into my already 2 ferret home( he makes 3) and I was wondering. Would the ... A: It's great that you have added a new addition to your family! Ferrets are wonderful, it's ... | |
| Anti social ferret | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: Okay so I have a male ferret who is a little over a year and A female who is going to be a year ... A: How long have you had these two? Since they were kits, or was one introduced not long ago? If this ... | |
| Sneezing Ferrets | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I have two ferrets and they keep sneezing....they are not sick though it does not seem....they are ... A: Two things come to mind... a cold or some dust up the nose, since they are so close to the ground! ... | |
| blockage? | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: Cynthia, if my ferret swallowed a foreign body, wouldn't he show signs of a blockage right away? A: Those guys can get into everything! It's important to keep anything they may swallow far away from ... | |
| adrenal disease | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I have 4 of these wonderful fuzz balls and they are my babies. I am heart broken because I fear 2 ... A: I am SO sorry that some of your kids are showing symptoms of adrenal =( It is a horrible disease in ... | |
| lethargy | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: ... I own 3 ferret and our oldest on is only about 3 1/2 yrs old...He has always been a very ... A: It's great that you are such a devoted mom. Not all ferrets can claim to be so lucky! I know how ... | |
| ferret | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: My ferret seemed to have a cut- that had scabbed up between front legs - doesnt seem to bother it - ... A: it is great to hear from you again =) Given her age and the further information, I'm thinking it ... | |
| Sick Ferret | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: I actually picked up my ferret from a man who lived on the streets that had him as a pet. I ... A: It was so very kind of you to adopt your ferret. He now has a wonderful home with a loving owner :) ... | |
| ferret | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: My ferret seemed to have a cut- that had scabbed up between front legs - doesnt seem to bother it - ... A: Its wonderful that you take such great care of your old girl. It is tough to care for an elderly ... | |
| ferrets drinking pee | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: one he just recently got. they are fighting alot and now the new ferret is drinking the old ferrets ... A: The behavior you are seeing is not normal. Most ferrets are extremely clean and will not go ... | |
| Nipping? Ferret proofing and starter kit? | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering how long a kit will be nippy for? I am planning on buying a 8-9 week old ... A: Hmm I will have to research some reputable breeders in Canada or ones in the US that ship =) What ... | |
| Nipping? Ferret proofing and starter kit? | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering how long a kit will be nippy for? I am planning on buying a 8-9 week old ... A: It is nice to hear from you! Sorry I could not reply sooner, the site was down for some maintenance ... | |
| Ferret Influenza | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: My ferret is 6 years old and I think she has a respiratory infection. What should I do take her to ... A: Ferrets can get certain forms of human viruses and influenza. Some cases can be extremely serious ... | |
| Ferret at emergency vet for vomitting, no food passing through intestines, no diagnosis yet | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: Carrot is just over 4 months old and last night he started vomiting almost completely out of ... A: Poor little Carrot! I am guessing your vet is worried about lymphoma. Vomiting and an enlarged ... | |
| Ferret Poop | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: Hey, there! Long time no see! I had a question for my ferret Bear. Last night he experienced some ... A: good to hear from you again! Often times blood in the stool is a sign of the intestinal wall ... | |
| Ferrets moving in | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: ..I haven't decied yet) And need some help.....Like what sort/size of cage is best? I know they ... A: Ferrets make wonderful pets for the right type of person. You must have enough time to interact ... | |
| when one of a bonded pair dies | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I adopted 3 ferrets from a shelter 5 months ago....I had originally wanted only the bonded pair but ... A: You did all you could to make your little guy's last few days as comfortable as possible. As a ... | |
| ferret kits are playing very roughly | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I got 2 baby ferrets(10 weeks old),they are lovely indeed,everything is great except when they are ... A: Just like puppies, ferrets tend to play roughly together. Their skin is much thicker than a human's ... | |
| ferrets | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: My question is how should i convert my old bird avery iun a ferret cage? The avery is 1x1x2.5metres ... A: The size is sufficient, but just make sure you cover the mesh floor with some linoleum. Also, make ... | |
| Ferrets and hair loss and death | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: My boyfirend has been taking care of 6 ferrets for about 5 months now, and two of them just recently ... A: Adrenal disease has many symptoms, but hair loss is the most prominent. The hair loss generally ... | |
| ferrets | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: My question is how should i convert my old bird avery iun a ferret cage? The avery is 1x1x2.5metres ... A: I'm surprised that you are the first to ask this question. Congradulations! As far as cages, ... | |
| Could my ferret be overweight? | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 ferrets about a year in age (male and female), and they both are healthy and in great ... A: Ferrets are not like cats and dogs in that you have to worry about them becoming overweight. They ... | |
| ferrets at night | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: i am thinking of getting a ferret but don't know where to put the cage.i don't know if ferrets make ... A: To answer your question, most ferrets will get up to eat and go to the bathroom during the night, ... | |
| Litter Training nightmare | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: I have had my ferret for about a month now. I have read several articles on the Internet about how ... A: It's so very difficult to litter train ferrets, but there are several things to try. First of ... | |
| new ferret | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: im verry worried about new ferret of two days. When I try to play with her she wont play and also ... A: Don't give up on your little girl! You have only had her for several days, and the stress of ... | |
| ear biting | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: i have two ferrets one male and one female i have had them for about three years now and just for ... A: Ear biting is common ferret behavior. It is best to try to discourage him, since he is being a ... | |
| Our little ferret | 6/21/2008 |
| Q: About a month ago my younger sister took in a friends ferret for a week while he was out on ... A: I would not feed a ferret mayo due to the very specific nutritional needs. Diet can be EVERYTHING ... | |
| my ferrets scratching problems | 6/20/2008 |
| Q: My ferret is about to be 1yr old.. He is the cutest thing in the world.. Until he starts scratching ... A: Unfortunately scratching is something instinctual in ferrets. They were domesticated from burrowing ... | |
| eating habits. | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a year old female ferret named Stella, and her eating habits have become a little strange ... A: SO many ferret owners have NO idea that the products they feed their pets can cause MAJOR health ... | |
| eating habits. | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a year old female ferret named Stella, and her eating habits have become a little strange ... A: There can be several things attributed to weight loss/lack of eating. First, it can be completely ... | |
| running ferret | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: One of my Jills keeps running up and down her cage for hours and hours without stopping. she seams ... A: This is a pretty tough question since I don't know much about her. Perhaps if you could answer ... | |
| my ferret | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: Paz has been with for over a year. I don't know how old she is be she is small and only weighs 1 ... A: Certainly ferrets can get worms. Just like cats and dogs, ferrets can get round worms, hook worms, ... | |
| Ferrets And Fleas | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: I have never had any other animals in my apartment other than my 3 ferrets and they have never been ... A: Ferrets can certainly get fleas, and since they have a higher body temperature than cats and dogs, ... | |
| food for ferrets | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: Igive my ferrets good food totally ferret, marsHall. But Igive tHem a can of cat food every night. ... A: There are so many well meaning owners who fail to do significant research and feed poor quality or ... | |
| Not Waking Up | 6/7/2008 |
| Q: Hey Cynthia I have a 3 month old Black eyed white little boy with a little bit of a problem. He is ... A: It seems your boy is a bit of a heavy sleeper. This is nothing to worry about. Many ferrets are ... | |
| Ferret tummy ache | 6/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old ferret. He has lymphosarcoma for a long time and 1,5 month ago he was diagnosed ... A: I am so sorry to hear your little guy is not feeling well. A lymphosarcoma and insulinoma together ... | |
| ferrets | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: how big do ferrets get. i feed my ferrets can cat food as a treat.there are big. A: Most male ferrets are not more than 4-5 pounds and most females are no more than three. Usually ... | |
| Ferret illness???? | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: Took to vets with wasting, stool seemed ok and vomiting noticed soo after. Hes been in vets for a ... A: Oh Clare I am so sorry to hear your little boy is ill. It's heartbreaking to see them like that. ... | |
| fruit flies | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 females and one male ferret, I have them in a 4 story cage, I have been using newspaper ... A: This is certainly a strange question! I am a bit confused as to why fruit flys would be attracted ... | |
| my ferret | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a five to six year old ferret and he just seems like he doesn't want to do anything anymore. ... A: Just like people, ferrets tend to "wind down" in their older years. 5-6 years old is an older pet, ... | |
| pancreatic cancer | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: My ferret, Bandit, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer approximately 4 months ago. I am having the ... A: I am SO sorry to hear about Bandit. I know how difficult it can be caring for a sick ferret. Have ... | |
| Adrenal gland surgery | 5/10/2008 |
| Q: A while back i wrote about "Zoey", my daughter's ferret who seemed to be losing some of her fur. She ... A: Gail, I am SO sorry to hear that your little girl has adrenal. How very heart-wrenching. I ... | |
| Underweight ferret | 5/9/2008 |
| Q: Cynthia, I will be brief, I want to be respectful of your time. I just bought a owner surrender ... A: That was very kind of you to adopt a ferret. There are so many unwanted pets out there, and so few ... | |
| the damage I've done... how to fix? | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for the answers to a couple of questions. I have 2 ferrets, both are males. One is 4 ... A: It is unfortunate about what has happened, but you ARE doing the right thing by making amends. That ... | |
| Ferrets eye | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if anything is wrong with my ferret Gynx. Around his eye is red and the other isnt. ... A: Irritations of the eye can be caused by any number of things. It includes upper respiratory ... | |
| Shedding | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: My ferret hasn't be shedding too much, and just the other day almost towards the end of her tail she ... A: That is an interesting pattern of hair loss. I do have several questions for you. What type of ... | |
| Braty, piggy, ferret Bear | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: Hey, Cynthia!! I hope you remember me and my ferrets Loki and Bear! lol I got another question for ... A: I love the title. I suppose that's what your two are, bratty piggy bear ferrets! it's great that ... | |
| ferrret | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: can a ten year old own a ferret A: A responsible 10 year old can own a ferret. But there are certain things that you must consider. ... | |
| can i get my ferret sick? | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: can my ferrets get my colds or flu, and how would I know? A: Yes, ferrets can get certain human viruses and colds. Some of the symptoms include coughing, ... | |
| shedding/health | 5/1/2008 |
| Q: I asked earlier about my ferret's shedding. She is still shedding and has been for about 2 months ... A: I found several that are within a reasonable driving distance =) Village Animal Hospital Dr. Janice ... | |
| shedding/health | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I asked earlier about my ferret's shedding. She is still shedding and has been for about 2 months ... A: I do remember you were concerned about your ferret's hair loss a few months ago, and I am so sorry ... | |
| ferret coughing? | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a male and a female ferret both neutered that live in the same cage and get along great. They ... A: It's concerning when anything is wrong with your little guys! I know I worry constantly about mine. ... | |
| cage stress? | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: ! lately my little guy(16 weeks old) started chewing on his cage, pacing back and forth, and digging ... A: It seems like you are giving your little guy enough play time, so stimulation is not the problem. ... | |
| getting a ferret and allergies | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: Can you tell me if getting a ferret is a good idea for someone who has allergies. Have you ever ... A: Great question. Just like cats and dogs, some people are allergic to ferrets. The symptoms can ... | |
| treats | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: and was wondering what brands are ok and where I could maybe find it. I don't my babies any ferret ... A: Yes, any of those treats would be fine. I've tried several different types of all natural including ... | |
| ADRENAL DISEASE | 4/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a 4+ year old female ferret that someone gave me back in December of 2007. I keep hearing A ... A: I did find one site that gave plenty of statistics regarding adrenal tumors. Unfortunately I could ... | |
| Ferret Eye Gunk | 4/13/2008 |
| Q: Just today, I noticed my elder (age unknown, was adopted) ferret, Bear, had some heavy eye gunk in ... A: I'd bet my meager monetary earnings that Bear is a bit jealous of his new playmate! Especially if ... | |
| Ferret Eye Gunk | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: Just today, I noticed my elder (age unknown, was adopted) ferret, Bear, had some heavy eye gunk in ... A: That's great that it cleared up! Since it resolved so quickly I would not be concerned. As you ... | |
| Ferret Eye Gunk | 4/10/2008 |
| Q: Just today, I noticed my elder (age unknown, was adopted) ferret, Bear, had some heavy eye gunk in ... A: The good news is that your boy's gunky eye is likely not distemper. Unless he has had recent ... | |
| Rectal bleeding and Temper | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: I recently bought a 4 mo. old female ferret. At first she was wonderfully behaved, but now she has a ... A: How recently has this bad behavior started? I am wondering if the two have something in common. ... | |
| ferrets | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: I have had a male ferret for a couple of years now. I just acquired two smaller females as ... A: Ferrets are rarely aggressive toward each other. Does he seem playful, or is he hissing and acting ... | |
| outside??????? | 4/6/2008 |
| Q: My question is can you keep ferrets in a hutch outside? The hutch is very big and will be situated ... A: My first question is why would you want to house them outdoors? They make great indoor pets! ... | |
| Ferret allergies | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: Ok well Im thinking its seasonal allergies since I dont use fabric softener at all, the litter I ... A: It does sound like it might be seasonal allergies since most of the other possibilities have been ... | |
| can ferrets have allergies? | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: I had a question about allergies but for my ferret, shes about 8 or 9 months old now and I got her ... A: Allergies do occur in ferrets, just as cats, dogs and people! Often the cause is difficult to ... | |
| NAIL RIPPED OUT! | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I have been grooming our babies every few days to make sure their nails are not split ... A: My, your Baxter is a tough little guy! I don't think I'd just go back to bed if that happened to ... | |
| Farrets and Potty training! | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: Can you use basic cat litter in a farret's litter box? I just was wondering because I dont know what ... A: This a great question, since you should not use normal clay cat litter in your ferret's box. Clay ... | |
| sick ferret | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: wheezing,coughing and breathing funnywith loss of activity A: Unfortunately, I will need a bit more information to help you with this. How old is your ferret? Is ... | |
| Panda | 3/23/2008 |
| Q: Hey I don't really have a question I just wanted to update you on Panda (the one with the swollen ... A: It's great to hear form you again, Amber. I'm so glad that things are going well with Panda! It is ... | |
| ferret behavior issues | 3/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a male ferret i have had for 5 years, he was a year old when i adopted him, making him 6 ... A: It's great to hear that your ferret has been happy and *relatively* healthy for 6 long years! Good ... | |
| Shedding | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: I read somewhere that ferrets shed once a year, but my ferret already shed a few months ago, and now ... A: Ferrets shed twice a year, namely in the fall and spring. They could shed during both these seasons ... | |
| getting another ferret | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: I am 46 years old. I was the proud owner of two loveable ferret boys. Bear was 5 1/2 died 5/2007, ... A: hmm.. That's an excellent question! Although every ferret has a distinct personality, there is a ... | |
| ferret sick | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: my little jazzy is not active, she is not really eating, she did take some water, she had tarry ... A: I'm so sorry to hear that little Jazzy is sick. How old is she? You are certainly right that this ... | |
| getting another ferret | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: I am 46 years old. I was the proud owner of two loveable ferret boys. Bear was 5 1/2 died 5/2007, ... A: I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, Brenda. When a beloved pet dies, It leaves a hole in your heart. ... | |
| my ferret | 3/11/2008 |
| Q: We are new to the whole ferret world. we got a rescue ferret and he has been a wonderful addition to ... A: What an amazing story you have! While it is sad that you lost the house, you are all safe due to ... | |
| my new baby ferret | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: I am a new ferret owner. I am trying to get everything figured out. When do ferrets shed so I can ... A: congratulations on the new addition to your family. You will find that ferrets make wonderful pets. ... | |
| about a ferrets diet | 3/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a ferret i have had for a year now she was a year old when i got her from an auction. She ... A: Unfortunately baby food is very high in sugar content. Human babies, unlike ferrets, are not ... | |
| about a ferrets diet | 3/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a ferret i have had for a year now she was a year old when i got her from an auction. She ... A: The wrong food can be a HUGE health risk for these guys. Foods such as bananas, apples, raisins ... | |
| Itchy Ferret | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: I own two male neutered ferrets and they lived together before I got them as well. They had never ... A: So few people worry this much about their pets. I just have a few questions that may help me answer ... | |
| sick ferret | 3/6/2008 |
| Q: I had a question about my sick ferret. I am unsure of his age due to the fact that I got him as a ... A: Sometimes such methods are the only way to discover a hidden cause, and in cases like this, ... | |
| Ferret, not usual self ! | 3/5/2008 |
| Q: my ferret stopped playing, and eating meat a week ago.. A desexed female,i dont know how old, but i ... A: My apologies in the delayed reply. I get many new questions a day, so some of my follow ups get ... | |
| what's wrong with my ferret? | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: Last night my ferret started foaming at the mouth, he won't eat,drink,or sleep.He acts really weird ... A: Whatever the reason behind the symptoms you are describing, this is something that should be seen by ... | |
| ferret litter | 3/3/2008 |
| Q: I CHANGED RASCALS- MY FERRETS LITTER CAUSE HE WAS NOT GOING IN THE ONE THAT I HAD. HE IS GOING IN ... A: I'm so glad that I could help with your first question! A ferret's natural instinct is to dig and ... | |
| ferret bedding/litter | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: i just got my ferret a month ago he was going into the litter box in the beggining but now he will ... A: Congratulations on your new addition to the family! Training a ferret to use the litter box is ... | |
| Ferret, not usual self ! | 2/25/2008 |
| Q: my ferret stopped playing, and eating meat a week ago.. A desexed female,i dont know how old, but i ... A: A ferret that is at least 5 years old (or possibly more) is considered to be a senior or geriatric ... | |
| My ferrets almost completely bald | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: I have two ferrets and the one in question is about 3 1/2 to 4 years old. This past summer (2007) he ... A: Sorry it took me so long to reply! I get so many questions a day, sometimes my follow ups get held ... | |
| Need Help!!!!! | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: i have this ferret named Max he'll be a year old on 2-27-08...... after a month or 2 of me having ... A: There are so many factors that can cause weight loss. Some ferrets gain and loose up to a pound as ... | |
| sneezing ferrett | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: My sister got a ferrett for Christmas, and he is about 6 or 7 months old now. He has been neutered ... A: They are great little guys aren't they? More trouble than a ton of monkeys that will always keep ... | |
| limping ferret | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: my ferret seems to have hurt his left front leg. I have moved his cage around so there are no steep ... A: I'm sorry to hear your ferret has an injured leg. Do you know how it happened? Also, is he using it ... | |
| My ferrets almost completely bald | 2/16/2008 |
| Q: I have two ferrets and the one in question is about 3 1/2 to 4 years old. This past summer (2007) he ... A: It's great that you've been doing your research on adrenal disease. So many owners simply don't ... | |
| sick ferret | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: i noticed my ferret was clawing at the carpet and i picked her up, she was bleeding and foaming from ... A: This sounds like it could be potentially be something serious. I do have several questions. Was it ... | |
| trimming nails | 1/31/2008 |
| Q: I have a real dillema. My 1 1/2 year old ferret REFUSES to let me trim his nails. I tried the ... A: These guys can certainly be stubborn about these things. It is amazing how different they can be in ... | |
| bubbles | 1/29/2008 |
| Q: i have a ferret i got recently and she doesn't show interest in any treats or toys. she's very ... A: They are great little guys are they not? Surprisingly, neither of mine like toys or treats much ... | |
| sick?? | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: My little guy is not acting very good, he is my first ferret so i dont know too much about sick ... A: The canned food they gave is a high quality wet food that has most of the essential ingredients ... | |
| Weight gain | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: Hey! this is amber again. I took Panda to the vet about her swollen vulva and this is what the vet ... A: I have not heard of a swollen vulva due to remnants of the ovary, but that does indeed make sense as ... | |
| sick?? | 1/25/2008 |
| Q: My little guy is not acting very good, he is my first ferret so i dont know too much about sick ... A: Diarrhea can be caused by a multitude of factors. Stress is a common cause, especially since you ... | |
| Help please! | 1/25/2008 |
| Q: my family has seven ferrets. Well six actually, we just lost our little Willow yesterday. Our ... A: Ferrets, just like humans are susceptible to many forms of colds and upper respiratory infections. ... | |
| Swollen Vulva | 1/22/2008 |
| Q: besides adrenal disease, that would cause a spayed ferret to have an enlarged vulva. She hasn't ... A: I would be concerned too if I noticed this on my girl. I saw adrenal disease in one of my ferrets ... | |
| my ferret phoebo is sick | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: i recently got my 9 week old ferret a week and a half ago. i noticed yesterday he was sleeping way ... A: First of all, congratulations on the new addition to your family! The whole situation of moving ... | |
| bad dreams | 1/17/2008 |
| Q: My ferret makes whinning noises almost every night when he is asleep. I want to wake him up and ... A: Just like people, ferrets dream. Some are more vocal than others and it can be accompanied by leg ... | |
| adopting a ferret | 1/13/2008 |
| Q: Not to keep in mind that they are a boy and girl so the cant be together.I am getting the girl ... A: Adara, That's great that you are considering adopting her! They make great pets and will always ... | |
| Ferret Vomiting acid? | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: Hey There- It seems like my youngest ferret, 8 months old, Amelia, has some sort of stomach bug. ... A: That's excellent that you are taking her in for a vet checkup. It is indeed VERY wrong for you old ... | |
| Excessive Shedding | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a ferret that is 1 and a half years old. He seems to be shedding a lot lately. We live in ... A: That's a relief there are no bald spots! This probably means he began his shedding cycle early. A ... | |
| I am worried he has a cold | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: my name is Taryn. I have a baby ferret named pan, he has been sneezing quite a bit and I am very ... A: Ferrets are certainly susceptible to some forms of human influenza as well as upper respiratory ... | |
| Excessive Shedding | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a ferret that is 1 and a half years old. He seems to be shedding a lot lately. We live in ... A: Surprising as it may seem, your ferret's shedding probably has nothing to do with the warm and dry ... | |
| my ferret Rosie is sick | 1/6/2008 |
| Q: my ferret has a dry nose, and is very week, she has diareah and a bloody rectum, what can I do? I do ... A: Unfortunately, this is a situation that would need to be seen by a veterinarian if is does not clear ... | |
| Sick Ferret | 1/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old ferret which has resently been acting strange. She stopped eating and I noticed ... A: Congestion can quickly get worse, and hopefully she will start eating and drinking on her own ... | |
| Young ferret bites cage and will not sleep | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: I just bought a young ferret and he is a great pet. He only has one issue that I am worried about. ... A: It sounds like you have a little ferret who is prone to temper tantrums! Like puppies or even ... | |
| white ferrets smell less? | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: I'm a manager of a pet store for 5 years now and I've noticed that the ferrets that are more white ... A: I agree. I have noticed that as well in my own experience, but there have been no documented ... | |
| swollen stomach | 1/4/2008 |
| Q: My 7 year old ferret has suddenly gone very skinny under the arms and further down her body but has ... A: I am so sorry for your loss =( I know it is a tough time for you, and as a tech who sees this ... | |
| Sick ferret | 1/4/2008 |
| Q: I am not a new ferret owner, and we are on our way to the vet in the morning-but I'm desperate for ... A: The poor boy! I would certainly be concerned if this happened to my guys as well. Black and tarry ... | |
| Insolinoma? | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: My ferrte Reggie has not been himself for a few days, he has slept a lot more than usual and when i ... A: Poor Reggie! Insulinoma could indeed be the cause for your little guy's strange behavior. The ... | |
| Ferret Got Into Blaech | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: i have had a ferret now fot 4 yrs, he has somehow gotten into bleach and i dont know what to do, i ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your ferret getting into that stuff. Accidents like that are so ... | |
| is my baby deaf? (and some more) | 12/29/2007 |
| Q: I just got my first ferret today(8 weeks), she's a little girl and she was the sweetest one of the ... A: Panda, badger, dark eyed whites, and similar coloration schemes often have a predisposition to ... | |
| ferretts | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: Have you ever seen or heard of any side effects from heat lamps(red)? A: I have not heard of any direct affects related to heating lamps. Are you seeing a specific problem ... | |
| Is my ferret sick? | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: I have two ferrets, one is 2 1/2 years and the other is 9 months. My older ferret (Lily) has over ... A: Cara, Please be very careful when offering sugary treats to any ferret. I know how irresistible ... | |
| Itchy ferret | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: We have a very itchy castrated male ferret and would appreciate any advice you could offer. The ... A: I do have one question. Is your ferret loosing fur in any of those itchy places? That could be ... | |
| swollen stomach | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: My 7 year old ferret has suddenly gone very skinny under the arms and further down her body but has ... A: 7 years old, huh? I must praise you for keeping her healthy for such a long time! It's so sad that ... | |
| my farret is hidding and I can't find her | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: Do you have any suggestions on where to look???? I have found her in a few places before that she ... A: I know it is a horrible feeing to not know the were-a-bouts of a beloved pet, and I hope you find ... | |
| ferret not going poop | 12/24/2007 |
| Q: my ferret has not went #2 in two days what's wrong is he sick? and what can i do to help? please ... A: Sanjah, please take your ferret to the veterinarian immediately. A healthy ferret should defecate ... | |
| six week old ferret | 12/24/2007 |
| Q: i have just got a baby ferret and i dont think he is drinking out of his water bottle and dont know ... A: Congrads on the new addition to your family! They sure are adorable at that age! It is extremely ... | |
| Food to feed my ferret | 12/23/2007 |
| Q: I wanted to know what food you would recommend to feed my ferret. There are so many foods and ... A: Please be very careful. I have spoken to most of the veterinarians in the clinic yesterday for ... | |
| Food to feed my ferret | 12/22/2007 |
| Q: I wanted to know what food you would recommend to feed my ferret. There are so many foods and ... A: There are so many well meaning owners who fail to do significant research and feed poor quality or ... | |
| Sick? | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: The woman said they're about 6 months old but I'm not really sure. One of them is pretty big and ... A: You will quickly learn that each of your boys has a completely different personality. It is not ... | |
| Ferret Cage | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: Well i just recently bought a ferret and one of them 5 platforms cages and i thought i read ... A: 1) Subject: Ferret Cage Well i just recently bought a ferret and one of them 5 platforms cages and ... | |
Ferrets
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Cindy Petrauskas
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I have owned these little weasels for over 16 years. While I cannot diagnose a condition, I feel confident to have gained enough knowledge to answer most questions concerning general health, nutrition, training, safety, cage requirements, games, grooming, vaccination, behavior, nipping, adoption, care of ill and elderly, and common symptoms of diseases. I have personally witnessed adrenal tumors, malignant cancer and liver failure in my own pets, and have seem many other conditions at my job as a vet technician for six years. Now I am studying for my doctorate in veterinary medicine, but as previously mentioned, I cannot diagnose a condition. That can only be done by a licensed veterinarian. I will, however, do my very best to answer any questions to the best of my ability.
Experience
I have been a ferret owner (or owned by the carpet sharks!) for the past 16 years, as well as a shelter volunteer (Ferret Association of CT) for many more. I am now a third-year veterinary student at Louisiana State University, and I hope to specialize in these little guys!! There are so few doctors that will treat ferrets. I have my bachelor's degree in bio-molecular science, and I am currently enrolled at the the LSU College of Veterinary Medicine for my DVM degree.
Organizations
Louisiana State University College of Veterinary Medicine,
Ferret Association of CT,
Student Chapter of the American Society of Veterinary Medicine
Education/Credentials
Present:
Louisiana State School of Veterinary Medicine: 2009-2013 (DVM Degree)
Past:
Farmington Valley Veterinary ER (ER tech): 2007-current
Veterinary Specialists of CT (vet tech): 2006-2007
Central Connecticut State University: 2001-2006 (BS in Bio-medical)
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