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Ferret Health Issues
     Like any domestic pet, ferrets can develop variety of health conditions.  The most common of  these are adrenal disease, insulinomas, lymphoma, gastrointestinal disorders,  gastrointestinal blockages,  and ECE.  I am not a veterinarian.  All of the illnesses I discuss require the expertise of a veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment.  This web page and its' contents do not replace the advice and care of a veterinarian. Rather, it offers some simple guidelines, information and symptoms for a few common conditions,  plus vaccination information and tips on caring for a sick ferret.   If your ferret seems "out of sorts" or is sick, please take it to a veterinarian as soon as possible.  Ferrets can become seriously ill very quickly due to their small size and fast metabolism.

You can also visit the ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center at http://www.napcc.aspca.org for information on protecting pets from accidental poisoning. Many common houseplants, medications and cleaning supplies can be lethal to your ferret.

In a poisoning emergency, you can call 888-426-4435 for assistance 24 hours a day or see a veterinarian immediately.

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Click on the links below for articles on:

•   Lymphoma in Ferrets
•   Gastrointestinal Disorders in Ferrets
•   Insulinomas in Ferrets
•   Adrenal Disease
•   Caring for a Sick Ferret
•   Vaccination Information

•   "Ferret First Aid" by Anne Davis of Acme Ferrets and Jean Wardell DMV
       Very informative! Visit the link below!
http://www.miamiferret.org/fhc/ffaid.htm

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The information provided in this section is not intended to be used in place of proper veterinary care.  This web site contains the opinions of the writer.  The reader of this site must use this information at his or her own risk.