Ferret Health

Like cats, ferrets clean themselves constantly and don't need to be bathed on a regular basis. They have natural oils in their skin and fur that help maintain a smooth, healthy coat. If a ferret...

Ferrets are susceptible to all of the strains of human influenza, including swine flu. In fact, some researchers use ferrets as test subjects when trying to find new vaccines for and information...

Ferrets are unusual creatures in many respects, including their ability to tolerate treatments for short-term and chronic pain. Most human medications for pain will quickly kill ferrets. According...

Tylenol is a popular brand name of the painkiller acetaminophen (also called paracetamol.) It also is found in many cold or allergy medications. Although Tylenol has been used successfully as a...

Ferret owners have to be well-informed about their pets, because ferrets have dietary and health needs that are different from those of other pets. If your ferret has an illness, or shows signs of...

Ferrets can suffer from a variety of eye conditions, diseases and ailments. The most common conditions include allergies, trauma, cataracts, glaucoma and retinal atrophy. While many of these...

The adrenal glands are a pair of glands located in front of the kidneys in ferrets. Adrenal disease in ferrets is a medical condition characterized by the presence of either cancerous or...

Diarrhea is a very common medical problem in ferrets, according to DrsFosterandSmith.com. This is partially because there are numerous illnesses and infections that cause diarrhea in ferrets.

Ear infections in ferrets need to be treated to avoid long-term damage and deafness. Cleaning a ferret's ears regularly and watching out for mites will help him avoid such infections.

Some of the most dangerous diseases affecting horses are hereditary, meaning they are influenced by genetics.

Ferrets are susceptible to a variety of internal and external parasites. Tapeworms are one of them. Your ferret may lose weight, develop a dull coat or diarrhea, or he may have a "pot belly look"...

Are you a ferret owner who has to keep your ferret(s) in a cage while you're gone or at work? If so, they probably need a little extra stimulation to keep them happy and at least have something to...

Ferrets, like any other household pet needs vaccinations. But how do you know what it needs, or when. Follow these steps and your ferret will be up to date on its vaccines.

Making soft food for your sick or picky ferret.

Ferrets are amazing little animals to have as pets, however, they require much more work and time then many believe. Here is 10 important tips to remember when considering raising a pet ferret.

Ferrets (also called polecats in Europe) are a host for the common cat flea, Ctenocephalides felis. These fleas are also found on dogs, birds, rabbits, rodents and some farm animals. Although they...

Adrenal gland diseases in ferrets are, in actuality, tumors which develop on the adrenal gland. These tumors can occur in both spayed (or neutered) and intact adults. The cause of tumors on the...

Melatonin treatment is given to ferrets as one of many options for adrenal gland disease. Sometimes it is used alone or in combination with other drugs. Melatonin is a hormone made in the ferret's...

Ferrets can make great pets, but they are prone to certain health problems. One of the most serious is adrenal gland disease. Located at the top of the kidneys, adrenal glands help produce...

Good ear hygiene is an important aspect of ferret care. Ferrets naturally produce allot of ear wax. Cleaning your ferrets ears regularly will prevent waxy buildup, remove dirt and will help to...

This is a guide on how to perform CPR on a ferret. Such procedures should be done only in an emergency, since a ferret is not only a small animal, but fragile in body.

Many people do not realize the important issues you must consider before owning a ferret, and the most important issue is that they absolutely need taurine, an amino acid, to remain healthy and...

Also called adrenal neoplasia, adrenal disease is one of the most common medical problems in ferrets, particularly if they are over two years old. This disease causes tumors to grow on the adrenal...

Duck soup is often used to feed ferrets who are sick, recovering from illness, geriatric or simply need to gain wait. Duck soup is a homemade formula that is high in both protein and calories, and...

Owning ferrets is illegal in many American states and Canadian provinces. Other places will allow you to own a pet ferret, but only if your pet has been spayed or neutered. It is legal to own or...

When you look at how active your pet ferret is, it is hard to believe that he could be suffering from a cardiac condition. Heart failure is one of the leading causes of death in pet ferrets....

Gastrointestinal (GI) disease in ferrets is disturbing and should be treated as quickly as possible. GI upsets can be caused by several different things such as intestinal blockage, bacteria,...

Most domestic animals unfortunately fall victim to those tiny, itchy, black things known as fleas. Ferrets are no exception to this situation. Although fleas can be somewhat difficult to get rid...

Ferrets get into all kinds of mischief. As they play and rough-house together, they get dirty both in their fur and in their ears. Normally they will clean themselves or each other. You can help...

Learn about ferret sanctuaries and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about litter pans and training domestic ferrets and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about domestic ferret beds and bedding, and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about toys for domestic ferrets and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about pairing up domestic ferrets and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about the food and diet of domestic ferrets and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn preparation tips for bringing home a domestic ferret and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about ferret-proofing your home and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about buying a domestic ferret in a pet store and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about how domestic ferrets interact and socialize with other pets, and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about adopting domestic ferrets in pairs and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about the history of domestic ferrets and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn how to research information on domestic ferrets and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn about adopting domestic ferrets and tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret in this free video clip.

Learn tips and advice on how to care for your pet ferret, including things to consider before getting a ferret in this free video clip.

Learn tips on how to prepare a pet ferret for surgery in this free video clip on emergency pet first aid.

Learn tips on how to care for a pet ferret after surgery in this free video clip on emergency pet first aid.

Learn how to care for a bruised pet ferret with severe bruises in this free video clip on emergency pet first aid.

Learn how to handle an injured pet ferret with in this free video clip on emergency pet first aid.

Learn how to clip the nails of a pet ferret in this free video clip on emergency pet first aid.

Learn how to care for a pet ferret with vaccinations in this free video clip on emergency pet first aid.