Gene klingenhoff ferrets for reahoming

06/05/2023

05/12/2023

sing them as their adult teeth come in, which should happen by the time they are 9 months old.

Nails should be cut every 2 to 3 weeks. Fur may be brushed daily with a soft brush; ferrets shed their coat twice a year.

Avoid overcrowded conditions; they are a major cause of stress and disease. Maintain good water quality with regular water changes and adequate filtration.

Health

Signs of a Healthy Animal

Active and social when awake

Sleeps up to 18 hours per day

Shiny coat and clear eyes

Eats and drinks regularly

Distemper vaccinations are required at 8, 11 and 14 weeks of age; rabies vaccinations are required between 12 and 16 weeks of age. After that time, ferrets require annual vaccinations.

Red Flags

Weight loss

Abnormal hair loss

Diarrhea or dirty bottom

Distressed breathing

Lethargic

Eye or nasal discharge

Skin lesions

Pr*****ed re**um

Overgrown nails

Dental abnormality

Common Health Issues

Health IssueDiarrheaSymptoms or CausesLoose stools caused by poor diet, stress, internal parasites, unclean housing or infectious organisms.Suggested ActionConsult with a veterinarian to determine cause and treatment.Health IssueEar mitesSymptoms or CausesParasite that causes itching and brownish discharge in ears.Suggested ActionConsult a veterinarian for treatment.Health IssueUpper respiratory infectionSymptoms or CausesSymptoms include crusty eyes, nasal discharge and labored breathing.Suggested ActionConsult with a veterinarian for diagnosis and treatment.Health IssueAdrenal gland disorderSymptoms or CausesLoss of hair; cause unknown.Suggested ActionConsult a veterinarian.