Archive for ‘Ferret Health & Nutrition’

Odd Skin Problem

By Laura, 23 February, 2010, No Comment

If anyone has any information about what this little guy might have, please help out!

I have a ferret that has an odd skin problem. The Vet said it could be anything from mites to some kind of fungal infection to adrenal disease. The black areas are where she took a biopsy…

Ferret’s & The Economy

By Laura, 3 February, 2010, No Comment

Over the past few months, I’ve read several sad stories of people in distress due to the current economy. Many people have lost their once lucrative jobs, including myself. Unemployment helps somewhat, but the sad truth is that it’s just not enough for many of us, especially here in Southern California where the price of everything keeps going up, even in this time of high unemployment.

I Can’t See, I Can’t See!

By Laura, 23 January, 2010, No Comment

This little Ferret is getting a dose of eye drops.

Photo courtesy of Ferret’s First, TwitPic photos.

Ferret Food Recipes

By Laura, 25 November, 2009, No Comment

We searched the Web for our Ferret enthusiasts to find Ferret Food Recipes that you can make at home for both everyday health and nutrition and some special diets for ailing fuzzies. The links provided give an assortment of homemade ferret food recipes for your little fuzzie pet ferret.

http://www.dookieshouse.org/gravy.htm

Dookie’s House Offers Special Diet Recipes for Ailing Fuzzies.

http://www.recipezaar.com/Duck-Soup-For-Ferrets-165677

RecipeZaar’s Duck Soup for Ferrets also helps ailing Ferrets with their recovery.

http://www.angelfire.com/ga2/ferretlady/ferretrecipe.html Homemade Ferret Food Recipe Conyers Ferret Referral & Information Service gives a homemade Ferret Food Recipe for everyday meals that is well liked by many ferrets. (Recipe by: The Ferret Lady).

http://The Holistic Ferrethttp://holisticferret.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=rawwhole

The Holistic Ferret Forum has information about feeding your pet ferret raw whole foods that are natural to their diet

Adrenal Disease in Ferrets

By Laura, 23 November, 2009, No Comment

Have you noticed your pet ferret losing hair from the base of its tail on up its back? Your ferret could have Adrenal Disease and needs to be treated immediately.

Combating Ferret Odor

By Laura, 19 November, 2009, No Comment

Odors from pets can be embarrassing and your pet ferret is no different, especially since they tend to have a musky odor to begin with but there are things you can do to keep your ferret smelling it’s best.

Is Pet Insurance for You?

By Laura, 19 November, 2009, 2 Comments

Wondering if pet insurance is right for you? Here are some useful tips and information concerning pet insurance and pet insurance plans.

Ferret Veterinarians

By Laura, 19 November, 2009, No Comment

Need a veterinarian for your pet ferret? Here are a few links to help you find the right vet in the U.S. and other countries.

Add Your Ferrets Photos!

Interesting, helpful and fun information for all Ferret owners. Upload your Favorite Ferret Pictures & Share Your Stories under "Share Your Pet Picture & Post". Your comments, stories and photos are Welcome here!