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Most ferret rescues end on a happy note, with the ferret(s) being placed in a safe, secure home in a legal state. Before they’re shipped to a new home, all ferrets receive a medical exam and vaccinations. Older ferrets are given a blood test to check for serious problems. All ferrets receive lots of love and attention, helping them adjust to a new environment. We’ve received more than our share of hopeless cases. I don’t normally like to reminisce because the memories are very painful—but you need to be aware of the “other side” of rescue. Chances are that, at some point, you will have to handle a ferret with distemper. Ignorant ferret owners think that vaccinations are not necessary because their ferret never goes outside. In reality, most ferrets get out at least once in their lifetime; and because distemper is an airborne virus, and can be carried by wild and domestic animals, you can carry the virus inside to your ferret. The most fatal of ferret diseases can be prevented by one vaccination, given annually. There is no excuse for not vaccinating your ferret! ECE (a.k.a. Green Slime diarrhea) is another very real danger. At this point in time, most shelters around the country (including California) have dealt with this virus. Sanitation and quarantine procedures are practically worthless when dealing with ECE—sooner or later your ferret will get it. |
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Last Modified: Sunday, July 20, 2008 |
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