Is a ferret sneezing normal?
Sneezing helps clear irritants and can be normal in ferrets as long as it is only heard occasionally. Some signs that the sneezing may be due to a more serious condition include sneezing with discharge such as pus or blood, or multiple sneezing fits a day.
Can ferrets catch a cold?
There are no reports of flu spreading from ferrets to people, but because ferrets can get sick with human flu viruses, it may be possible for them to spread flu viruses to people.
How do you treat a ferret respiratory infection?
Supportive therapy such as antibiotic treatment, nutritional support and placing in an oxygen tent may relieve discomfort and ease the animal’s suffering. However, because this disease produces symptoms that are similar to human influenza in ferrets, treatment should always be attempted.
Do baby ferrets sneeze a lot?
Ferrets tend to have runny noses and the littlest things can make them sneeze. They can also catch colds from humans, so this is a great item to have on hand.
Is it normal for a ferret to cough?
Coughing is fairly common among ferrets, or at least as much as it is in other animals. Formally defined as forceful exhalations of air through the glottis or mouth and throat, a cough may be brought on by a variety of factors, either automatic or inspired.
What does a sick ferret look like?
In the ferret, the feces may be dark colored, green, mucousy, slimy, grainy, profuse or scant, depending on the cause. Ferrets with diarrhea may not appear to be visibly sick at all, or they may show lack of appetite, vomiting, weight loss, weakness, lethargy, and/or dehydration.
Why does my ferret bite me?
A ferret may bite because of pain, but they may also bite to get attention. When you are busy and the ferret wants to play, it is common for them to nip your foot or ankle to say “Hey! And, of course, a ferret that has been abused may bite, too. For a ferret, hard biting can be seen as their attempt to yell at you.
Are ferrets noses supposed to be wet?
A healthy ferret should have a moist nose, free of scales or discharge. Ferret’s noses can become dry after burrowing during naps, but it’s usually nothing to worry about.
How do you know if your ferret is healthy?
Ferret health check
- Behaviour: Your ferrets are most active at dawn and dusk, so that’s the best time to see them having fun!
- Body: When handling your ferrets, take note if they’re sensitive to touch or seem to be in pain.
- Eyes: Check regularly for any signs of discharge from your ferret’s eyes.
Can you put 2 male ferrets together?
But yes, two male ferrets can be kept together in the same cage with no issue. As a matter of fact, male ferrets react even better than females when kept together. But it would be best you get them both castrated to avoid them fighting during breeding seasons.