xHOUNDx 33 Posted June 21, 2012 Report Share Posted June 21, 2012 Anyone else's ferrets moulting ? my jills fur is coming out in clumps get in the back of your throat lol theres ferret fur all over the garden ha ha Quote Link to post
theferreter 311 Posted June 21, 2012 Report Share Posted June 21, 2012 all ferrets go through the molt in the summer months mate 1 Quote Link to post
xHOUNDx 33 Posted June 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2012 all ferrets go through the molt in the summer months mate she looks right ugly now haha got a hob coming next week see how they get on Quote Link to post
Deano71 4 Posted June 21, 2012 Report Share Posted June 21, 2012 I'm not saying its anything but moult but. Look out for other bits too just to make sure she's ok. I found this little bit on web.... There might be one or more reasons that your ferret is losing fur, ranging from being normal to being a serious illness. Please take time to moniter your ferrets heath to prevent serious complications. If your ferret does not regrow fur, then the probable cause is an illness or disease that needs prompt veterinary care. The most common cause of ferret fur loss is Adrenal disease (thought to be caused by neutering too young) - Hormonal changes. Your ferret needs veterianarian care or advice Seasonal change - this is normal, most ferrets naturally shed their fur twice a year - they will shed fur in the fall to grow back thicker and in the spring to grow less fur - some ferrets shed more than others, almost looking bald, but it will regrow and this also depends on the climate they are kept in or their environment Hair loss on the tail - blocked pores or "blackheads" Malnutrition or malnourished, poor nutrition - Feed your ferret a high quality food specially formulated for ferrets Food allergies or topical irritants - Do not use cat, human or dog products on ferrets, only products specific to ferrets only. Parasites - fleas Skin infection or skin conditions - ferrets don't need baths, dry their skin out, makes them itch Stress - ferrets are not caged animals, you only cage them for protection, loss of fur can be caused by not enough exercise and caged for too long. Quote Link to post
xHOUNDx 33 Posted June 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2012 ok cheers for that, i'll keep an eye on her but i think its just moult, shes fed raw everyday and has all day out in the run while i'm at work, Quote Link to post
Deano71 4 Posted June 21, 2012 Report Share Posted June 21, 2012 Adrenal is the one I'd look out for. If hair doesn't come through. There are other signs of adrenal on the web. Mine are going through their moult but have never looked like big patches missing and I know adrenal ferrets do. But they are all different, so best to just keep an eye out 1 Quote Link to post
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