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Information about common diseases and health concerns in pet ferrets, including adrenal disease, insulinomas, and aleutian disease (ADV).
Adrenal Disease in Ferrets
Adrenal disease is a very common disease of ferrets (at least in America), with the primary sign being hair loss. Find out more about signs to watch for, with links to excellent information about this condition.
Aleutian Disease Virus (ADV) in Ferrets
While not a new disease, this devastating disease is getting more attention. Find out a bit about the ADV in ferrets and how you can help fight it.
Ferrets and the Flu
Remember during flu season that ferrets can catch it too.
Insulinoma in Pet Ferrets
Signs, diagnosis, and treatment options for insulinomas which are likely the most common tumor seen in pet ferrets. Unfortunately, the tumors are most often malignant although they can usually be managed with surgery and/or medication for a significant length of time.
Epizootic Catarrhal Enteritis
Information sheet on the treatment and prevention of ECE (Green Slime, Greenies), from the Ferret Lovers' Club of Texas.
Ferret Health Care
Excellent group of articles on diseases and medical care of pet ferrets, from the South Florida Ferret Help Line.
Pathology of the Ferret
Excellent information on common ferret health problems by Dr. Bruce Williams, one of the leading ferret experts in the US.

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