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My ferret is 2 years old and started coughing 3 days ago. She is eating and drinking and her bowl movements are normal. She is not as active as usual and seems to be sleeping quite a bit. Is there anything we can give her or does she need to see a vet?

Submitted: 48 days and 9 hours ago.
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Posted by Anna 48 days and 8 hours ago.

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Hello,

Since your ferret is eating well and behaving normally, this may be something minor such as a respiratory infection. However, such minor conditions can quickly turn serious if they aren't treated, and coughiing can indicate more seriosu conditions as well. Pneumonia and tumors in the lungs can both produce coughing. A respiratory infection can lead to pneumonia. Your ferret does need to be examined by a vet who can accurately diagnose the problem and provide proper treatment. This link will take you to a directory of ferret vets:

http://ferrethealth.org/vets/

If you have more questions, just let me know by clicking on REPLY. I hope your ferret will quickly recover.

Anna

48 days and 7 hours ago.

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what medication would they prescribe for her

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What they would prescribe depends on what is wrong. For a respiratory infection, they might give Baytril, but each vet has preferences in the antibiotics they use.

Anna

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48 days and 6 hours ago.

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Anna, Thank you so much for your help! I am very worried but will follow your advise. Thank you for being there when I needed you.

Posted by Anna 48 days and 6 hours ago.

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You're welcome. I hope your ferret will quickly reach a full recovery.

Anna

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