Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Common procedures in the pet ferret.
- Journal:
- The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice
- Year:
- 2006
- Authors:
- Castanheira de Matos, Ricardo Emanuel & Morrisey, James K
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences · United States
Plain-English summary
Ferrets are becoming more popular pets in North America and Europe, and they can be treated in most small animal veterinary clinics. Taking care of ferrets not only offers veterinarians a chance to work with different cases but can also be beneficial for the clinic's income since many ferret owners have more than one. The methods used to diagnose and support ferrets are quite similar to those used for dogs and cats, but there are some unique features that make these procedures easier to understand and carry out. Overall, this information can help pet owners feel more confident about the care their ferrets receive at the vet.
Abstract
The domestic ferret is an increasingly popular pet in North America and Europe and may easily be incorporated into the structure and workings of most small animal hospitals. Not only does treatment of ferrets provide case diversity and intellectual challenges to the veterinarian but it may increase revenue, because most ferret owners have several ferrets. The diagnostic and supportive care procedures used commonly in ferrets are similar to those used in dogs and cats. This article presents the common diagnostic and supportive care procedures used in ferrets, with special emphasis on some of the unique aspects that make these procedures easier to learn and perform.
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