I want to have my ferret vaccinated, what can I expect and what kind of vaccines will be used? What kind of reactions and side affects should I be aware of? I also want to have him neutered, what kind of side effects and reactions should I look for? How long will it take him to recover?
Carole Falucho says:
December 01st, 2008 at 08:58 PM
Normally ferrets are given a distemper vaccine that is made especially for ferrets, and a 3 year rabies vaccine. The vaccines are usually not an issue, but there is always a risk of a reaction. Some ferret owners prefer to have vcaccines done individually. I.E. The distemper one week, and the rabies the next, instead of on the same day. Neutering is usually pretty straight forward as well, make sure you choose a veterinarian with experience with ferrets and ferret surgeries. Most ferrets sold today are already neutered or spayed. Did you get Jamal at a pet store? If so, you should contact them, he is probably already neutered. Recovery is pretty quick, and there are usually no issues. Make suere you talk with your veterinarian first and find out all the details and their experince with ferrets.
Thank you and good luck with Jamal
Carole
Lisa says:
December 04th, 2008 at 10:36 AM
Thanks so much, I found this very helpful. This is the best site ever, I have a lot of pets and am a little paranoid when they get sick, so it's nice to know that there's people out there that can help!!
Carole Falucho says:
December 08th, 2008 at 08:23 PM
That's what we are here for.............Have a happy holiday, and I wish you all the best with Jamal! Carole
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