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Jun 22, 2015 6:47:04 GMT -5
Post by asha fern on Jun 22, 2015 6:47:04 GMT -5
Hi, great to find this forum. I have registered, just waiting to be accepted, I've had my ferrets (Blossom and Pixie) for about 3 years. They are sisters and they've always got on really well but the last few weeks Blossom has been relentlessly seeking her out and attacking Pixie who is not retaliating. Mostly, when she can, she runs and hides and its obviously wearing her out. They used to sleep together all the time and wouldn’t go to bed alone but now there is one little hammock in their run that Pixie defends and sleeps in on her own. Although there is never any poo, wee or blood I am worried because sometimes Blossom attacks the front of Pixies throat. can you help? Many thanks
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Jun 22, 2015 7:00:19 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2015 7:00:19 GMT -5
Oh wow... thats not nice :c I've never had problems with ferrets like that before, I hope someone pops by to help you out soon!
Maybe you might consider have to get a another hammock for them for now? So Pixie can sleep in?
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Jun 22, 2015 7:13:47 GMT -5
Post by asha fern on Jun 22, 2015 7:13:47 GMT -5
they have lots of different hammocks in their run. But thanks anyway
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Jun 22, 2015 7:19:33 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2015 7:19:33 GMT -5
When was she last seen be a vet? Is her vulva swollen?
A change in behavior towards aggression makes me want to check to insure it isn't adrenal disease.
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Jun 22, 2015 9:43:30 GMT -5
Post by FireAngel on Jun 22, 2015 9:43:30 GMT -5
Adrenal like jadeguppy said is a very common reason for behavior changes, Here is an article that might help you.
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Jun 22, 2015 10:55:00 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2015 10:55:00 GMT -5
Hi and Welcome to the HFF Your account was approved this morning. I haven't dealt with Adrenal, but have seen alot of it on the forum. My best guess is that Blossom may be Adrenal. Their are alot of experienced ferrents on here, when Heather or Sherry sign on, they should offer some advice as to whether they think she is exhibiting signs of Adrenal. If you need any help navigating the forum, just ask. (dance)
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Post by Sherry on Jun 22, 2015 11:10:06 GMT -5
That is my assumption as well. A three month trial of lupron will tell for sure, or if you can get the deslorelin implant that will work even better.
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Jun 22, 2015 13:13:32 GMT -5
Post by Heather on Jun 22, 2015 13:13:32 GMT -5
I agree, those sound like adrenal symptoms to me. DES or Lupron will tell you for sure ciao
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Jun 22, 2015 16:43:20 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2015 16:43:20 GMT -5
Hi, I'm now logged in as registered. thanks for this information. vulva not swollen but has hair loss on shoulder blades but think that's from Pixie nibbles and has had it for a year or more. They had the Jill jab about a couple of months ago so was thinking this will likely cause hormonal disruption? We have been noticing for some time that very occasionally Blossom stops in her tracks, looks deep in thought and then flops before she carries on pouncing around. She has plenty of energy and appears generally to be in good health. Our local vet is unfamiliar with ferrets. From what I've read I'm not convinced it's adrenal. is there a test? as I am reluctant to try the injections through fear of complicating things further. Great to have all your help and experience! Thanks!
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Jun 22, 2015 18:38:15 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2015 18:38:15 GMT -5
There is a test for Adrenal. In the States, it's called the Tennessee Panel. holisticferret60.proboards.com/thread/489/adrenal-disease-treatment-options. Last time I looked, it was quite expensive but maybe costs have come down. If you are outside the States, then you can PM me your country or simply post it and I will find someone who can answer questions about the testing outside of the States. Alot of times, a ferret will simply stop and take a "speed bump". They pause for a short rest and then go on and play. It's also called Flat Ferreting. Keep an eye out on the blank stare though. That can be an indicator of Insulinoma. I don't want to alarm you, it's just that this is the first sign that is usually noticed. If you will allow me to suggest something, I would look around for a good ferret vet. Vets who don't see Ferrets regularly, mean well. However, you want someone who is familiar with normal ferret diseases, ferret meds and accidents that can occur, like a blockage. Something the ferret has eaten and cannot pass, like foam or rubber. It can save you time and money and prevent heartache. We have two vet lists. Take a look thru and see if someone is close to you. Again if not, you can ask for someone to suggest someone and one of us will help you find a member who is close to you. holisticferret60.proboards.com/thread/6/list-vet?page=4holisticferret60.proboards.com/thread/13638/vet-country-stateI hope everything turns out okay for Blossom. Don't hesitate to ask questions, we are here to help. :wave3:
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Jun 22, 2015 22:48:13 GMT -5
Post by FireAngel on Jun 22, 2015 22:48:13 GMT -5
I'm not very knowledgable when it comes to health issues in ferrets but if there was hair loss due to it being pulled out by another ferret wouldn't it grow back? Again only asking because I'm new to ferret health too. Heather @poncesmom
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Jun 23, 2015 2:56:56 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Jun 23, 2015 2:56:56 GMT -5
I think Pixie used to nibble her there a lot so the hair stopped growing back but maybe that isn’t what’s happening, we will keep an eye out for any more of the symptoms of adrenal... thank you for that we do not live in the US, though I’m sure we can find someone here in the UK, thank you for the links much appreciated! :wave3:
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Post by crazylady on Jun 23, 2015 7:54:40 GMT -5
Hi Asha when did she have the jill jab ? was it around 6-8 weeks ago ? if so what you could be seeing is aggression due to a phantom season ( she believes the other ferret is her kit and is trying to dominate her ) the jill jab can also disrupt the hormones but they do settle down is this the first time this year she has had the jill jab ? I will wait for your answers take care bye for now Bev
p.s I am in the uk too
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Jun 23, 2015 9:36:34 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Jun 23, 2015 9:36:34 GMT -5
My Roamy who is aggressive to anyone new, has once or twice pulled out some tufts of hair from Keller. So has Juliet. They leave her alone now, but she is cautious of them and won't play with them yet. In their case, I think they had grabbed her and she pulled away.
In your case, it's sounding more like Adrenal. Heather and Crazylady will be more helpful with that. I haven't had any Adrenal ferrets yet. Knock on Wood.
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Post by Heather on Jun 23, 2015 12:24:45 GMT -5
Hmm, see location changes everything lol. No, not adrenal. Just a wee jill falsing. There will also be a certain amount of coat loss in regards to that too. After a jill jab a wee jill usually goes through a false, so about 42 days (same as the gestation period) then a few weeks of h*ll when they figure out they don't really have any kits to look after. They then turn everyone and everything into kits. They're either caring for or defending against. Lady Lola right now it doing exactly the same thing. Her daughters are fit to be tied as they've once again been relegated to playing the kit part and they don't really want any part of it. There's a lot of hissing and scuffles and I've been bitten 2 or 3 times for having the absolute audacity of putting my hand in the nest to take someone out. You don't need to do anything, except wait it out. It takes a couple of weeks and then things return to normal again ciao
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