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Post by Deleted on Mar 7, 2012 20:20:36 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Mar 7, 2012 20:21:38 GMT -5
if ferrets can get pneumonia, then i can very well assume they can get kennel cough...
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Post by Sherry on Mar 7, 2012 21:57:12 GMT -5
Evidently, yes! www.cypresskeep.com/Ferretfiles/Diseases-FM.htmBordatella bronchiseptia (kennel cough) is normal to be carried by dogs, cats, humans, and ferrets; the disease asserts itself when the immune system is stressed or when the animal is exposed to high concentrations (such as when boarding your ferret in a dog kennel). Do not treat ferrets with preventive dog medications (nasal drops); these can CAUSE bordatella; treat with antibiotics post-infection.
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Post by Heather on Mar 7, 2012 21:58:50 GMT -5
Yes, ferrets can get bordetella "The answer is yes, ferrets do get 'kennel cough' most commonly from going into kennels shared with dogs or when boarding at the vets. The symptoms are similar to those of the dog- and are recognized as being the same syndrome in ferrets. If he continues to suffer,and goes off his food, then treatment should be sought at your vets- he may require antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs for his throat." Read more: Ferrets if exposed by an infected dog, can ferrets get kennel - JustAnswer www.justanswer.com/veterinary/3mgkc-ferrets-exposed-infected-dog-ferrets-kennel.htmlciao
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Post by Deleted on Mar 7, 2012 22:02:23 GMT -5
so sherry, my next question is...... is their anything i can give the ferrets to boost there imune system until this is over?
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Post by Deleted on Mar 7, 2012 22:06:36 GMT -5
heather, my vet put him on 2 meds. doxycycline 300 mg twice a day for 10 days, and temeril-p twice a day.
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Post by Heather on Mar 7, 2012 22:25:51 GMT -5
Here's some information:
Most uncomplicated cases of Kennel Cough usually resolve themselves without any treatment within 7 - 14 days. For symptomatic relief your veterinarian may prescribe a cough suppressant, nebulizer, or short term steroids. He may also choose to prescribe antibiotics if the symptoms are severe or to lessen the chance of a secondary bacterial infection. The most commonly used antibiotics include Clavamox, trimethoprim sulfonamide and doxycycline. ACTION: The exclusive Temaril-P formula combines the antipruritic (relief of itching) and antitussive (relief of cough) action of trimeprazine with the anti-inflammatory action of prednisolone. A therapeutic effect is attained by administering the tablets twice daily. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE:
1. Antipruritic: Temaril-P is recommended for the relief of itching regardless of cause. Its usefulness has been demonstrated for the relief of itching and the reduction of inflammation commonly associated with most skin disorders of dogs such as the eczema caused by internal disorders, otitis, and dermatitis (allergic, parasitic, pustular, and nonspecific). It often relieves pruritis which does not respond to other therapy. With any pruritus treatment, the cause should be determined and corrected; otherwise, signs are likely to recur following discontinuance of therapy.
2. Antitussive: Temaril-P has been found to be effective therapy and adjunctive therapy in various cough conditions of dogs. Therefore, in addition to its antipruritic action, Temaril-P is recommended for the treatment of “kennel cough” or tracheobronchitis, bronchitis including all allergic bronchitis and infections and coughs of nonspecific origin. (Coughs due to cardiac insufficiencies would not be expected to respond to Temaril-P therapy.) As with any antitussive treatment, the etiology of the cough should be determined and eliminated if possible. Otherwise, symptoms are likely to recur following discontinuance of therapy.
Hope this helps ciao
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Post by Deleted on Mar 7, 2012 22:41:18 GMT -5
Hmm, I thought bordetella was species-specific... guess you learn something new every day!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 7, 2012 23:03:37 GMT -5
Well, I knew cats got kennel cough...
and ferrets are kinda similar to cats with what they can and can't catch..
So..i figured hey if cats get pneumonia and ferrets get it too...how hard can it be for a ferret to catch a kennel cough going around? So...I was like "eh, not that hard..."
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