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Date: | Mon, 28 May 2001 23:12:50 -0400 |
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>...We recently had a stray dog in the house with distemper. The dog had
>to be put down. But then the 8 months old male started showin signs of
>illness(runny nose and ears, thick callous like growths on feet and ears,
>and #1 sign of a sick ferret he didn't want to play). We took all to the
>vet. The two females were given shots for distemper... Miss Kitty then
>got sick and the Vet put her on the same medication. She died 2 week
>later. Bubba then entered the hospital. After 4 weeks of constant care
>and medication, he got better...
Had Bubba been vaccinated for Distemper? Sure sounds like what he had -
did you run any actual distemper tests (conjunctival swabs, for example)?
Ferrets and other animals that have been vaccinated can contract a mild
form of the disease, and survive. Ferrets that are incompletely vaccinated
or immune-compromised don't have much of a chance.
Hope this helps,
-Dr. Karen
DISCLAIMER:
This e-mail is provided for general informational purposes only. It is in
no way intended as a replacement for a consultation with a qualified
licensed veterinarian. If you are concerned about your pet's health, you
should seek the advice of your regular veterinarian as soon as possible.
[Posted in FML issue 3432]
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