>From: Ruby Supe <[log in to unmask]>
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>What do you guys really think of vaccinating ferrets? I have just met
>for the first time someone who is against vaccinations, they claim they
>have been to 2 knowledgeable (as knowledgeable as you can get in some
>parts of Florida) vets who convince them that they don't need vaccines
>for their ferrets and that the shots they get as babies are good enough..
Dear Ruby;
99% of all ferrets need vaccinations. The other 1% don't get vaccinations
for a variety of reasons(e.g. medical,) but their owners are very careful
with them and any outside exposure to a disease.
How this other person could believe such a thing is beyond my scope of
comprehension. I truly believe that not having your pet ferret vaccinated
verges on a sick kind of cruelty. This is just my opinion.
I grew up in Florida and know many people there now. I know no vets that
would give out advice like that. If the vets in this persons area are not
very knowledgeable, then I suggest this person find a more knowledgeable
(preferably ferret knowledgeable) vet.
Donna(and my 7 fuzzy owners)
[Posted in FML issue 3799]