Hi there,
I have noticed a lot of posts on ferret sneezing, sluggishness, and colds,
so I thought I would respond openly.
Roxana started sneezing violently right after Christmas. I thought it would
pass, and was unable to even get out of bed since I was sick with the flu.
Feeling better the next day, I got her out of the cage and noticed her body
was warmer than normal and she was still sneezing.
Well, to make a long story short, I called Kelleen and she recommended I
give her Children's Benadryl (alcohol free) about 1/2 to 1 cc every 3-4
hours, depending on her weight. I got some Children's Allergy Benadryl
(same main ingredient) and gave her between 1/2 cc and 1 cc. Instead of
giving it to her every 3-4 hours, I gave it to her when she would wake up
and start sneezing again (about 5-6 hours). That way, I didn't have to wake
her up and annoy her to give her medicine, better to just let her sleep as
much as possible.
However, since I have 3 ferrets, they seem to be passing it back and forth
between them, so the vet gave me some antibiotics to give them.
As far dosage, I gave Roxana between 1/2 and 1 cc because she is heavier
than the others, even though she is the youngest. I gave Snoopy 1/2 cc
since she is the lightest (vet weighs her at 1 3/4 lbs, though she doesn't
feel that heavy). If you are not sure of the dosage, then go with the
smallest. Kelleen told me to give her 1/2 cc and, if she is still sneezing
after the first hour, give her another 1/2 cc.
Also, make sure they eat and drink LOTS of water. I didn't have a problem
with mine, but keep an eye on them.
If you have any questions, let me know. Sometimes when I type something, I
don't clarify as much as I should.
Dee
[Posted in FML issue 1809]
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