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My new little girl Lady went to the vet on Friday. All the tests they did
(for heartworms, a fecal float, etc.) turned out fine (negative), and she
got her vaccs with no problem. I suspected adrenal gland disease because
of a small amount of hair loss on the base of her tail that I noticed when
I got her. Dr. K. confirmed this and started her on an experimental
medication made from cow adrenal glands, among other things. We will give
her that for a month and then see Dr. K. again. Since she is young and
only in the very early stages of this disease, I would think it is safe to
try this medication and see how it goes. I know I will have other options
too if necessary. Besides, I trust Dr. K. Has anyone else ever used any
meds like this for their ferrets? I don't know much about adrenal gland
disease but now is the time to educate myself on it.
LadyBug does not act sick at all. She gets along just great. A regular
ferret! She has been playing with the boys some. I am still keeping them
in separate cages because McKyle is being a little less gentlemanly than
I'd hoped, but I do see a little improvement everyday, so I am hoping that
soon all will be fine. Merlin accepted LadyBug right from the very start
just like they'd been raised together.
Dooks, everyone!
--Rachelle, McKyle, Merlin, & LadyBug
[Posted in FML issue 2573]
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