Vomiting:
 
If the ferret is vomiting, it can mean an obstruction (hair ball, foreign
object), upset stomach (ulcer) or the first sign of ECE.  What does your
ferret's stool look like?  Is it thin and stringy (obstruction), dark and
tarry (ulcers) or greenish and snotty (ECE)?
 
Obstruction - as long as the ferret continues to eat on it's own, administer
laxative one hour before or after eating to help coat the object and get it
to pass through.  If ferret stops eating or pooping, get to a vet ASAP.
 
Ulcers - need Amoxicillian (vet) and slippery Elm in a gruel supplement
(duck soup).
 
ECE - treat same as ulcers, just watch out for dehydration and needs
electrolite supplement (Pediolite) and possible fluid injections.
 
Once you tell me more, I can help direct better.
 
To receive a listing of ferret shelters, contacts, vets, suppliers,
breeders, clubs, etc., in your state by mail, send a LONG self addressed
stamped envelope to:
 
STAR* Ferrets
PO Box 1714
Springfield, VA 22151-0714
 
To review the ENTIRE listing, Ask [log in to unmask] for FERRET
DATABASE or visit Ferret Central at http://www.ferretcentral.org/
 
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Pamela E. Troutman, Director
 
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[Posted in FML issue 2276]