**The advice dispensed by myself in reference to FML postings is not meant
to supplant the advice of veterinarians who are in charge of the patient.
If the patient is not currently under the care of a veterinarian, the client
is recommended to take their ferret to one.**
 
>From:    "M. JOYT" <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Ear-mites transferable?
 
Yes, ear mites are contagious and perhaps they can be transmitted by sharing
common areas.  A more likely route is direct contact between pets.
 
>From:    shanon &/or Mitch <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: balckheads on tail and missing hair
 
Blackheads on ferrets tails can be treated with a non-toxic benzoyl peroxide
cream (such as Oxydex from your vet s).
 
Mike Dutton, DVM, DABVP
Weare Animal Hospital
Weare, NH, USA
[Posted in FML issue 1765]