>I have 2 girls that have adrenal problems.  One is almost bald and the
>other has a large strip missing down her back.  Is there anything I can
>do to protect their skin from the other ferrets rough play and is there
>anything I can put on them for the dry itchies they get...
 
Hi Tracy ~
 
I've been away for awhile, but read your post.  I work with herbs and
pets.  By making a weak cup of tea of chammomile (the ingredient in
sleepy time tea) from the grocery store, and a few drops(5) of calendula
tincture from your health food store you can make a gentle warm wash.
If your ferrets don't like baths, just gently take a wash cloth and
dribble some of the wash over them twice a day.  Calendula is a number
one herb for all skin problems.  By making a diluted wash it will not
hurt if they lick it and you won't get the problems you get with creams.
 
Warmly ~
 
Mary L. Conley, ND, Herbalist
Conley Farm Organic Herbs
Online Classes  ~ Private Consultations
www.Herbgrow30.com
[Posted in FML issue 4476]