Anemia as a result of kidney failure is a common problem.  Yes, you can do
something about it!  The product called Epogen can be given (200 units/kg)
SQ 3 times a week to stimulate the bone marrow to make more red blood
cells.  (In kidney failure the kidneys no longer make enough erythropoietin
to stimulate the bone marrow, so Epogen is given to stimulate the bone
marrow.) You can also give SQ fluids at home to help the kidneys, and use a
vitamin/mineral supplement like Pet Tinic to help increase the red blood
cells.  Besides a kidney transplant that is all we can do.
 
Hope that helps,
Jerry Murray, DVM
 
[Sukie note: as far as anyone on the list knows a kidney transplant has
not been tried on a ferret.]
[Posted in FML issue 3408]