Hi All,
 
I just relocated to southeast Charlotte, NC (Ballantyne area) from
Chicago, and wondered if anyone can personally recommend an experienced
ferret knowledgeable Vet in this area.  My little trooper Frances is
almost seven, and has been through ECE, adrenal disease, and a benign
tumor resulting in the removal of one of her tiny toes (I think on that
one she had surgery envy after I had a bunion removed!).  At her last
check-up, her vet wanted to keep an eye on some elevated liver functions
and a pronounced heart arythmia (ongoing since she was a kit).  She is
very tiny (1 pound, 3 ounces), so I am looking for someone who really has
a lot of experience with ferrets.  Her last Vet, who was wonderful, was
marveling at having performed surgery on such a tiny fert.
 
I have been referred to the Carolina Vet Specialists in Huntersville (by
a nice girl at with ferrets at a pet shop there), which is about a half
hour away from me, who have exotic Vets on staff, as well as a 24-hour
emergency on-call exotic Vet (which is very comforting to know).  I don't
mind the driving distance for a good Vet, but would appreciate any
feedback regarding that clinic or anything closer.  You may email me
personally with any ideas/experiences/recommendations, etc.
 
Thanks,
Nora & Frances (enjoying the weather!)
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[Posted in FML issue 4671]