>If some one has a solution, I would appreciate some advise.  I have
>an appointment with a new vet, Sunday, who treats ferrets more often
>that the vet I usually see for the cats. Chip is starting to lose
>weight, and is getting more lethargic.
 
I know that you mentioned blood work being done and that there was no sign
of lymphoma - I would caution you to take that with a grain of salt, as
lymphoma does not always (or often) show up clearly in bloodwork, and the
only way to truly diagnose it is with a biopsy.  However, you do not
mention if other bloodwork than a cell count was checked, such as a blood
sugar level, or an ADV test, or other chemistry analyses.  Were x-rays
taken of his spine?  Does he have pain sensation in his legs, and is
simply unable to control them, or does he have no feeling at all?
 
Was he placed on any medication?
 
I am uncomfortable with the statement that a 6 year old ferret should be
expected to have problems of this nature - I have seen many, many ferrets
older than six with no problems at all.  I strongly recommend getting more
testing done, and that you find out why this is happening before making
any hasty decisions.
 
Good luck - I hope it turns out to be something treatable.
 
Dr. Ruth
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[Posted in FML issue 3652]