It is with much sadness that the Oregon Ferret Shelter has put itself into self-quarantine due to a recent outbreak of distemper in the shelter. A stray was picked up about 3 weeks ago and quarantined, but developed signs of distemper. The animal was euthanized by the vets recommendation. All ferrets were all vaccinated at the shelter prior to his arrival. Dr Garner of ZooPath Pathology Lab stated that it is an unusual strain of distemper and that all vaccinated animals should not have gotten distemper. We have had 9 ferrets come down with the virus. He also stated that the animals that got the virus could have been given a bad batch of vaccine. If your ferret is due a vaccine within next few months it is recommended that you consult your veterinarian regarding an early revaccination. All ferrets at the shelter were revaccinated. Feel free to call if you have any further questions. Chris Mathis 503-557-8369 or e-mail me privately at [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 2955]