>From: Ruby Supe <[log in to unmask]> > >What do you guys really think of vaccinating ferrets? I have just met >for the first time someone who is against vaccinations, they claim they >have been to 2 knowledgeable (as knowledgeable as you can get in some >parts of Florida) vets who convince them that they don't need vaccines >for their ferrets and that the shots they get as babies are good enough.. Dear Ruby; 99% of all ferrets need vaccinations. The other 1% don't get vaccinations for a variety of reasons(e.g. medical,) but their owners are very careful with them and any outside exposure to a disease. How this other person could believe such a thing is beyond my scope of comprehension. I truly believe that not having your pet ferret vaccinated verges on a sick kind of cruelty. This is just my opinion. I grew up in Florida and know many people there now. I know no vets that would give out advice like that. If the vets in this persons area are not very knowledgeable, then I suggest this person find a more knowledgeable (preferably ferret knowledgeable) vet. Donna(and my 7 fuzzy owners) [Posted in FML issue 3799]