>From: Charter <[log in to unmask]> >Subject: Ferrets and Milk > >Is milk bad for ferrets, or should I allow him to have a bit now and >then? Most adult ferrets are lactose intolerant and milk will give them the runs. There are exceptions and trying them on it is the only way I know to tell about the particular ferret. There isn't much in milk that a ferret needs anyway. Heavy whipping cream is good if you are trying to put weight on a ferret and usually there isn't enought lactose to cause problems. When I need to give heavy whipping cream I crush 4 Lactaid (or other lactase enzyme) tablets and mix it into a half pint and let it set for a few minutes before giving. I have Lactaid Tablets on hand because I'm intolerant myself and I like a little ice cream now and then. -- Russ & Bonnie URA Redneck if dad walks you to school because he's in the same grade. [Posted in FML issue 4775]