Ferrets need distemper and rabies shots annually. Canine distemper is a highly contagious, deadly disease; ferrets can get it just from being where an infected animal has been. The only reason not to give a rabies shot is if an allergic reaction nearly causes a ferret to die; those instances are rare. Please get your fuzzies to the vet for their shots asap. Linda [Posted in FML issue 1584]