I was a member of the FML for quite some time approximately a year ago. I am glad to be back. I write this message in hopes that anyone can give me feedback. Approximately 10 days ago my ferrets (I have four; ages 2-3.5) started to pass green stools that were loose and watery. In addition, they were very "mucussy". In addition, I noticed minor vomiting from one of the ferrets at about that time. Although I have not seen any vomiting since then, as the course of their illness progressed, their stools became extremely watery, and ranged in color from green to a flouresent brownish-yellow. Moreover, I also noticed that their stools gave off an unpleasant antiseptic odor. Last weekend, my vet (who does not have a great deal of experience working with ferrets) checked their stool for parasites, and found none. On Wednesday, I started to become concerned about weight loss. I brought my ferrets to the vet and found that they have all lost between 20-28% of their weight. My vet recommended that we place them on a five day course of Albon. After today, although there is some improvement in their stools in terms of looseness and color, they are still discolored and mucussy. Behaviorally, my ferrets have decreased their activity, but they are not lethargic. Their gums, paws, teeth look good. There is no hair loss either. Percephone, the second youngest however is extremely thin and is becoming weak. I spoke to my vet today and she recommended that I give it another day. I trace their illness to two possible events: 1) I ferret sat 4 of my friends ferrets just prior to their becoming sick--they have never had any real health problems and coninue to be in good health; 2) We just bought new science diet kitten formula and maintenance formula just prior to the onset of their illness. When we noticed their problems, we put them back onto their usual food regimen. I must say that I am at a loss. Could it be the green mystery virus? Heliobactor? Campabactor (sp)???? Has anyone had similar experiences? Does anyone know what is going on? Can anyone recommend possible diagnostic and/or treatment regimens? Any feedback will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Pat Martin [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 2008]