When I first got Ramirez, I noticed that when he got overexcited, worn-out, stressed or surprised, he would 'pant' quite a few times, often falling over as well. It didn't seem to bother him too much in any way, he would keep running and playing after, and he always ate fine. Everythings still the same, however he's not started having really violent sneezing attacks as well, that will last for a few minutes. They are definatly not the same little sneezy attacks ferrets have when they've stuffed their nose in a dusty corner. I took him to the vet, who says his lungs are clear, but there is a slight problem in his upper throat. He's been given some injections and left at that.. However, it's not making much difference, as far as I can tell. It is not a ferret experienced vet, I think I'm the only person who brings ferrets in. The attacks are fairly rare, maybe once or twice every day or two. Has anyone got any idea what could be causing this? - Reet [Posted in FML issue 2556]