ferrets loosing most of fur.

[contrysports]

dose anyone know my ferret has lost its fur on its belly and it looks like its been shaved?

 

any tips on getting it better are much appriciated.

[ttab]

The most common cause of ferret fur loss is Adrenal disease (thought to be caused by neutering too young) - Hormonal changes. Your ferret would need veterinarian care or advice in this case.

 

Seasonal change - This is normal, most ferrets naturally shed their fur twice a year. They will shed fur in the fall to grow a thicker coat, and in the spring to grow less fur. Some ferrets shed more than others, almost looking bald, but it will regrow and this also depends on the climate they are kept in or their environment

 

Malnutrition or poor nutrition - Feed your ferret a high quality food specially formulated for ferrets. If you have changed her diet recently, this could be a cause.

 

Food allergies or topical irritants - Do not use cat, human or dog products on ferrets, only products specific to ferrets only. Many times, a new toy is introduced that contains lead or other caustic metals (topical irritant).

 

Parasites - Are there fleas on the house, or other pets with fleas?

 

Skin infection or skin conditions - Ferrets don't need baths, it dry their skin out and makes them itch.

 

Stress - Ferrets are not caged animals, you only cage them for protection. Loss of fur can be caused by not enough exercise and being caged for too long.

 

If your ferret does not regrow its fur, then the probable cause is an illness or disease that needs prompt veterinary care

[contrysports]

thanks great help but it hasent been neuted so hopefully nothing serious ill let you know how we get on

[kipper]

our ferret started losing his fur, gave him some ferret vitamin paste and he recovered very quickly, you can buy this from pets at home in the ferret section and it is in a tube like tooth paste. good stuff.