I took my ferret to the vet and found out her spleen is swollen, vet gave her some meds to reduce swelling. Couple months later spleen still swollen, now she's losing her hair, and is looking anorexic, even though she's eating regularly and drinking plenty of fluids. She's 7yrs. old already, and her partner died 2 yrs. ago what shall I do. Thniking of outting her to sleep.
2007-03-14 16:43:01 · 11 answers · asked by gr33n 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
She has Spleenomegily........... It's not going to get much better...... My first one had it we did surgery she lasted about another year before going Adrenal....... It's common in older female Ferrets............
It's best to have her Put down... she'll be in less pain that way
2007-03-15 00:32:07 · answer #1 · answered by mdlbldrmatt135 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your ferret is a "senior citizen" of the ferret world. It is very common for ferrets (especially aged ones) to have adrenal problems. Most times there is a surgery that can eliminate the disease.
Have you discussed with your veterinarian any surgical options? Most offer payment plans if you cannot afford on at this time. Then again...there is the age to think about. It is a hard decision to make but YOU will have to make it. :( Some ferrets live till they are 5...some till they are 10 or even 11!
For now, before you go to see the vet again, buy a tub of Duck Soup or a tube of FerriVite (a 'high calorie vitamin' made by 8in1) it may help to boost her up a bit until you make your decision.
Good luck and take care of that fuzz-butt!
2007-03-15 00:48:35 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hate when animals have to go bye bye...=(
So make her natural essence things like herb to make her heal...
Symptoms of Spleen Qi Deficiency
Weakness, lethargy
Pale, bright face
Shallow breathing
Low, soft voice
Little desire to speak
Poor appetite
Prolonged headache
Fatigue
Loose stools
Lethargy
Dizziness
Tired eyes
Dislike cold greasy foods
Headache after exertion
Symptoms are worse in the morning
Abdominal discomfort which feels better when pressure is applied
Indigestion
Bloating and gas
Weak limbs
Tongue
Pale or normal tongue. May have swollen sides
Pulse
Weak pulse
Related Conditions
Gastric or duodenal ulcer
Dyspepsia
Hepatitis
Anemia
Herbs Used For Spleen Qi Deficiency
These are just some of the herbs that are believed to help spleen qi deficiency
# Codonopsis
# Ginseng
# Astragalus
# Jujube Dates
Foods to Strengthen the Spleen
# Beef
# Root vegetables
# Warm foods
# Soups
# Warming spices, such as black pepper, ginger, cumin
2007-03-14 17:15:13 · answer #3 · answered by <3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Something is causing the spleen to swell... Go back to your vet and ask him/her to run some detailed blood work to find out what is the cause. Is surgery and option? If it's killing her slowly best to put her down easy, don't prolong the suffering... I had 2 ferrets Romeo and Juliet best pets I ever owned...Kept me in stitches from morning until night..
Best of Luck to you whatever the choice may be
2007-03-14 17:09:44 · answer #4 · answered by double_klicks 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask your vet if removing the spleen will help. Some times that makes things all better.
2007-03-14 16:46:30 · answer #5 · answered by katie d 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-30 22:52:45 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like she has adrenal disease.very common in ferrets especially Marshall ferrets.you vet of course will need to make that call however,you may want to get her accustomed to 'duck soup when she starts to loose her appetite you can at least feed hae something substantial.
mix together ensure vanilla i can,1/2 cup of her food 1/2 cup of powdered milk and1 1/2 cup of water.
you will need to imprint this food on your ferret. They dont like change so she will probably not like it at first. put a little on her noes every once in a while to make her taste it.good luck
2007-03-14 17:09:14 · answer #7 · answered by christy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
see if you can get another vets opinion on what to do since the first vet's treatment didn't help her. if you have no other option then putting her to sleep to end her suffering may be the best thing you can do for your poor girl. i hope she gets better.
2007-03-14 18:57:03 · answer #8 · answered by MommyCaleb 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
7 years old is very very old in ferret life. i think it is time for her to go to. i am very sorry for saying this also. the life span of a ferret is 6-8 years old. my prayers go out to you and your loved one>
2007-03-15 13:22:10 · answer #9 · answered by dekitty1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know anything about ferrets but I suggest you call a veterinarian.
2007-03-14 16:57:05 · answer #10 · answered by Hayleyy♡ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋