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Expert	Average Ratings	Expertise
Ailigh Vanderbush U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.76 Clarity of Response 9.70 Timeliness 9.85 Politeness 9.78 Total Questions 720	I am a certified pet behaviorist and own a consultation business. I can answer questions about all aspects of ferret care, especially behavior problems. I am not a vet, but can direct you to exotic vets if needed. Feel free to check out my web site www.animalia.us
Emilee Andrews U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.94 Clarity of Response 9.86 Timeliness 9.71 Politeness 9.89 Total Questions 506	I can answer questions for people that are considering a ferret or are the new owners of a ferret. I can answer questions about basic ferret care such as: their eating habits, their drinking habits, what are appropriate snacks and different types of foods to feed the ferret, the basics of ferret sickness and caring for the ill ferret, cage setup and requirements, grooming (such as nail trimming, bathing, ear cleaning, etc.) litter box training, ideas for toys and games, behavior problems (such as nipping and other things) and ferret proofing. I can also help out with the adoption process and finding your lost ferret and I can tell you the basic things to do and what to look out for when caring for a ferret. If I can't answer a question, I'll do my best to point you in the direction of someone who can. I can also help you find a vet for your ferret if you don't have one yet. I absolutely CANNOT give a definitive diagnosis of a ferret's malady. If there is an emergency situation with your ferret please have it examined by a proper ferret veterinarian.
Cindy Petrauskas U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.93 Clarity of Response 9.83 Timeliness 9.86 Politeness 9.97 Total Questions 383	I have owned these little weasels for over 15 years. While I cannot diagnose a condition, I feel confident to have gained enough knowledge to answer most questions concerning general health, nutrition, training, safety, cage requirements, games, grooming, vaccination, behavior, nipping, adoption, care of ill and elderly, and common symptoms of diseases. I have personally witnessed adrenal tumors, malignant cancer and liver failure in my own pets, and have seem many other conditions at my job as a vet technician for four years. Now I am studying for my doctorate in veterinary medicine, but as previously mentioned, I cannot diagnose a condition. That can only be done by a licensed veterinarian. I will, however, do my very best to answer any questions to the best of my ability.
Cassie U.S. On Vacation returns 11/24/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.91 Clarity of Response 9.89 Timeliness 9.89 Politeness 9.87 Total Questions 128	I have owned ferrets for a little under 11 years. I am not a vet and cannot diagnose an illness. I am knowledgeable enough to answer most questions dealing with care of ill and elderly, general well-being, adoption process , training, safety(ferret proofing), housing requirements, engaging and mind enhancing games, grooming, vaccination, behavior, nipping,nutrition, and common symptoms of diseases. I can direct anyone to a ferret friendly veterinarian. I will, however, do my very best to answer any questions to the best of my ability. I have personally dealt with most ferret illnesses.
Jacquie Rodgers U.S. On Vacation returns 11/30/2009 View Profile View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.96 Clarity of Response 9.96 Timeliness 10.0 Politeness 10.0 Total Questions 993	Being a ferret owner for over 14 years, I can answer questions about general care, cage ideas and requirements, healthy foods and snacks, things to beware of as far as safety issues with ferrets, common causes of intestinal blockages, appropriate housing, litterbox training, making bathtime fun, toys, games galore, outdoor excursions, "Do`s and Don`ts", how to ferretproof your home, traveling with ferrets by car and airlines, proper temperatures for ferret environment, how to set up a hospital cage, IBS (irritable bowel) in ferrets, helicobacter (ulcers), adrenal disease symptoms, how to help your ferret recover quickly, happily and safely from surgeries; common problems with ferret ownership, illnesses; and taking care of a sick ferrets, hospice and palliative care, ferret death and choices that must be made when a ferret dies, memorializing your ferret online and in your daily life. WHAT I CAN`T DO: I can`t take the place of your ferret vet; if your ferret appears sick,PLEASE have your ferret examined by a ferret vet IMMEDIATELY. Proper and EARLY vet care is PRIORITY #1 for sick ferrets. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR A SICK FERRET - PLEASE, IF IN DOUBT, GET THEM TO A VET!

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2009-11-16 What kind of ferret to intorduce:

Hi Abbie: First, so sorry about your loss. I'm glad you're considering another ferret and hope you'll do it before Odin does have symptoms. Sometimes they stop eating, playing or can otherwise be affected

2009-11-16 Digging in litter box:

This is challenging because ferrets are not always good at using a litterbox. They are also natural diggers, so we have two problems combined into one and it can be an issue. I would first suggest that

2009-11-15 adrenal ferret:

Hi Beverly: My ferret gets 2mg Leuprolide Depot - it is intended to be a six month injection, but is generally accepted that it only lasts about three or four months. Like you, my math isn't good

2009-11-15 my ferret falkar:

Hi congrats on the ferret I love the name. To sex a ferret look the the belly if it looks like your ferret has a belly button then it is a male and that is not a belly button. If it is a female then

2009-11-14 Sudden Biting:

Hello Zoe, It sounds like your little guy is showing some sexual aggression. Since he has not been neutered, his testosterone levels are undoubtly elevated. This often causes abnormal aggression in