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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-11-18 | Abbie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Very quick and clear response, really happy with the advice. Thank you so much!! |
| 2009-11-15 | beverly | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for getting right back to me, I hope the lupron will work for him because I think the vet is not overly experienced with the surgery. She said she would only operate if the left gland was involved, if it is the right she would send me to Kansas City where the vet has better vascular equipment, this makes sense to me. I have been looking for a pet loss support group in the area, I am pretty depressed and upset about this so I really appreciate your kind words and good advice. |
| 2009-10-31 | Chelsea | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much, i never realized the urgency of his problems with urinating.. It's hard to hear that surgery is his only option now because it is so unbelievably expensive.. I need to take him back to the vet right away... :( Thank you again, you've help me more than you could possibly know.. |
| 2009-10-29 | Emilia | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-10-23 | GREG | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for the quick responce, I have a visit scheduled with her normal vet tomorrow. If I have any more questions, I will be sure to ask. |
| 2009-10-18 | Tara | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for the website I can't wait to go find out more! |
| 2009-10-18 | Natalie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much for all the great information!! |
| 2009-10-16 | nicole | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank you so much for all of the helpful information. i just want to take care of my little one the best that i can. it was also very helpful to know the different ratings of food types so i will know what is most healthy. |
| 2009-10-08 | Sam | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks! =D I had heard a rumor about them introducing the bigger european ferret stock but wasn't sure if they had actually done it or not. We are well versed on deaf ferrets he is a deaf sable from a defect in his ear he has a little 3% hearing in one ear. But from the moment I received him we have been working on hand signals and vibration training and everything is going fantastically! Thanks for you quick response it is greatly appreciated for me and my cat sized fuzzbutt. |
| 2009-10-08 | Amethyst | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | Yes | This was someone who really knew what he was talking about. He helped me to understand what might be wrong with my ferret and he was really polite about it. He also offered websites and brands of food than might help. |
| 2009-10-01 | humberto | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank you so much for your support and help, i will buy the book and contact the local breeder, and i have the ferrets separate and i am researching alot about ferrets!!! thank you so much!!! |
| 2009-09-27 | Sherry | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much! This response has really helped me! I really appreciated the way I could tell you really cared about my ferret. Once again, thank you! |
| 2009-09-27 | brenda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thank u so much and in case you worried i do have enough time for him i only work 2 days out of a week but i was hoping for another one to keep him cheery when i am at work but thank u so much 4 your help |
| 2009-09-25 | Danielle | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for your response - I might hit a thrift store this weekend for a cheap ferret/baby toy. And you were right, they were all lazy and mellow last night, but tonight they were FLYING around the room at playtime!! It really put a smile on my face. :) |
| 2009-09-22 | Mary | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank You for your time & your input I'm glad to hear the love that somebody else holds for their kids. Honestly wouldn't know what to do without mine. Mary |
| 2009-09-19 | Tammy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your time and wisdom. My question was answered quickly Thanks again Jacquie! I am off to get some potty boxes and Mothers Nature!! |
| 2009-09-16 | Heather | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-09-16 | Mary | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-09-14 | Christine | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for your time and caring. I appreciate your timely reply. History for you in case you were curious: I had rescued him and his brother from a naval family that was moving and didn't want them anymore. I've had them over a year. I tend to take in ferrets so had gotten to six and was getting a little over whelmed with all the cleaning. A friend of mine owned ferrets before and always loved playing with mine when she came over. I gave those two to her a week ago. She said he was fine the day before, woke up yesterday morning and he was at the bottom of the cage with blood pooled around his mouth. Again thank you for the time and caring. |
| 2009-09-12 | Amanda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your help, Jacquie. Your response to my question contained some helpful tips and I can really use those right now. Alfredo stayed in the hospital for four days, where his blood glucose was monitored and regulated. He began eating more regularly and his energy level increased. He is now at home again with us and may turn out to be okay. My vet has informed me that he may live for a while (months to two years) depending on other factors such as if his condition worsens or he develops any new problems. We are just very glad that he came out of that critical state and we can have some more time with him. Thanks again for your help. |
| 2009-09-09 | Liz | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you SO MUCH Jacquie! This was extremely helpful. I really appriciate this feedback and will definitely get back to you with an update. Thanks again and have a great day!! |
| 2009-09-07 | JAY | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | gave me very good advice to ask my veterinarian when I take him in shortly. My vet is very knowledgeable, but never considered the injections. WIll definately be asking if it is an appropriate course of treatment for my little fuzzy |
| 2009-08-06 | Tonya | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your help. I have the Marshall's flea and tick and the conditioner and the daily spritz, and yes it does help some. Thank you again so much and I will ferret proof my home because I dont like animals in a cage except at night when I cant see him. |
| 2009-07-30 | raven | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thanks for your help |
| 2009-07-29 | Kassie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for your info. I am going to start trying this strategy as soon as I get home. Yes I have tried the wiggle the finger thing too (I think at that point he pretends to be blind too) Kassie |
| 2009-07-27 | precioustj | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I want to thank you for your advise and your candidness. It has been a struggle as to whether or not to put them down but they both are still very playful when they are up to it. It is a hard decision to make as I have had them both for such a long time. They have both been there for me in time of emotional need and can not imagine them gone but I will take it day by day. The baby oil run is a great idea and will start that today. THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR KIND WORDS AND PRAYERS!! |
| 2009-02-16 | christine | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | very very very helpful =) |
| 2009-02-06 | Jessica | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much. I called the pet store and he is taking care of the problem. |
| 2009-02-04 | Jill Anderson | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Awesome! This is the type of answer i was looking for. Not the whole "Spoil" her approach. Im so sorry to hear about your girl passing =( it is very very sad. Its very funny though! When I see Polli in her cage and i wake her up I always say "Good morning stinker!" hahaha! Thanks for your help! I will definately come to you for future advice! |
| 2009-02-02 | Jennifer | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you and yes i let them both play as long as their precious big (big being full of love) hearts want. and I know that Gizmo is happier with Gonzo because he was sleeping with him instead of his favorite place to sleep. It was the most amazing and cutest thing i ever saw I love both as they where my own children because they are my babies I will get back to you about the vet check up. no amount of money is to much for me i will pay as much as i can to keep both healthy Thank you so much |
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Answers by Expert:
Jacquie Rodgers
Expertise
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!
Experience
I ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS WITHIN 12 HRS OF RECEIPT but I cannot control when the system delivers your question to me.
F.Y.I.GENERAL FERRET CARE/INFORMATION:
http://www.cypresskeep.com/ferretarticles.htm
*/*FIRST AID FOR FERRETS: http://miamiferret.org/fhc/ffaid.htm
*/*FIND A VET HERE: http://www.ferretcentral.org/for-others/db-vets.html
I have nursed ferrets through many illnesses and a variety of diseases over the years.Ferrets are so very delicate, yet incredibly strong-willed; a well-loved ferret will fight courageously to live if given proper medical care, monitoring, and especially lots of TLC. A ferret can entertain for hours on end when they know they are the center of attention; and they can make even the grumpiest person laugh through life's difficulties. They do require a LOT of time, love and daily care, but the love you give a ferret always comes back to you tenfold! I dedicate the time I spend helping others here to my precious little ones who have gone to the Rainbow Bridge. They taught me how to laugh, to love unconditionally....and how to live each & every day to its fullest, and I am forever grateful.
Organizations
Yuma County Humane Society
Publications
Yuma Daily Sun recognition for being an outstanding ferret mom.
Education/Credentials
I read everything I can get my hands on regarding ferrets.
Awards and Honors
Just the love in my little guys' eyes :-) when I kiss them goodnight.
Past/Present Clients
I'm just a ferret mom - no clients.
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