Ferrets Flashcards
1
Q
Ferret
Heart Rate
A
180-250
2
Q
Ferret
Diet Requirements
A
- High in protein and fat
- Low in carbs
3
Q
Ferret Urolithiasis
A
Most common crystal is
* struvite
4
Q
Ferret “Off Label” Products
A
Use of Feline Revolution
* safe, but considered “off-label”
5
Q
Influenza
A
- Viral disease
- Zoonotic
6
Q
Adrenal Disease
Prevention / Treatment
A
Implanted hormones
* excessive light may increase risk
7
Q
Ferret
GI Obstructions
A
Most common material
* rubber
8
Q
Insulinoma
Clinical Signs
A
- Lethargic
- Ataxic
- Hypoglycemic
9
Q
Female Ferret Terms
A
- Intact = Jill
- Spayed = Sprite
10
Q
Male Ferret Terms
A
- Intact = Hob
- Neutered: Gib
