Canine distemper is an airborne virus that is extremely contagious. It can be spread through direct or indirect contact, and you can bring it into your home on your shoes…

What is Aleutian Disease? Of growing concern to ferret owners, breeders, and rescue organizations is Aleutian Disease (AD). Aleutian Disease Virus (ADV) is a parvovirus, but not the same strains…

Addison's disease, or hypoadrenocorticism, occurs when a ferret has a severe deficiency or total lack of the hormones made in the adrenal cortex. It usually occurs when both adrenal glands…

Upper respiratory infections are rare in healthy ferrets that are kept in a good environment and have limited to no contact with sickly animals. Ferrets that are most susceptible to…

Prednisone is one of the most frequently prescribed medicines for ferrets. It is a corticosteroid, and it has a variety of different uses in ferrets, including the treatment of a…

There are a number of common ferret behavioral issues that you will probably run into as a ferret owner. These issues can become exasperating, but with a few easy tips,…

Scruffing can be a very effective disciplinary technique, but it also comes in handy in other situations. However, many ferret owners are unsure of how or when to scruff. Below…

Your house may not be as safe for your ferret as you think! There are many common houseplants that could be toxic to your ferret. Some will only cause vomiting…

Do you think that clicker training is just for dogs? Think again! Ferrets have been bred to have a high level of curiosity and well developed problem solving abilities. These…

As you probably know, ferrets are very intelligent animals! They have a high capacity for learning that lends itself to a natural curiosity, and their various senses give them a…