Protect Your Ferrets From the H1N1 Swine Flu
I am extremely concerned about the impact of the 2009 Swine Flu Outbreak on our domestic and black-footed ferret populations.
I am a ferret owner and a volunteer for a large ferret rescue organization in the Cleveland metropolitan area, so ferrets are a large part of my life.
Oscar photo, © Julianne Gentile, 2009
A Ferret in Oregon Has Tested Positive for the H1N1 Swine Flu
Protect Your Ferrets From The Flu
- Keep ferret bedding clean with frequent laundering.
- Frequently clean and disinfect your ferret's cage and play areas with vinegar.
- Always wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling ferrets!
- Keep your ferrets away from people who show signs of illness.
- If the ferret's primary caregiver becomes ill, arrange for alternate care from a veterinarian or other healthy person.
- Quarantine sick ferrets from other ferrets in your home.
- Call your veterinarian immediately if your ferret shows signs of respiratory illness.
Humans Can Transmit Influenza to Ferrets and Vice Versa
Swine Flu and Ferrets Links
- Ferret Tests Positive for H1N1 in Oregon
- The first case of H1N1 infection, formerly called swine flu, in a ferret has been reported by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA).
- Swine Flu - What You Need to Know
- H1N1 Swine Flu information from Dr. Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM, About.com Guide to Veterinary Medicine.
- 2009 H1N1 Flu Virus Outbreak
- H1N1 Swine Flu information from the American Veterinary Medical Association.
- Ferreting Out the Swine Flu Mystery
- From Science Insider, interesting information about ferrets and the Swine Flu.
- Ferrets and Influenza
- Article about ferrets and influenza, from Dr. Lianne McLeod, DVM, About.com Guide to Exotic Pets.
- H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) and Pet Ferrets
- Ferrets and Swine Flu article from Dr. Lianne McLeod, DVM, guide to exotic pets at About.com.
- Swine Flu Protection
- The first step in protecting your ferrets from the Swine Flu, is by protecting yourself.
- Protect Against Swine Flu: First Aid Deluxe Germ Guard Personal Protection Pack
- Sears has this handy protection pack that would be perfect to have on hand if you get sick and must care for your ferrets. There are so many times that one of us gets sick and it can be a few days before we know if we have a simple cold, or if we have the flu. Ferrets can't catch colds, but they can catch the flu from humans, so it's better to be safe than sorry, in my opinion.
Domestic Ferret Information
The ferret is a domestic mammal of the type Mustela putorius furo. Ferrets are sexually dimorphic predators with males being substantially larger than females. They typically have brown, black, white, or mixed fur, have an average length of approximately 20 inches (51 cm) including a 5 inch (13 cm) tail,Encyclopedia Brittanica (Concise Edition) entry on "ferret" weigh about , and have a natural lifespan of 7 to 10 years.Bradley Hills Animal Hospital, Bethesda, Maryland,...
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- genglo genglo May 12, 2009 @ 8:37 am | in reply to tammy
- Ferrets don't get colds, but they can catch the flu from humans, and vice versa. It's very important to be careful around ferrets when you are sick because it's often hard to tell if you have a cold or the flu.
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- tammy tammy May 11, 2009 @ 11:49 pm
- I heard that ferrets and the flu or cold can be shared? is this true?
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- mysticmama mysticmama May 8, 2009 @ 5:01 pm
- OMG! your intro photo is fantastic, the little fangs are so cute! Love your ferret lenses :-)
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- JustBon-Crochet-Designs JustBon-Crochet-Designs May 4, 2009 @ 10:49 pm
- I wasn't aware of the link between ferrets and swine flu, so this is great info for those who need to know. Fine job!
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