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From: kathy534
Date: 2002-01-11 17:55:00 UTC
Subject: Excessive Itching and Lethargic - diagnosis?

I noticed my 3/yo spayed male ferret itching more than usual a few
weeks back. Over the past 10 days he has become completely
lethargic, and appears to have difficulty walking any distance (room
to room he needs to stop and rest), even staggering some. Occasional
coughing and sneezing also.

I've read that ferrets can catch a cold from humans, and we have had
a bronchial thing run thru the family. Is this his way of resting
while recooperating?...or could this be something more serious?

Finanical concerns prohibit a vet check if not absolutely necessary,
however, I could use a good ferret vet reference in the Omaha NE area.

Thanks ever so much for any/all help & advice.
-kathy