From:
Sue
Date: 2002-02-25 21:16:00 UTC
Subject: Re: blindness
Ferrets can get PRA (progressive retinal atrophy).
Most owners notice a vision change at night first, but it
will progressively get worse to daytime.
It is not painful, but there is no treatment. The best suggestion I have is
not to move stuff around and possibly use some nightlights if he is not
totally blind. Ferrets adapt great to PRA. If you desire more information
about PRA contact me and I'll help you out.
Toodles
Sue, CVT
Penelapee@e...
----- Original Message -----
> One of my ferrets, who is almost 6 years old, has gradually gone blind.
Other than not moving things around, can anyone share specific suggestions?
> Thank you...
> Ronnie
>
> P.S. I just posted asking for advice on a ferret who has gone blind, but I
forgot to mention that he has been deaf all his life. His sense of smell is
> incredible (he will wake from a deep sleep if he smells something he
likes).