From:
daneedv@aol.com
Date: 2002-03-08 04:17:00 UTC
Subject: Re: ADV
--- In Ferret-Health-list@y..., "Judy *****" wrote:
> Being a list member, but not a Vet, I am at a loss as to
what ADV means.
> Would someone enlighten me please?
ADV stands for Aleutians Disease Virus. It is a parvo virus
that affects members of the weasel family (including mink and
ferrets). It is similar to AIDs in humans, in that it is
transmitted by a virus and causes autoimmune problems. A
ferret can have and be spreading ADV, but may not show
symptoms for some time. There are several files in the files
section of this list, and several websites in the bookmarks
section that have information on ADV. Also, the website noted
in my signature block is a good site to visit for a more
detailed explanation.
Danee
ADV - If your ferret hasn't been tested, you don't know!
For more information visit
http://www.geocities.com/russiansmom