From:
Alicia
Date: 2002-06-23 11:23:00 UTC
Subject: Re: Itchy skin
At 03:04 AM 6/23/02 +0000, you wrote:
>I am concerned with my ferrets itchy skin. I mean terribly itchy!
>She scratches constantly, sometimes can barely sleep. She is all
>scratched up because her skin is so thin and dry. She recently had
>adrenal surgery, about 3 weeks ago, and is already growing hair on
>her tail. I was hoping her skin would clear up but it hasn't. Any
>suggestions as to what I can do?
Here at Ferret Wise we apply a topical lotion / gel / cream which
is a protective layer - restores moisture and promotes healing.
Though it is meant for humans there are no steroids and no harmful
ingredients to harm the ferret if it were to lick it. This
application is purchased in human health food stores it is called
Calendula lotion, calendula gel or calendula cream. We opt for the
non alchoholic preparations and they are made by a number of
reputable companies. Calendula is a flower and this is a gentle and
refreshing application which does allow the skin to heal. Why not
give it a try? We have had adrenal ferrets with dry red , cracked &
bleeding "hot spots" who had smooth headed skin in 2-3 days time.
It certainly will not hurt and most likely will help the problem.
Sending good wishes-
Alicia at Ferret Wise
www.ferretwise.org