From:
Roger Vaughn
Date: 2002-01-06 11:35:00 UTC
Subject: Re: [Ferret-Health-list] Jelly Poop
It's probably the Zupreem. It's a good food, but any new factor in the
diet causes diarrhea, greenish, or "jelly" poops for a couple of days.
Give it a couple of days to see if it clears up. Meanwhile, watch for
other symptoms like lethargy, vomitting, or loss of appetite. If you
see these, take them to the vet.
Definitely mention this to your surgeon - he may or may not reschedule,
but he should be aware of everything that is going on in your little
guy.
I am not a vet - this is my unprofessional opinion.
Roger
Digger and Bear
> If someone could help please,
> We have three kids. All rescues. We've had all in the house for at
> least two years now. About two months ago we started having
> questionable poops from all. Seedy, loose, jelly like. We haven't
> been around any other ferrets except at a shelter which was
> several months ago. I haven't heard of them having any problems.
> Ours were all on Amoxi and pepto for about 4 weeks. Seemed to
> help. Now two are doing well but one had diarrhea Thursday and
> since has had jelly like poops. What do jelly poops mean? This
> particular little guy has insulinoma and is going in for surgery
> tomorrow morning. Should I be concerned about something going on
> that could cause problems during surgery? Also, Because of the
> insulinoma, all have been getting supplemental feedings of Gerbers
> #2 Chicken Baby Food. About three days ago I started grinding
> Zupreem and adding it to the babyfood. They also have available to
> them at all times Marshalls kibble.
> Any help would be appreciated.
> Thanks so much,
> Tiffany and the lovebugs ~ Cindy, Slinky and Oscar