From:
"suedvm96"
Date: 2010-08-29 00:54:56 UTC
Subject: [ferrethealth] Re: Digestive problem
To: ferrethealth@yahoogroups.com
You might consider a good high quality probiotic which is also good for the immune system. You can use enzymes as well. The gut lining holds a large percentage of the immune system cells so if it isn't healthy then other things develop. Also diet, some have issues related to grains so using a grain free food is a must. Ferret diets are usu high in meat but some have rice or other grains, try eliminating these too. Once you move torward a healty gut things often resolve themselves. Hope that helps a bit.
Dr.Sue
TLC First Animal Hospital
Chicago, IL 60631
--- In ferrethealth@yahoogroups.com, "innerharmony" <inner.harmony@...> wrote:
>
> Is it possible for a ferret to stop producing, or reduce his production of, the bacteria or enzymes that are needed for proper digestion? If so, what might be the possible causes?
>
> Jeff
> In Memory of Neo, Trinity, Possum, Pip, Misty, Frodo, Baggins, and Mr. Parker
> Caring for Luna, Morphy, Baby Girl, Dozer, Pop, Sabrina, and Minnie Mouse
>
> [BTW, Pancreatic enzymes will be coming
> under new regulations according to the
> latest Epocrates Clinical Update which
> includes
> QUOTE
> Now, the FDA is requiring all PEPs be approved.
> Unapproved products are being discontinued
> and new approved products (with new brand
> names) are on the market. Practitioners should
> be aware that PEPs are not interchangeable
> UNQUOTE
>
> I do NOT know if that will include ones for
> veterinary use.
>
> PEP stands for Pancreatic Enzyme Products.
>
> --Moderator]
>
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