How do you treat a cut on a ferret?
Devitalized tissue may be removed through surgical excision, enzymatic debridement, or wet-dry bandaging. The extent of devitalized tissue is typically apparent within 48 hours of injury. After surgical debridement, wounds that are left open may be treated with antibiotics and wet–dry dressings.
Can you put polysporin on a ferret?
To be safe, it is best to avoid using any polysporin or related ointments, drops or sprays in cats. Similarly, avoid polysporin use in rabbits and ferrets because they can develop serious body organ disturbances if the product is licked off their fur and ingested.
Can ferrets have Tramadol?
Tramadol has been used in rabbits and ferrets for the management of mild to moderate pain. Uses in the rabbit include postoperative pain, fracture care, and pain after dental procedures. It may be used with NSAID drugs.
Can I give amoxicillin to my rabbit?
An important difference to consider is that there are fewer safe antibiotics to use in rabbits than there are in dogs and cats. For example, amoxicillin, a benign drug in most animals, can cause a fatal enterotoxemia in rabbits.
What kind of Medicine do you give a ferret?
Below are listed some of the common drug dosages[1]used in ferret medicine. Drug Indications Dose Route Frequency Acepromazine sedation 0.01 – 0.25 mg/kg SQ once Acetylsalicyclic acid analgesia 10 – 20 mg/kg PO q 48 hours Aminophylline bronchodilation 4.0 – 6.5 mg/kg PO, IM q 24 hours Amoxycillin bacterial diseases 10 – 20 mg/kg
How many mg of acepromazine can a ferret take?
Frequency Acepromazine sedation 0.01 – 0.25 mg/kg SQ once Acetylsalicyclic acid analgesia 10 – 20 mg/kg PO q 48 hours Aminophylline bronchodilation 4.0 – 6.5 mg/kg PO, IM q 24 hours Amoxycillin bacterial diseases 10 – 20 mg/kg PO, SQ q 24 hours Amoxycillin/Clavulanate bacterial diseases 12.5 mg/kg PO q 12 hours Amphotericin B fungal infections
How many mg of Amoxycillin can a ferret take?
Amoxycillin bacterial diseases 10 – 20 mg/kg PO, SQ q 24 hours Amoxycillin/Clavulanate bacterial diseases 12.5 mg/kg PO q 12 hours Amphotericin B fungal infections 0.4 – 0.8 mg/kg SQ, IV q week to a cumulative dose of 7 – 25 mg/kg
How often do you give a ferret anastrozole?
SQ, IV q week to a cumulative dose of 7 – 25 mg/kg Anastrozole hyperestrogenism 0.10 mg/kg PO q 24 hours until signs resolve then sid on a week on/week off basis
What kind of medication do ferrets take for insulinoma?
Prednisolone is the most common medication used to treat ferrets with Insulinoma. It belongs to a class of drugs called glucocorticoids -meaning it reduces inflammation throughout the body. Prednisolone is a common steroid used in both humans and ferrets.
What kind of Medicine do you give a ferret for an ulcer?
Carafate is a medication used to treat ulcers that coats the stomach lining of a ferret (think of it like a temporary band aid). Because of its sticky, coating properties it can prevent the absorption of other medications. If your ferret is on Prednisolone, it is very important that you space out Carafate and Prednisolone.
What kind of steroid do you give a ferret?
Prednisolone is a common steroid used in both humans and ferrets. Prednisolone is also used to treat irritable bowel disease and lymphoma in ferrets. Prednisolone is the “active” form of Prednisone, meaning it has already been hepatically-metabolized, which is easier on your ferret’s liver.
Where can I get a flea treatment for a ferret?
There are a few flea medications that are approved for use in ferrets. You can pick up ferret flea treatment at Petsmart, Petco, or online. PLEASE NOTE: Even ferret-safe flea treatments may be harmful to especially young, old or vulnerable ferrets so please consult your vet.
