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My ferret isn't eating, falling, and has loose stool. Is she very ill?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Female | spayed | 4 years and 5 months old | 1lb

My ferret is having issues eating and drink. When she walks she is losing balance and falls over. Her bows or loose and her lady part is bright red

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on May 19th, 2017

I suspect she is suffering from a severe gastrointestinal condition, you must take her to the vet urgently in order to get her treated, this is a very serious condition in ferrets and she should pass away if left untreated.

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