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My ferret's rib bone is poking out, but she seems fine. Is it normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Exotic | Unknown - Exotic | Female | spayed | 2 years and 9 months old | 2 lbs

My female ferret has a rib bone poking out and she's not making any noises or anything she's moving like normal is she ok

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on June 17th, 2017

If the rib bone you are noticing is the last rib this can be normal. The last rib is shorter and has more cartilage which will give it a look like it's sticking out. If Samantha is eating,drinking and using the restroom I would not be concerned.

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