My ferret has fleas. How can I safely treat them and my home?

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Hello, my ferret has recently been infected by fleas. I gave her a bath, and rubbed coconut oil on her fur and played with her for 20 minutes and proceeded to rinse the majority of it off. Today, I noticed that there are more on her, even though I got all of them off yesterday. What steps would you recommend that I take next? Also, which brand of medicated shampoos/powders would you recommend? Thanks in advance! Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | spayed | 5 years and 7 months old | 2 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, the coconut oil will do nothing to kill or control fleas. There are products for cats that can be used but it would be "off label". You would need to confirm dosing with your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating ferrets before application. These products include Revolution, Advantage or Program. You can bathe Bootsie in warm water with a few drops of Dawn dish liquid. A fine toothed comb can be used afterwards to remove dead or dying fleas. Vacuum everywhere Bootsie has been and wash all bedding. A ferret safe area treatment should be used to prevent reinfestation.

My ferret has fleas. How can I safely treat them and my home?

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