Why is my ferret shedding so much as winter approaches? Is it normal?

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so my ferret right no is shedding and its getting close to winter what's going on. Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am sorry to hear about your concern for Joker. Shedding can occur normally in ferrets but can also be a sign of medical problems. If your ferret is shedding so much that there are bald areas of skin present or Joker seems itchy or there are scabs/crusts/lesions on the skin then an examination by a vet is recommended to check for a medical problem. You can read more about causes of hair loss based on the pattern/appearance at http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=11+2074&aid=543

Why is my ferret shedding so much as winter approaches? Is it normal?

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