Why is my ferret suddenly dragging her back legs and peeing blood?

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My ferret was okay yesterday before I left. I came back around 1 pm and didnt see her till 10pm she is moving but her back legs arent she was peeing blood for a little but it stopped. Now she cant walk and is just laying on her side trying to drag her back legs along. We also just got this new kitten from off the street and the kitten hasn't got its shots yet.... Please help me help her. I put her "lola" in a basket so she couldn't move around a lot and get hurt... Please help me please.. Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Female | spayed | 5 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

I am so sorry to hear that Lola isn't doing well. There are many different things that can cause lethargy in ferrets. However, what you describe makes me concerned that this isn't lethargy or weakness, but possibly something more concerning such as trauma. The bloody urine makes me very concerned that there may have been trauma that you didn't witness. I am worried that she may have injured her spinal cord and that could be why her hind legs aren't working. I would highly encourage you to have her evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. In the mean time make sure to keep her well hydrated. Best of luck and I hope she improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

Why is my ferret suddenly dragging her back legs and peeing blood?

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