My new ferret seems skinny. Is she underweight and what should I do?

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My jasmine seems skinny to me. I have no information about her from the petco in Odessa tx; they never told me anything except she was returned by someone else. I’m kinda upset about that and I need to know what to do about her. Please help!! Pet's info: Small Animal | Unknown - Small Animal | Female

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Ferrets should be plump, but not fat, You should not see the ribs and spine, but should feel the ribs easily, If the ribs and spine are not visible, then she is likely a normal weight. Unfortunately the photo does not show her body well enough to evaluate her properly. Since you only acquired Jasmin recently, I suggest you take her to your vet for a basic initial exam and to introduce her to your vet, who will then also assess her body condition.

My new ferret seems skinny. Is she underweight and what should I do?

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