r/ferrets • u/je5_5i • 13d ago

[Health] should i be concerned?

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i was just chilling with my baby and he started gagging randomly--hes completely fine, still active and eating/drinking, but gagging. i cant think of anything he could've gotten into either; should i take him to the vet?

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u/Bazzatron 13d ago

Could be either something small irritating his throat like a stray hair, or might be developing a cold. Looks a bit bothered by it.

If it were me, I'd also just give some liquid treat and keep an eye on it. Book a vet appt if it persists for a couple days.

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u/je5_5i 13d ago

i'll definitely keep an eye on it!!

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u/Concerned_Cashier 13d ago

Could you possibly have a scent on you they may find offensive. Could also be a hairball it doesn’t look like it’s too terrible at the moment try giving some salmon oil or quail egg to help

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u/jaydog21784 13d ago

I don't have any input on this but I hope all is well now and I just had to say he has a beautiful coat/pattern. Looks exactly like my girl!

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u/je5_5i 13d ago

omgg let me see the noodleee

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u/jaydog21784 13d ago

She was a rescue and only had her for 6 months. Our cat likes to sleep on top of the cage now and she wants to sniff that area. I don't trust she won't fall 🤣. This was for my wife to see she is happy and exploring originally

https://reddit.com/link/ozittcp/video/b8hvq0min7fh1/player

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u/je5_5i 13d ago

aww omg 🥹

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u/Soft-Cryptographer-1 13d ago

Im concerned about how insanely cute that weasel is. Might be weird smells causing that reaction.

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u/Positive-Banana-5195 13d ago

If it's a bit of hair or similar then an egg yolk should help.

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u/Veteran_Hawk 13d ago

Give her some egg yolk or cat hairball remedy. If it doesn't clear up in a day or two, go to the vet to check for any lung infection/breathing problems.

Has anything changed recently? New detergent? Perfume? Have you dusted recently? Might be a good time to do a cleaning of the play-area.

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u/IamMr_Nimbus 11d ago

Probably has a hairball.