Pet Skin Doctor

Ferrets are a fun, low-maintenance pet, but they still require good grooming. Owners should pay special attention to a ferret’s skin, which can be susceptible to infection. Fleas are just as attracted to ferrets as they are to other household pets. As a preventative measure, you should bathe your ferret with pH-balanced shampoo. Bear in mind, however, that over-bathing your pet could result in dry, itchy skin.

Begin by drawing a hot bath roughly equivalent to the temperature of a hot tub. Protect your ferret’s ears during the bathing process as any excess water can cause infection. Rinse the animal thoroughly, leaving no shampoo behind. Dry lightly with a towel. If you practice meticulous ferret skin care, your pet will live a longer, happier life.