If you have had a ferret for any length of time you are probably familiar with ear mites.
Earmites in ferrets are often known as the "ferret social disease." Here’s some tips on diagnosing and treating this common ear problem. What’s That Smell?When I brought my first ferret home, I noticed Critter had an unusual odor about her face. I gave her repeated baths in vain (not knowing at the time that frequent bathing is not good for your ferret). I then noticed that the smell came from black, stinky ear wax. Daily ear cleanings did not help, so I took Critter to the vet. Diagnosis: ear mites! Read More...
