As with any disease -Veterinary consultation and exams are recommended. Distemper is transmitted directly from infected animals . Clinical signs include mild conjunctivitis, fever, and purulent nasal discharge. Ferrets develop a pattern of thickening and crusting of the skin around the chin and lips and footpads. There is no treatment for this disease.
Ferrets are susceptible to the same influenza viral strains that affect humans.
Influenza generally causes only mild illness and discomfort in ferrets and is self-limiting. Signs include sneezing with a clear nasal discharge, conjunctivitis, coughing, and fever. Treatment is supportive . Fluids may be given subcutaneously if dehydration is present. Also, oral electrolyte solutions such as Gatorade or Pedialyte are helpful.