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Modern Ferret News Mailing List Issue #27
http://www.ferretnews.com
August 22, 2002
by Mary R. Shefferman and Eric Shefferman
contact: mary modernferret.com
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Hi
Lots of good news! Modern Ferret Magazine issue #32
is finally in print! All subscriber copies will be
going into the mail this week (expect delivery time
to be 2 to 4 weeks depending on the Post Office).
If you've been reading this newsletter and would
like to see what Mary and Eric do in a real printed
magazine, you can go to our online store and order
a single copy.
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Modern Ferret Magazine issue #32 features:
- A Dozen Helpful Hints from Bob Church
- Bob Church's Forgotten Ferret History
- Insulinoma to Diabetes: Scoots's Story
- plus ferret cartoons, funny stories, and more!
*and* a very special Patriotic Pin-Up Centerfold!
Note: you'll want an extra copy to be able to hang
this centerfold in your office!
You can also order a subscription, back issues,
and other Modern Ferret products from the site.
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Watch for more great news from us in a few days!
- Eric
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==> The Skinny on Skin Tumors
by Mary R. Shefferman
==> Update on Modern Ferret Things
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==> The Skinny on Skin Tumors
by Mary R. Shefferman
Wriggly as our ferrets may be, it's part of our job
as good ferret parents to hold them still long enough
to check their skin for any odd lumps, bumps, growths,
or bald patches.
Some ferrets are more than happy to get a full-body
massage from their favorite human, but others are a
little ticklish or just can't bear to be still for
more than a few seconds. Whatever type of ferrets you
have, you'll want to give them a good once (or twice)
over at least every couple of weeks to check for skin
tumors. If you bathe your ferrets on a regular basis
(say, once a month), that's a great time check for
skin tumors. When your ferret's fur is wet, it's
easier to see and feel his skin.
The word "tumor" usually evokes fear in the heart of
a ferret parent, but be assured that most skin tumors
are benign. However, even though the tumors are
benign, it is important to have your veterinarian
check them out and remove them. For example, mast
cell tumors can spread and they can make your ferret
very uncomfortable (they release histamines, which
cause itching). Often we only notice a mast cell
tumor on our ferret because there is a scab where
the ferret has been scratching. The sooner you have
a mast cell tumor removed, the less likely you are
to see more of them appear on your little pal.
You will recognize a skin tumor as a raised bump on
the skin; some are the same color as the skin, some
are discolored. The bump may have fur on it, but more
often there is no fur. If you notice a scab on your
ferret, you'll want to take a closer look to see if
it is a skin tumor that he has been scratching, and
not just the result of rough play with another ferret.
If your ferret has a small (approx 1-2 cm) bald patch,
take a closer look to see if there might be a small
bump there.
A ferret-knowledgeable veterinarian should examine
any lump or bump on your ferret. He or she will be
able to determine the best course of action. Although
most skin tumors are benign, they do need to be
removed. Usually, the tumor can be removed under light
sedation.
Three of our ferrets had mast cell tumors -- Ralph,
Marshmallow, and Knuks. All of them were in and out
of the vet's office within the course of an hour. Our
vet put the ferrets under isoflurane gas anesthesia
and removed the small masses. Our ferrets came out a
little groggy, but none the worse for wear. Ralph and
Knuks never had another skin tumor, but Marshmallow
did. It was only a couple of weeks after the first
one had been removed, so we knew right away what it
was. After that was removed, he didn't have any more.
So the next time you're petting your ferret, give
him a good rubbing all over to check for skin tumors.
:)
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==> Update on Modern Ferret Things
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We've been so busy working on so many projects that
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-- Modern Ferret Magazine
We're so happy that Modern Ferret #32 is finally in
print and looks great! We're really happy about that.
We feel it's a pretty strong "comeback" issue, and
we're already busy working on issue #33.
You can take a look at the cover and list of
contents here:
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-- Eric's Health
Eric's drain didn't wind up being removed until
the 15th (it was hoped that it would be removed
on the 9th, but there were some complications).
Now Eric is finally free from medical devices
and he will be able to get his first haircut in
almost a year!
The next newsletter is almost done already and
will contain even more good news!
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