Baby ferret not pooping in new home: Is it normal or constipation?

I'm glad he's feeling a bit better but remember, it hasn't even been 24 hours with the medication and fluids. The treatment is not magic; you need to give it some time to work. I would not expect him to be pooping when he hasn't been eating. Don't get too hung up on the pooping right now. That is not a huge issue at this point. Just make sure he is eating and definitely use the Critical Care.

Thanks for reaching out about Brinston. Changes in fecal quality, composition or color can be dietary, intestinal infections (bacteria, virus) or parasites, metabolic disorders and ingested foreign material. If persists, a veterinary visit is recommended to assess and provide a treatment plan. Continue to monitor feces, try to stabilize diet (no treats). Good luck.

Loose stools in ferrets can definitely be associated with a diet change but it is important to make sure that viral infections or intestinal parasites are not responsible. Unfortunately, I am unable to prescribe any medications for Rocky without examining him myself, but you can monitor him for any changes such as lethargy or vomiting. Ferrets have a very quick intestinal tract, so their stool typically returns to normal after a benign upset within 24 hours. If Rocky’s symptoms perist, he may need to be seen by a vet to rule out parasites or infections. In the meantime, make sure he has plenty of water to drink in order to replace any fluids lost with the diarrhea.

I would be concerned that your ferret is either constipated, having diarrhea, or perhaps has a foreign body/blockage going on. If she does not eat within a 24 hour period then yes, I would recommend taking her into the vet. Your veterinarian will need to palpate her abdomen, possibly do a fecal exam, and may recommend abdominal x-rays and an ultrasound. Because ferrets are so small they can become dehydrated and weak very quickly if not eating and drinking. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Please let us know if you have any other questions or if anything changes with Zelda. Best of luck!

Thanks for reaching out regarding Rascal. As long as he is active, alert and eating, waiting until Monday should be fine. The fecal change can often be a reaction to dietary changes or stress. Pay attention to what Rascal might be chewing on when out of his cage. Even newly offered treats can change their digestion. Try to keep the diet as bland as possible, kibble only, no treats. If the problem persists, make an appointment with a veterinarian on Monday.

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Roxzy is adorable! What are you feeding him? At 5 weeks I would be sure he is eating canned kitten food (or dry if he can) and that you aren't still giving him kitten formula. Formula can be very constipating. If you are feeding him kitten food then he may need another day or 2 to get comfortable in his new environment to have a bowel movement. Get him on canned kitten food otherwise. If he still hasn't pooped by Monday night he should be seen by a vet Tuesday. Sooner if he becomes lethargic and stops eating. Constipation can be serious in young animals. Good luck!

Hello. We do see several conditions & diseases in ferrets as they age, so it would be best to have Busta evaluated by your veterinarian. I do not think not having access to water for 12 hours caused any problems, it may just be coincidental that he feel ill after this. Do have him seen as soon as you can in case he does need some further testing or treatment. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.