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CAUTION: These books should be used for reference only. ALWAYS consult with a ferret knowledgeable veterinarian before you attempt any home treatment of an ill ferret. Even herbal treatment can be detrimental if used incorrectly or in combination with standard drugs.
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"Essentials of Ferrets: A Guide for
Practitioners", by
Karen
Purcell DVM with Susan Brown DVM.
This continues the revised Exotic Animal Series by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). The text covers general information, anesthesia, surgical techniques, diagnosis and treatment of disease and clinical pathology, as well as providing an extensive list of resources for practitioners and owners. The book is available through AAHA. To order, call (800) 883-6301. Member price $42, Non-member price $49 plus S & H. ISBN 0-94451-73-9
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 Ferrets, Rabbits and Rodents - Clinical
Medicine and SurgeryBy Elizabeth Hillyer, DVM & Katherine Quesenberry, DVM
A
must have for every serious ferret caregiver
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 Biology
and Diseases of the Ferret(2nd edition - August 1998) By James G. Fox Another must have book though it is very technical and it is not for the average ferret lover.
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Ferrets For DummiesThis is not a medical book, but it is an excellent all around book for ferret lovers of all experience levels and it does have information on common health concerns.
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 The Definitive Guide is known as the Bible of alternative medicine. You may very well want to use a dictionary stand for this hefty tome; it weighs in at more than 1,000 pages. Nearly 400 doctors (M.D.s, Ph.D.s, naturopaths, Doctors of Oriental Medicine, and osteopaths) contribute their cutting-edge knowledge, and the list of names is impressive.
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