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Problem Pregnancy?

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Question
hi i have a jill who i think should be due to have her litter soon but she isnt moving around anymore or eatin and is weeping form her back end and was wondering what could be wrong if it is bad or is she just in labour if so how long is this normally

Answer
Hi Matthew -

Your question ended up in the "Question Pool", which means the person you asked does not know the answer.  I wish I could be of more help to you - hopefully by now you have gotten veterinary help for your little one, or she has had a safe and happy birth.  I wish I could be more help to you, but I have absolutely no experience in this whatsoever; I just didn't want your question to go without some kind of answer.

Unfortunately, in cases like this, the internet just is not a dependable place to get information in a timely manner.  Any time a ferret is ill or acting in a way you believe is not 'normal' - your FIRST move should be to call a ferret knowledgeable vet.

My best wishes to you and your ferret - I hope she has had a safe and happy birth by now.  Please drop me a short note to let me know if she is okay?

Sincerely,

Jacquie Rodgers