{"id":88265,"date":"2022-04-22T12:08:56","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:08:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T12:08:58","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:08:58","slug":"are-there-hairless-ferrets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/","title":{"rendered":"Are there hairless ferrets?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Are_there_hairless_ferrets\" title=\"Are there hairless ferrets?\">Are there hairless ferrets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#What_is_adrenal_ferret\" title=\"What is adrenal ferret?\">What is adrenal ferret?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Why_do_ferrets_go_bald\" title=\"Why do ferrets go bald?\">Why do ferrets go bald?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Do_ferrets_go_bald\" title=\"Do ferrets go bald?\">Do ferrets go bald?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Can_ferrets_be_hairless\" title=\"Can ferrets be hairless?\">Can ferrets be hairless?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Does_ferret_hair_grow_back\" title=\"Does ferret hair grow back?\">Does ferret hair grow back?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Do_ferrets_shed_fur\" title=\"Do ferrets shed fur?\">Do ferrets shed fur?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_ferret_is_adrenal\" title=\"What does it mean when a ferret is adrenal?\">What does it mean when a ferret is adrenal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#What_should_I_do_if_my_ferret_has_adrenals\" title=\"What should I do if my ferret has adrenals?\">What should I do if my ferret has adrenals?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_ferret_has_adrenal_problems\" title=\"How do I know if my ferret has adrenal problems?\">How do I know if my ferret has adrenal problems?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#How_long_will_a_ferret_live_with_adrenal_disease\" title=\"How long will a ferret live with adrenal disease?\">How long will a ferret live with adrenal disease?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#What_causes_hair_loss_in_a_ferret\" title=\"What causes hair loss in a ferret?\">What causes hair loss in a ferret?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Will_my_ferrets_hair_grow_back\" title=\"Will my ferrets hair grow back?\">Will my ferrets hair grow back?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Why_is_my_ferret_going_bald\" title=\"Why is my ferret going bald?\">Why is my ferret going bald?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#How_often_do_ferrets_lose_hair\" title=\"How often do ferrets lose hair?\">How often do ferrets lose hair?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Why_does_my_ferret_have_no_hair\" title=\"Why does my ferret have no hair?\">Why does my ferret have no hair?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Do_ferrets_leave_hair\" title=\"Do ferrets leave hair?\">Do ferrets leave hair?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_a_ferrets_hair_to_grow_back\" title=\"How long does it take for a ferret&#8217;s hair to grow back?\">How long does it take for a ferret&#8217;s hair to grow back?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Can_ferrets_grow_their_hair_back\" title=\"Can ferrets grow their hair back?\">Can ferrets grow their hair back?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#What_happens_when_ferrets_lose_hair\" title=\"What happens when ferrets lose hair?\">What happens when ferrets lose hair?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Is_it_normal_for_ferrets_to_shed_a_lot\" title=\"Is it normal for ferrets to shed a lot?\">Is it normal for ferrets to shed a lot?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Why_do_ferrets_hair_fall_out\" title=\"Why do ferrets hair fall out?\">Why do ferrets hair fall out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Should_I_brush_my_ferrets_fur\" title=\"Should I brush my ferrets fur?\">Should I brush my ferrets fur?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#Are_ferrets_hypoallergenic\" title=\"Are ferrets hypoallergenic?\">Are ferrets hypoallergenic?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-there-hairless-ferrets\/#What_does_adrenal_mean_in_ferrets\" title=\"What does adrenal mean in ferrets?\">What does adrenal mean in ferrets?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_hairless_ferrets\"><\/span>Are there hairless ferrets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Fleas, ear mites, yeast infection, ringworms, and adrenal glands disease can cause a ferret to lose hair. Your ferret can lose a small part of his hair which is called a bald patch or he can lose hair on a big part of his body like a tail, back, or head.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_adrenal_ferret\"><\/span>What is adrenal ferret?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The adrenal glands are <b>small organs located just in front of the kidneys and close to major blood vessels in the ferret&#8217;s body. The right adrenal gland is especially close to a major blood vessel  the vena cava. The glands produce adrenaline, cortisol, sex hormones and several other important hormones.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_ferrets_go_bald\"><\/span>Why do ferrets go bald?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common cause of alopecia in ferrets is <b>adrenal disease, which is a serious condition that requires surgical treatment. Other causes include allergic reactions, bacterial infections, parasitic infections, immune disorders, and an unbalanced diet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ferrets_go_bald\"><\/span>Do ferrets go bald?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A very common cause of ferrets losing their hair is a hormonal problem, known as adrenocortical disease. Over 40 percent of ferrets over 3 years old will develop this problem. The first area to start to lose hair is generally the tail. The tail will take on the appearance of a rat&#8217;s hairless tail.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_ferrets_be_hairless\"><\/span>Can ferrets be hairless?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What could be wrong? <b>A very common cause of ferrets losing their hair is a hormonal problem, known as adrenocortical disease. Over 40 percent of ferrets over 3 years old will develop this problem. The first area to start to lose hair is generally the tail.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_ferret_hair_grow_back\"><\/span>Does ferret hair grow back?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A very common cause of ferrets losing their hair is <b>a hormonal problem, known as adrenocortical disease. Over 40 percent of ferrets over 3 years old will develop this problem. The first area to start to lose hair is generally the tail. The tail will take on the appearance of a rat&#8217;s hairless tail.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ferrets_shed_fur\"><\/span>Do ferrets shed fur?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because the ferret&#8217;s coat is so sensitive to photoperiod, it may not grow in for a long time after being clipped for surgery or other medical treatment. <b>If the ferret is in a rapid hair growth phase, as in early winter or late spring, the hair will regrow completely in only a few days<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_ferret_is_adrenal\"><\/span>What does it mean when a ferret is adrenal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What is Adrenal Disease? When used to describe disease in ferrets, adrenal disease refers to hyperadrenocorticism. This big term simply means <b>an overactive adrenal gland. An overactive adrenal gland usually produces too much cortisol in humans and dogs, and this condition is known as Cushing&#8217;s disease (or syndrome).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_my_ferret_has_adrenals\"><\/span>What should I do if my ferret has adrenals?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Treatment options<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Medical Management. Deslorelin: A newer treatment, similar to Lupron, is the deslorelin acetate (Suprelorin) implant.  <\/li>\n<li>Surgical Management: Surgical removal of the affected gland is the preferred treatment. Surgery allows direct inspection of both adrenal glands as well as the other internal organs.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_ferret_has_adrenal_problems\"><\/span>How do I know if my ferret has adrenal problems?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When ferrets have adrenal gland disease, the most common initial sign is <b>hair loss on the flanks, with or without pruritus (itchiness). Affected female ferrets develop an enlarged vulva, while males often have problems with urination due to prostate enlargement.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_will_a_ferret_live_with_adrenal_disease\"><\/span>How long will a ferret live with adrenal disease?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Many ferrets can live for years with adrenal gland disease. As long as they are receiving regular check-ups with a veterinarian, in addition to monitoring and treatment for any secondary infections or disorders, a ferret can live a normal life span comfortably with the disease.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_hair_loss_in_a_ferret\"><\/span>What causes hair loss in a ferret?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common cause of alopecia in ferrets is <b>adrenal disease, which is a serious condition that requires surgical treatment. Other causes include allergic reactions, bacterial infections, parasitic infections, immune disorders, and an unbalanced diet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_my_ferrets_hair_grow_back\"><\/span>Will my ferrets hair grow back?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because the ferret&#8217;s coat is so sensitive to photoperiod, it may not grow in for a long time after being clipped for surgery or other medical treatment. <b>If the ferret is in a rapid hair growth phase, as in early winter or late spring, the hair will regrow completely in only a few days<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_ferret_going_bald\"><\/span>Why is my ferret going bald?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common cause of alopecia in ferrets is <b>adrenal disease, which is a serious condition that requires surgical treatment. Other causes include allergic reactions, bacterial infections, parasitic infections, immune disorders, and an unbalanced diet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_do_ferrets_lose_hair\"><\/span>How often do ferrets lose hair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ferrets go through <b>two seasonal sheds each year. In the spring, ferrets shed their winter coat and put on their thinner summer coat. In the fall, ferrets shed their summer coat and put on their thick winter coat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_ferret_have_no_hair\"><\/span>Why does my ferret have no hair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A very common cause of ferrets losing their hair is <b>a hormonal problem, known as adrenocortical disease. Over 40 percent of ferrets over 3 years old will develop this problem. The first area to start to lose hair is generally the tail. The tail will take on the appearance of a rat&#8217;s hairless tail.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ferrets_leave_hair\"><\/span>Do ferrets leave hair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because the ferret&#8217;s coat is so sensitive to photoperiod, it may not grow in for a long time after being clipped for surgery or other medical treatment. <b>If the ferret is in a rapid hair growth phase, as in early winter or late spring, the hair will regrow completely in only a few days<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_a_ferrets_hair_to_grow_back\"><\/span>How long does it take for a ferret&#8217;s hair to grow back?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because the ferret&#8217;s coat is so sensitive to photoperiod, it may not grow in for a long time after being clipped for surgery or other medical treatment. If the ferret is in a rapid hair growth phase, as in early winter or late spring, the hair will regrow completely in only <b>a few days<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_ferrets_grow_their_hair_back\"><\/span>Can ferrets grow their hair back?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Blood tests and ultrasound are further tools that can be used if necessary. Several treatment options exist for adrenal gland disease. Sometimes a ferret will lose hair and it will resolve without any treatment at all. <b>The hair loss may occur seasonally, but then eventually fail to re-grow<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_ferrets_lose_hair\"><\/span>What happens when ferrets lose hair?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main symptom of alopecia in ferrets is <b>hair loss in areas where hair typically grows. Your ferret may lose a lot of hair all at once, or the condition may start off slow and worsen over time. The hair loss can cover the entire body, or be limited to certain areas. In some cases, the hair loss may occur in patches.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_ferrets_to_shed_a_lot\"><\/span>Is it normal for ferrets to shed a lot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do Ferrets Shed a Lot? <b>Ferrets don&#8217;t always shed a lot, but they are certainly capable of losing large amounts of fur in a relatively short period. For instance, if you are just coming out of wintertime, it is normal for your ferret to start getting rid of a bunch of furs quite quickly.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_ferrets_hair_fall_out\"><\/span>Why do ferrets hair fall out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common cause of alopecia in ferrets is <b>adrenal disease, which is a serious condition that requires surgical treatment. Other causes include allergic reactions, bacterial infections, parasitic infections, immune disorders, and an unbalanced diet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_brush_my_ferrets_fur\"><\/span>Should I brush my ferrets fur?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Avoid washing the head and eyes, and focus on the abdomen and tail area. <b>Using a massaging brush made for small animals, such as the Glandex Furbliss Short Hair Dog, Cat  Small Animal Brush, is an easy way to pamper your fur baby. It&#8217;s important to rinse thoroughly, since shampoo residue will itch and irritate her.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ferrets_hypoallergenic\"><\/span>Are ferrets hypoallergenic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ferret: <b>Ferrets don&#8217;t shed dander like other domestic animals do, which makes them a suitable option for all those who are allergic to dander specifically.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_adrenal_mean_in_ferrets\"><\/span>What does adrenal mean in ferrets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In ferrets diagnosed with adrenal disease, <b>the portion of the adrenal gland that produces sex hormones goes haywire and generates excessive amounts of hormones. Although veterinarians are not sure why ferrets develop adrenal disease, Sadar says excessive light exposure, genetics and early neutering may play a role.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Are there hairless ferrets?What is adrenal ferret?Why do ferrets go bald?Do ferrets go bald?Can ferrets be hairless?Does ferret hair grow back?Do ferrets shed fur?What does it mean when a ferret is adrenal?What should I do if my ferret has adrenals?How do I know if my ferret has adrenal problems?How long will a&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/88265"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=88265"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/88265\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=88265"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=88265"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=88265"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}