My ferret got fleas, any advice?

[peachesncream127]

I just bathed him with dish soap, and it seemed to kill all the fleas, but I'm worried they will return. Any advice?

[Tere2]

  I would do an internet search if you haven't already. I think ferrets are cute but I don't know a thing about taking care of them. Would be good if you can put drops on them like dogs or cats.

[brendy1990]

i dont now much about ferrets either,, but for my animals i go to the vet and i get this stuff called revolution,, it is real good stuff it takes  care of fleas mange ear mites heart worm and intestinal parasites,, and it only costs like 12 ...hope this helps..

[frenchd91]

haha now thats something you dont here every day:) I ve always wanted a ferret. But genrally that wont do the trick. whether its a dog cat or even a ferret. It might remove some of them but there is a good chance there are still some. Try a flea and tick shampoo, thats what i use for my dog, it gets rid and helps prevent. If not im sure there is some product specific for ferrets just to be on the safe side.

[lebelerne]

Try a local pet store (make sure they cater to exotic pets as well), they should have products specially designed for ferrets and for a reasonable price!  If all else fails, go see your vet!  I've had ferrets and never had fleas, but they do require different care than dogs and cats!

[Stealth3si]

I just bathed him with dish soap, and it seemed to kill all the fleas, but I'm worried they will return. Any advice?

Cool you got a ferret. But I can't give you any advice because keeping ferrets as pets are illegal in my state. Try an internet search like the others said.

[ODOMS6598]

yeah thats what i would do  an internet search or get a book from the library in your area.  that way it dont cost anything   maybe they will have a home remedy u can try.  or u could see if flea shampoo for dogs or cats will work  good luck  i always though ferrets were cute..

[peachesncream127]

thanks for all the help   

[diamond954]

did you try calling a pet shop to ask them

[dodgers16]

 maybe try a cat or small dog flea collar, if thats safe

[lrntsj]

I used to have a ferret and she got fleas as well once.  Probably because I would take her to the local swimming hole in the summer where others would bring dogs.  I used some pet flea shampoo, then used a few of those flea/tick gas bombs and set them off in my house.  After that, no more fleas.

[mlainez]

I would like to help you with that, but I don't even own 1 pet. Good luck with the fleas.

[lightstar240]

I just bathed him with dish soap, and it seemed to kill all the fleas, but I'm worried they will return. Any advice?

I always wanted a ferret, but my sister has one, and she just uses a flea collar (they're out there for ferrets). And I babysit them sometimes, but since I never really have problems then I don't know what else to tell you.