Feline Distemper

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Researchers claim that ferrets are not susceptible to feline

distemper.  There are, however, reliable reports to the

contrary.  Consequently, the decision to vaccinate ferrets

against this disease is an option for each ferret owner.

However, if an individual ferret is likely to have substantial

contact with cats (especially those of unknown or uncertain

health status), vaccination of the ferret against feline

distemper is a wise idea.  The vaccine itself cannot harm the

animal, and it represents insurance.  The vaccination schedule

for feline distemper is the same as for canine distemper.  Most

veterinarians administer a combination canine distemper-feline

distemper vaccine.