It’s important to have your Siamese ferret tested for heartworms every year during his annual vet exam. If your ferret has not seen the vet this year, please call and schedule an appointment immediately. Annual exams are important for all kinds of reasons including keeping your ferret up to date on heartworm testing and heartworm prevention programs. Heartworms can invade the lungs and heart of your ferret and cause major damage. Signs that your Siamese ferret may have heartworms include respiratory distress, a cough, fatigue, rapid breathing, and pale blue or muddy colored gums. Symptoms often appear rapidly and are extremely aggressive due to your ferret’s small size. Call your vet immediately if you see any of these signs in your ferret. Heartworm treatment must be started immediately to provide any kind of effectiveness. Consult with your vet Conyers, GA for additional treatment details and future prevention programs. Click here for more information.