摘要
Ferrets are members of the class Mammalia, order Carnivora, and family Mustelidae, which also includes mink and polecats. Ferrets are considered obligate carnivores, indicating that they need to be provided with food sources of animal origin to fulfil their nutrient requirements. Ferrets can be housed indoors and outdoors, as long as protection against the elements is provided. Pet ferrets may react aggressively to each other, and this can be the most frequently reported behavioural problem. Ferrets may be fearful of humans, which can manifest as avoidance or aggression. Ferrets can suffer from several diseases, including many infectious agents. Influenza is a common primary cause for respiratory disease in ferrets. Ferrets in pain are often lethargic, immobile, and anorexic, although some ferrets may become more anxious and restless. Signs of discomfort or pain also include crying and whimpering. Ferrets in fear, frustration, or pain may also squeal and scream.
摘要译文
雪貂是哺乳动物，命令食肉目和家庭鼬科的成员，其中还包括水貂和臭鼬。雪貂被认为是专性食肉动物，表明它们需要提供动物来源的食物来源以满足其营养需求。雪貂可以放在室内和室外，只要提供防护元素。宠物雪貂可能会相互激烈反应，这可能是最常报告的行为问题。雪貂可能害怕人类，这可能表现为回避或侵略。雪貂可能患有多种疾病，包括许多传染因子。流感是雪貂呼吸道疾病的常见原因。疼痛的雪貂经常昏昏欲睡，不动和厌食，尽管一些雪貂可能会变得更加焦虑和焦躁不安。不适或疼痛的迹象还包括哭泣和呜咽。恐惧，沮丧或痛苦的雪貂也可能尖叫和尖叫。
Claudia Vinke;Nico J. Schoemaker;Yvonne R. A. van Zeeland. Ferrets (Mustela putorius furo). Companion Animal Care and Welfare - The UFAW Companion Animal Handbook[M].US: Wiley, 2018: 124-144