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==Strains and Stocks==
==Strains and Stocks==
Most ferrets utilised for laboratory studies are males sue to oestrous related health problems associated with females.
Most ferrets utilised for laboratory studies are males sue to oestrous related health problems associated with females. Laboratory ferrets are often purchased pre-castrated and 'de-scented' (i.e. anal gland sacculectomy).
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Due to the small number of laboratory ferrets compared to species such as mice, there are no specific strains/stocks commonly used. Researchers often request natural wild-type colour patterns (called sable or fitch) which is often in contrast with the various coat colour variations found in domestic populations. Some studies have also utilised albino ferrets.
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==Physiology==
==Physiology==