Ferrets weren’t always the easy going (haha) little guys we see today. They used to serve a very important purpose to their owners. Its not completely clear why we domesticated the ferret, but we are fairly certain it had something to do with hunting. As we know, ferrets are most likely domesticated Polecats. We think they were domesticated over 2500 years ago. Its claimed that the Egyptians did it first...

I’m definitely starting to feel the chill here in Ohio. And I’ve started making some adjustments to my schedule since my windows are closed and the heat is on. Here are some things you can make sure you do so that your ferret(s) have a very cozy, comfortable winter. Cleaning: Your windows are closed! You’re going to need to clean your cage a lot more often to avoid those ferret-y odors....

If you don’t have a dig box – you should get one. Your ferrets will love you for it! Its almost an essential… at least they will tell you so anyway. If you already have a dig box – maybe look into switching it up! To give them something new :). We asked on our Twitter and Facebook what everyone is using in their dig boxes and here are the top 5! Shredded Cardboard — You can do...

This is a huge discussion in the ferret community. Cage or no cage, do’s and don’ts! Well hopefully the following points will be something that everyone can agree on. Do I Need a Cage! My opinion, absolutely, of some sort!  Ferrets need to have a safe place to be when they cannot be supervised for their own safety. No ferret should be left alone wondering your home. Not only is harder to ferret...

There is only one ferret, but they come in a variety of colors and patterns. Their colors often change with the season, lighter in the winter vs. the summer, as well as with age. There are many varieties but here are some examples: Colors Albino: Red Eyes, Pink Nose & White Coat Dark-Eyed White: White coat with burgundy eyes and a pink nose. Champagne: Diluted chocolate or tan coat with a burgundy or brown...

If you talk to any ferret owner, generally you find out that they have multiple ferrets. Ferrets love to be around other ferrets but if you’ve had a ferret alone for a long time, it may be more difficult to introduce a new friend. Dominance is natural in ferrets, as is with other creatures. You have to prepare for the worst even though you hope for the best. Be patient throughout this process, and don’t...

The wild black footed ferret is not the same as a domestic ferret that are kept as pets. So what are the differences? Domestic Ferrets (Mustela furo) were once bred to hunt rabbits and rats and are related to the European polecat. A domestic male can be 25 inches long or smaller. They are usually cream in color, with dark tips, feet and tail and a mask around the eyes. Generally breeders will remove their scent...

Some of you may have ferrets that may almost never make a peep, while other ferrets are constantly in chatter and conversation. But what do all the noises and sounds mean? Dooking The “dook” is a pretty famous noise. When anyone talks about ferrets, this is the noise they make. Your ferret(s) will “dook” when they are excited, playful and happy. Its the cross between a chuckle and a...