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...

Your Ferret has a Strict Diet Like cats, ferrets are obligate carnivores, which means they cannot survive without meat in their diet. But contrary to popular belief, this does not mean that ferrets can only eat meat. In fact, ferrets diets are quite complex. Look at it this way. Ferrets have short intestinal tracts, therefore food moves through quickly without much time to by digested. This limits the amount...

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...

Ferrets are very intelligent little guys and very persistent. They can get into trouble if you don’t take precautions to ferret proof your home. Most importantly, you need to make sure they can’t reach the outside world on their own. They CANNOT survive on their own outside. Never underestimate a ferret, they will move large objects and get into openings YOU didn’t think they’d fit through....

The Essentials You should get these items BEFORE you purchase your ferret, that way you have time to to get everything setup and ready to go for when your new furbaby gets home. Let’s face it, when you pick up your little guy, the excitement will most likely lead you to forgetting a few items. Wire Cage, at least 2 cubic feet of space per ferret. Water Dispenser (one per ferret) . The tend to want ...

Ferrets are highly intelligent and very rewarding to own. But like any pet, they aren’t for everyone. There are things you need to consider before taking the plunge in bringing home your first ferret. Local Laws You’ll need to make sure that ferrets are legal in your state and town. There are a few places that it is illegal to have a ferret in the United States. Please check with your local city and state...