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Michael When looking at ferret cages, there are many features and accessories to consider. Each one will come at a cost and the cages can get quite expensive. This can be an issue if you’re on a budget. You want the best for your ferret, but you also don’t want to break the bank. Summary of …
Unfortunately, ferrets only have a lifespan of 5 – 8 years, and owners are responsible for their final resting place. Whilst this can be tough emotionally, it’s important to act quickly and to follow a specific process to avoid breaking the law or contaminating water supplies. Within this article we explain the best and most …
Ferrets are highly curious and very agile. This combination makes for an extremely investigative animal that has no issues trying any position or movement to reach its goal. But due to lacking fear and proprioception, climbing can be very dangerous for ferrets. Ferrets can seriously injure themselves through falling and it’s therefore important to be …
Ferrets are sociable animals and have a high rate of metabolism. They require regular exercise and meals throughout the day in order to stay healthy. It’s important to understand how long you can leave a ferret alone, and what safety precautions you should take. Without taking precautions, you may cause your ferret to become ill …
Ferrets are low-maintenance and easy to please, especially when it comes to their choice of snacks. So if you’re looking for the best ferret treats, you’re in the right place! The good news is that there are plenty of snack options for your furry friend to choose from. You can offer kitty foods, kibbles, and …
Insulinoma is a common disease that affects middle-aged to older ferrets, usually between two to five years old. It’s extremely dangerous and requires medical intervention as soon as the ferret is diagnosed. If your ferret has insulinoma, he should be given high-protein, high-fat foods to stabilize his condition, like the foods listed in this article. …
Malnourished ferrets are susceptible to disease and health complications and may suffer from lethargy, dehydration, and neurological compromise. For this reason, owners must create a tailored diet plan for their malnourished ferrets to ensure they’re getting the appropriate amount of nutrients. Make sure you choose high-protein, high-fat ferret foods like the below so that your …
The cost of ferret surgery varies greatly depending on the level of complexity. 70% of ferrets within the US are affected by abnormal growth of the Adrenal glands, and this often requires surgery to treat. If you don’t budget appropriately, you may be left in a situation where you can’t pay for the surgery that …
Although visibly alarming, ferrets shake for a variety of (mostly) benign reasons. The shaking movement within ferrets actually increases their metabolic rate, and this is utilised both during sleep and feeding. However, shaking within ferrets is not always caused by their metabolism. Within this article we explain all of the possible reasons for shaking within …
Most people think that ferrets lick their owners to show affection, but that’s not always the case. Ferrets actually sometimes lick as a warning before biting. It’s important to understand the reasons behind ferret behavior in order to make sure your ferret is being affectionate rather than aggressive. Within this article, we explain the various …