Want a Vegan Ferret? Here’s Why It’s Cruel

Ferrets require very specific diets. If this diet isn’t followed, your ferret may develop insulinoma which is a tumor on the pancreas.  Within this article we go into scientific detail on what exactly you should be feeding your ferret, and what you should stay well clear of.  Can You Keep a Vegan Ferret? Here’s the …

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Dog Ownership vs Ferret Ownership (Pros and Cons)

To decide between dog ownership vs ferret ownership, there are a few things to consider.  From eating to playing habits, you should take everything into consideration to ensure getting a pet that suits your lifestyle.  If you are an indoor person who happens to travel a lot, a pet ferret is the way to go. …

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Cat or Ferret As Pet (Complete Guide)

Two of the most common pets are the cat and the ferret. Cats live for up to 18 years and ferrets live for up to 8 years, and choosing the wrong pet can be a big mistake.  Within this article, we’ll cover the most important factors pet owners should consider between a cat and a …

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Are Ferrets Allergic to Anything? (And How To Treat)

Like humans, there are many things that can trigger an allergic reaction in ferrets. Symptoms of an allergic reaction can include sneezing, coughing and having a high temperature.  Sneezing, however, is also used by ferrets to spread their scent to establish territory. So it’s particularly important to know the particular signs of an allergic reaction …

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How to Deal with an Aggressive Ferret (Solved!)

Some common reasons why ferrets might be aggressive include playfighting, suffering from an injury, or because it’s unneutered. Before finding a way to deal with this behavior, you should first figure out why they’re acting this way.  Within this article we’ll detail the most common reason for aggressive ferrets, and what you can do to …

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Will Ferrets Kill Chickens? (And how to prevent it) 

Ferrets will actively kill chickens if given the opportunity and would show little mercy. They have sharp teeth capable of chewing through chicken coop fencing, and will find creative ways to get at chickens.  Even if ferrets don’t intend on killing chickens, they’ll roughly play with chickens causing death or severe industry. We’d recommend keeping …

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Is FerretVite Bad for Ferrets? (Risk Analysis) 

FerretVite, when combined with exercise and a healthy diet, may provide nutritional benefit to ferrets. There are a range of benefits from healthier fur to maintaining good bone structure.  FerretVite is particularly effective for recovering ferrets due to the high calorific nutritional benefits on offer. However, the high sugar content can cause serious problems if …

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Are Ferrets Good Pets for Apartments? (Solved)

Ferrets are the third most popular pets to own in the United States. Whilst ferrets naturally live outdoors, modern-day living doesn’t always allow for outdoor space for our pets.  Whilst you may think that ferrets need a lot of space to play, actually apartments make fantastic environments for keeping ferrets. Ferrets love socialising and will …

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Can Ferrets Eat Dried Fruits

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Ferrets are small mammals of the genus Mustela. They are related to weasels, minks, and polecats. These animals are found in Europe and Asia. For centuries, ferrets have long been kept by humans for their role in rodent control, but today they are domestic pets that may be seen as companion animals or show animals. …

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Why is my Ferrets Poop Green?

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Your ferrets’ poop can be an indicator of a number of health issues. “Normal” ferret poo is tubular in shape and tan-brown in color. But why is your ferrets´ poop green all of a sudden? This article will help you understand what’s going on with your pet so that you can take the necessary steps …

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