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Ferrets are small mammals with big personalities. As domesticated pets, ferrets have become quite popular, and for many people, they are the ideal pet—they’re affectionate, playful, and extremely intelligent. In fact, ferrets have been domesticated for more than 2,000 years! Ferrets are also known as the “silent hunter”, because they are able to enter their …
Most days in the life of a ferret consist of long sleep hours. Ferrets spend at least 16 hours sleep. However, these hours are not spent sleeping straight. They have awake periods. Those periods are in a comparable schedule daily; there are about 6 hours of sleep and about an hour of playtime. The ideal …
There’s no doubt that ferrets make fantastic pets. According to the American Ferret Association, they’re the third most popular pet in the country. However, owning a ferret is hard work and requires a lot of maintenance and attention. As a result, finding the right ferret cage that provides your ferret with enough space and comfort …
Ferrets are a domesticated animal that is cousins to the weasel family. Ferrets have a rapid growth rate, reaching full size in just a few months. Ferrets mature from weaning to sexual maturity in about 3-4 months. As mentioned above they reach their full size in appx. 4 months. Male ferrets (hobs – intact male) …
The first thing you need to know about keeping ferrets as pets is that yes, they smell. Ferrets are not particularly smelly creatures, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have a scent. Like any small animal, they produce an odor that is a natural musky scent. A ferret smells because they have scent glands that …
The name ferret comes from the Latin furittus, meaning “little thief.” The name was well deserved: these small animals are prolific hunters and will create a short-lived empire out of any damp, dark place they can find. They are furry, cute pets and are popular because of their playfulness. And what makes them pretty unique …
When you own a pet ferret, there are many things you need to do to ensure that you and your pet are as safe as possible. Pet ferrets can transmit several diseases and viruses to humans. Here are some tips to help you stay healthy around pet ferrets, so you can enjoy this amazing animal …
Ferrets are playful, loving, and energetic little critters who can make adorable pets for the right person. But do they like their owners? Do they care whether or not you’re there? This is a complicated question that cannot be answered with a single, simple yes or no. After all, ferrets are very social animals, and …
So, you live in California, and you’re considering becoming a ferret owner? That’s great! Ferrets make great pets. But, there’s one thing you should know: Ferrets are illegal in California The state constitution of California states that domestic animals are legal. However, the Fish and Game Commission classifies ferrets as wild and that they are …
Ferret fanciers the world over know that there is no such thing as an ordinary ferret. They can be timid or bold, aggressive or docile, but one thing is for certain: they are always playful and fun. Ferrets are also very social, so keep that in mind before you bring one home, because they will …
