Farret – Ferret

A ferret makes a truly magnificent pet for the right person.  You must be willing to be highly dedicated to its care and to interacting with your new pet.

Ferrets are very intelligent.  That can be both good and bad news.

On the one hand, their intelligence means that they can be trained more easily than most domesticated animals, with the exception of dogs.  They will learn your habits and your expectations.

On the other hand, that same intelligence leads to a curiosity that can sometimes get them into trouble.  They will explore anything they can get to…and  they can get to a lot of things!  Consequently, you must always keep a very close eye on them whenever you give them freedom from their cage.  It takes no time at all for a ferret to get himself or herself into trouble.

Ferrets, like any animal, are susceptible to diseases.  Check with your vet, one who is quite familiar with ferrets to learn what symptoms to watch for and appropriate preventive steps such as the necessary vaccinations.

Unfortunately, too many of these wonderful little creatures have been bred.  Consequently, if you want to bring one of the “fuzzies” into your home, we strongly recommend that you adopt one from a shelter near you.  Click here to try to find a shelter near you.

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