How to Care for Ferrets : Things to Consider Before Getting a Pet Ferret

May 24, 2010 by  
Filed under Pet Talk


Watch an expert provide a list of things to consider before buying or adopting apet ferret in this free online video. Expert: azsli Contact: www.morningstarr.org Bio: Fran Freedman has been an animal lover all her life. She is president and co-founder of the Morning Starr Animal Sanctuary, an all volunteer, non-profit organization in Cornville, Arizona. Filmmaker: Chuck Tyler

Comments

25 Responses to “How to Care for Ferrets : Things to Consider Before Getting a Pet Ferret”
  1. ferrets14 says:

    i have the ferret nation to, and i only have 2 ferrets in it. i think its fine, because it gives them alot of space to play and burnoff energy, and theres still space for other ferrets :)

  2. horsesarecute326 says:

    haha cool video but why is she moving the ferrets hands as if it was talking?? LOL

  3. ComputerJunkies says:

    My ferrets are really ill. I have no money… :(

  4. weschevy98 says:

    is there ever a ferret that is perfectly healthy it’s whole life, and they just die of age?

  5. stupidmecharm says:

    i have that cage! is it ok that i have two ferrets in it though??

  6. plptypscp says:

    how hard are they to train to use the litter box?

  7. hemodes says:

    im planning to get me my own ferret this coming spring, i just wanna ask you guys something about the room temperature for the ferrets cage to be at? should the room be warm or cold in what fahrenheit should it be? thanks guys

  8. disneychannelrocks9 says:

    i have 2 ferrets!

  9. Froastwolf says:

    thats good advice thanks

  10. jonny4911 says:

    Well that depends. Fist and foremost, I am in no way a valid expert on these animals but…

    When dogs and cats are young you ad water to soften the dry food so it’s easier for them to bit through.
    I would check on whether or not your ferrets adult teeth has come out yet or ask a vet.
    I would imagine that the ferrets don’t yet have its adult teeth so start with dry food and water. But really the only way to be certain is to check with a vet and get a professional opinion.
    Good luck!

  11. Froastwolf says:

    I just bought dry ferret food for my 2 month old ferret… so should I add water to the food because it seems really solid/hard… I only had him for a couple of days so any information will help

    thanks

  12. PomaPunk says:

    if u r talking bout all the metal ones the r ferret nation cages, they have a website i use them for chins and ferrets. they r the best to use- to me

  13. sprodude says:

    where did you get the cage and if you made it how did you make and one last thing how much did it cost?????
    Thanks

  14. ericrules95 says:

    How much do their vaccinations cost?
    Iive in new york

  15. myIVIule says:

    Most of the time ferrets get illnesses only because the owner treats them badly.
    Just make sure you wash hands, and if you want to, shower before and after playing with it.
    Common Colds can be very dangerous to them.

    And 200 dollar cages?
    I bought a 6 foot tall one for 100 bucks.

  16. Jillgangster says:

    no they don’t take up much room, they can be very curious around ur house so make sure u ferret proof ur house, they are not nocturnal, the sleep for 18 hours and adjust to ur life style, if u socialize ur pets enough the ferret will love to play with ur dog

  17. superE230 says:

    OHHH i reallllly want to get one now! do they take up much room? and are they a hassle to take care of? are they nocturnal! i am determined to get one! are they friendly also to a dog?

  18. Ferretlover5711 says:

    duh

  19. Ferretlover5711 says:

    ya mandyXfreak, they do need rabies

  20. nismortuned350z says:

    yea they do at least get there vaccinations every year

  21. mandyXfreak says:

    thanxx hey do they need rabie shot?? SOMEONE REPLY THNXX :)

  22. roryloveferrets says:

    this woman is wrong keep ur ferret healthy and alive and u can keep them outside with lots of bedding to keep them warm so most of u dont know a lot about ferrets

  23. scarsinah says:

    $200 cages? Where is she buy her cages at lol.

  24. hemoykitty says:

    if u keep them healthy they won’t get sick and you can find cheaper cages ^_^

  25. OzoneLaiyarr says:

    The rumor about them getting ill at the age of two is gobshite so long as you keep them healthy they will be fine at all ages

Speak Your Mind

Tell us what you're thinking...
and oh, if you want a pic to show with your comment, go get a gravatar!