Care of Ferrets
Ferrets were first tamed by the Ancient Egyptians for food and clothing. Today, they are playful weasel-like companions that depend on us for love! This category contains questions about ferret health, history, and needs.
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Maybe your ferrets really like being out of their cage. You could try to train them by putting treats in their cage at the end of...
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Most likely, it's just another dream. But then again, it may be that this dream was a message from those two animals. What were...
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Why would you want to shock a little ferret that does no harm? That is messed up, and disgusting.....just throwing it out there....
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No, its really not advisable to mix them. There is a chance they might but its definatly not worth taking the risk.
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One thing ferrets were domesticated for was pest control of rats and mice. Ferrets natural instinct would be to kill the rat. ...
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Ferrets are amazingly one of the predators towards snakes. Because of there very sharp claws and deadly teeth most snakes fear...
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Ferrets that are properly socialized do not hide at all, they seek out human attention. Ferrets like to sleep in dark secluded...
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You can put a ferret in a hamsters cage on a temporary basis as long as it's not being used to house hamster's as the ferret will...
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What do you mean by "weird?" Ferrets have a pecking order, much like dogs. If you have multiple ferrets and you introduce a new...
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is it in there diet if so it's not harmful. never paint your birds toenails it kills them!
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Depends on the ferret - Unaltered ferrets are more solitary, while most ferrets that are altered like living in groups Advice...
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If your pig ways between 1 and 4 lbs. maybe
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It is probably a tumor. I'd guess it is benign, as I've heard of more than one ferret with a benign tumor on the end of its...
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Average size for a Male Ferret: 3 - 5 lbs, 17 - 24" length (1.35 - 2.25 kg and 43 - 61 cm)
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There used to be a sport in Great Britain called "ferret-legging", where you put a ferret down your trousers with the legs closed...
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Some ferrets have jobs, the most common is ferreting (practiced in the UK and Scotland) which is hunting rabbits They have also...
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Ferrets usually use the litterbox right upon awakening, so they may be running for that reason. They're very, very hyper...
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Because they are meat-eaters. The claws help them catch, dissect, and devour their prey. In the wild, a ferret's diet would...
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About the same, both puppies and ferrets are careless and rambunctious when playing.
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A ferret's natural predatory instincts might possibly kill any rodents, rabbits, birds, guinea pigs, etc.
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Ferrets are predatory carnivores. In the wild, polecats (from which ferrets were domesticated from) would hunt and kill rabbits,...
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That sounds like your ferret may have ECE which is a Mystery Virus. it was originally called the "greenies" but the actual name...
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certain places it is illegal to own ferrets such as New York and California and Hawaii, i would recommend some one who is great...
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As long as their playtime is always supervised it should be fine. You just need to be there to intervene if your ferret gets too...
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yes your ferret will bother them quite badly too ferrets are the most humpy animals every night hell go out for some ( lots ) sex...
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is your ferret a baby still? if so they cant eat soild food yet. You have to add water to his food until the food looks like...
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The bite force of the ferret is about the same as a large dog's bite. They have powerful jaws and very sharp teeth.
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Ferrets cannot survive on their own in the wild. Humans have bred this ability out of them. They are totally dependent upon...
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its possible there too much litter in the box my ferret did the same thing til i took out some of the litter or if its a younger...
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if you care enough about any pet, you would and hould take it to the vet when anything strange is discovered!!!
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Ferrets don't attack. Improperly raised and abused ferrets can become fear biters, just like any animal.
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Most ferrets sold in the US are from Marshall Farms, the largest ferret breeder in the US does not sell cinnamon ferrets. In the...
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I am NOT sure at all but probably. And if i were you don't take any chances.
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Some ferrets bite because they were not properly trained and socialized. Or as my ferret is attracted to hand lotion, he will...
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A ferret defecates in corners or in the wild in underground burrows, it has one burrow as a potty area that it backs up into.
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Most ferrets do not like to be held, just like some cats or dogs don't like to be held.
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if they draw blood then they probably are not getting along, my ferrets play rough, they drag each other around by the necks and...
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Do not use sawdust or any kind of wood chips in a ferrets cage, it could cause respiratory problems they have sensitive noses...
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If you use rice, use regular long grain rice--NOT minute rice. Minute rice will swell and create an intestinal blockage if they...
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Ferrets are not illegal in the state of Arizona in general, but they may be illegal in certain counties or cities. Call your...
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The price varies with different veterinarians. You will have to contact your local vet to learn the actual price. Please keep in...
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if a female ferret goes in to heat and doesnt find a mate she will die. but with any birth comes the risk of problems. Ferrets...
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Ferrets sleep about 16 hours a day. When they are not sleeping they love to play. Depending on the ferret they can like cat toys,...
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Nothing. Ferrets should always have a fresh water supply available. They will of course drink anything they are offered, but...
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Some milk on occasion might be all right, but do not give them anything with sugar or cafeine, they are hyperactive enough as it...
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I believe you mean stoat. And no, stoats are not ferrets. The two animals are members of the same genus (the capitalized word in...
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I checked and it said it's ok. So yes.
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It entirely depends on what's under your furniture, fixtures and appliances. Check before you let them go. If it's a sealed...
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A heart rate of 210-230 beats per minute would be considered average.
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That depends on how big the puggle is. If the puggle is to big it will probably eat the ferret.
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Wild polecats will bite in defense. Domesticated polecats are not vicious
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Petsmart may sell Ferrets on occasion, however, if you are considering adopting a Ferret, I would recommend that you adopt one...
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It depends on what you consider mean. Ferrets are like humans in the aspect that they vary in personality, but most can be...
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Ferrets are strict carnivores (meat eaters) and should be fed food specifically made for ferrets
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it would depend on which type of hampster and if u want to have an energenic big bugger or an energenic little bugger. i love...
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Thomas (or Tom) Bobo Jack Mr. Furry Taylor
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Ideally it should be something meat based. This includes scrambled eggs, cooked/raw meats, meat baby food. Most ferrets enjoy a...
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Like dog shelters, it is a place where they take care of abandoned/unwanted ferrets that people left..Many of these shelters are...
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It depends on the ferret and you must always supervise them when around other animals - cats, some dog breeds can be friends
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Cancer is one of the most common diseases and cause of death in ferrets. There are several cancers that ferrets are prone to. ...
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A mouse can run about 11 feet per second, which is equivalent to approximately 7.5 miles per hour. Rats have reached speeds of...
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When a ferret makes a hissing noise it usually means they are irritated or mad
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chocolate. It's like poison to them even though they love it
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make sure you get a ferret shampoo. they have the right balance of oils to keep their hair and skin healthy. you can pick them up...
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While ferrets can swim, they can get exhausted very quickly.
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