Some sources say that people have kept pet ferrets for thousands of years.  Domesticated pet ferrets are actually quite common, but they have gotten a bit of a bad reputation.  They are not cats and they are not dogs.  It is not fair really to compare them to either of these animals.  Although they look like rodents to some people, they are not.  They are actually carnivores and are related to animals like weasels, minks, and polecats.  Even writing this makes it sound as though they are wild animals and that just isn't true.  They have been domesticated for many years, and do well as pets for the right owner.

Pet ferrets do not really get a very big.  Females are typically smaller than males and neutered males will usually top out at 4 pounds.  There can be individual differences in the animals, and you may see them bulk up during the colder winter months and begin to thin out once spring arrives.

Some people worry because they have heard that ferrets smell bad.  The family of animals that they belong to all have scent glands in their anus.  This family of animals includes skunks, so you can see where the bad reputation comes from.  Most pet ferrets are de-scented so this really is not an issue.  But even ferrets that still have their scent glands will not smell anywhere near as bad as a skunk.

If you do decide to get a pet ferret, you will learn a couple of things quickly.  Ferrets like to sleep a lot.  Sometimes a pet ferret will sleep 18 to 20 hours each day.  When they are awake however, they can be extraordinarily playful.  A pet ferret will adjust its schedule according to that of its human owner.  You should definitely only consider getting yourself a pet ferret if you have the time and energy to put in to playing with it on a daily basis.  Of course, you may also want to consider getting your pet ferret a friend to keep him company.  Ferrets love to play with each other.  If you want your ferret to be happy, you must be sure that it will have enough exercise and attention to meet its needs.  They will not be happy living a solitary life in a cage without any attention.  They really should have at least a couple hours of play time each day.

Another consideration if you are thinking about getting a pet ferret, is the cost.  Most likely, you are not set up with fdrret pet supplies.  You'll need to get your pet some accessories to meet its basic needs.  Before you ever get your pet ferret, you should make sure that you have purchased all necessary supplies.  You cannot simply put your ferret in a box and walk away.  He will be out before you make it out of the room.  A proper ferret cage should be purchased if you intend to keep a ferret as a pet.  You also should ferret proof your home thoroughly.

If you have ever owned a small puppy, you have gotten a little taste of what an animal can get into if it is curious.  Well, ferrets are very curious.  Ferrets can get into just about anything.  Before you bring your new pet ferret home, you should make sure that he will not be able to get to things like electrical cords or heating ducts.  You may actually want to get down on the ground at ferret level and take a look at things from that point of view.  If it catches your eye, it will catch the ferret's eye too.  It is your responsibility as a ferret owner to ensure your pets safety.  Ferret proofing your house is essential.

I will be writing more about ferret ownership in upcoming posts.  If you're thinking about taking on a pet ferret, just be fair to yourself and the animal.  Realize that owning a ferret can be an adventure.  It is not the same as owning a cat, dog, bird or any other domestic animal that you may have taken as a pet previously.  I'm not saying that it is better or worse, just different.  Do your ferret research, and be sure that a ferret is the right pet for you.  I certainly do not want to discourage anyone from owning a pet ferret.  I just think people should go into it with a full understanding of the commitment they are making, so that we don't end up with even more abandoned

Ferret Pet Supplies are essential if you are considering owning a pet ferret.  Ferret bedding, ferret cages, ferret food...it can be a bit of an expensive initial set up, but these are some of the basics of ferret care.  I will be making at least a couple of posts on the topic of ferret pet supplies.  Before you go past the point of looking for ferrets for sale, make sure that your home is prepared with the ferret accessories and all of the ferret pet supplies you will need to make your ferret's introduction to your home go smoothly.  Use these posts as a primer, but it would be wise to talk to a friend who owns a ferret or a reputable ferret breeder as well.

As far as pets go, it is important to remember that your ferret is not the same as a cat or a dog.  I've heard some ferret owners try to give descriptions of ferrets relative to both of these animals, but ferrets are definitely their own distinct animal.  They have been domesticated for over a thousand years, but they should not be taken on with the expectation of them acting like a dog or a cat. For example, you should never allow your ferret to get outside on its own.  Most people avoid doing this with dogs and cats as well, but they usually end up returning safely when they do get out.  A ferret is just not equipped to handle the wilds of your neighborhood and could end up in a very bad way if he escapes.  This is why ferret proofing your house and providing a safe secure living area (such as a ferret cage) is so important for your ferret's safety.

One of the most important pieces of basic ferret pet supplies will be the ferret cage.  As you would probably expect, you can find a wide range of styles available for your ferret to call home.  Also as you might expect, you can spend quite a bit of money on a cage if you really want to do that.  I would throw in here that you might want to consider finding a second hand cage for sale.  You could do this locally or check a site like eBay.  Even with shipping, you are likely to save some money buying used.  Just make sure that it is clean and sturdy and meets all of your other requirements before you buy it.

Ferrets can sleep a lot.  When they are awake however, they crave exercise and stimulation.  Think of how you feel when you have been cooped up all day inside of your house for one reason or another.  Your ferret needs something to keep its mind sharp and some room to move.  Ideally you will be letting your ferret out to play with you, but you can't walk around holding it during every waking moment.  Your ferret cage should probably be at least 12 cubic feet for one ferret.  That works out to about 3'x2'x2' for non math fans.  Bigger is actually better, but your budget and the amount of space available in your home could be limiting factors.  Look around for what kinds of cages are available and once again, I'll recommend asking ferret owners or ferret breeders in your area for advice.  A breeder might even have a suitable cage around that he or she wishes to sell at a decent used price.

When you decide on a cage for your ferret or ferrets be sure that it is secure so that your pet does not escape and get itself into trouble, or worse.  Check to be sure that your ferret cage has openings that are small enough to prevent escape.  Get something that is built to handle any potential escape artists.  You should be able to securely fasten the door shut.  Also be sure that there are no openings that could trap or injure your pet ferret.  If you end up buying a used ferret cage, you should also give it a very thorough cleaning.  You may never know with absolute certainty what was kept in there before you and your ferret came along.  Better safe than sorry in this case.

As I'm writing this, I'm realizing that several pages could probably be devoted just to cages.  There are many styles that include variations of a very basic ferret cage up through large, multi level outfits built to house multiple ferrets.  You will have to decide what is appropriate for your specific situation.  Before I leave the topic of ferret cages though, I want to mention that you should provide some kind of safe haven in your ferret's cage where he can go to just chill out or sleep.  They like to have some type of cover where they can escape from being in the wide open spaces.  This might be bedding or an actual ferret safe structure that gets put in the ferret cage.  You should also make sure that there is some kind of bottom to your cage other than plain wire.  It is a comfort thing.  Would you want to walk around and sleep on that every day?  Your ferret will use what you put in its cage as bedding, so it will eventually get stinky and/or dirty.  This bedding will need to come out for cleaning from time to time.  If you are going to take a ferret as a pet, you owe it to the ferret to provide decent living conditions.

From experience, I recommend checking eBay for ferret supplies.  You will usually find both new and used ferret related items listed.

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