Tag: "ferrets as pets"
Why Ferret Cages are an Essential Part of Keeping Ferrets as Pets
So, You’re Getting a Ferret! There are some essential items you will need if you are considering owning a pet ferret. Possibly the most important of these is the place your new pet will call home. You will need a ferret cage. Don’t even dream of buying your pet until you have a proper ferret [...]
The History of Ferrets as Pets
Thinking about getting a ferret as a pet? You aren’t the first one! The use of domesticated ferrets as pets goes back a long time. There are drawings of animals in Egyptian crypts which may be of ferrets. As remains of these animals have not been found by archaeologists, no one can be absolutely sure [...]
Time to Clean the Ferret Cage!
If you are here, it’s pretty likely that you either have a ferret already, or you are thinking about getting one as a pet. It should be pretty clear by now that I think they make great pets for the right person. However, in the interest of both potential owners and the ferret itself, it [...]
Keeping Ferrets as Pets
Is Buying a Ferret Illegal? Even though you will often find them listed as “exotic pets”, ferrets have been around as domesticated animals for thousands of years. Today they are somewhat of a trendy pet even though there are bans against owning them or permit restrictions in some areas of the United States and in [...]
Do You Need Ferret Bedding?
You will probably be getting a ferret cage with a wire bottom. These should have some type of covering over them to protect your ferret’s feet and to make it a more comfortable place. Some people will throw in an old piece of carpeting, but that can hold odors and ferrets sometimes snag their claws [...]
What Ferret Toys Should You Buy Your Pet?
Ferrets can sleep a lot, but when they are awake, they LOVE to play! It is a good idea to make sure that your ferret has plenty of safe ferret toys to play with when he’s feeling playful. There are many different types of toys available for ferret owners to choose from, but you should [...]
Should You Get a Pet Ferret?
Getting a pet ferret is sort of a trendy thing to do nowadays. When you see those cute little guys wrestling with each other or snuggling on their owner, they can look so adorable that you just want to get one for yourself. There is no doubt that ferrets can make great pets, but they [...]
