Across the United States and around the world there are shelters housing abandoned and unwanted ferrets. While the number of shelter owners and operators seems to be growing, the resources they need to assist their charges remain scarce. With limited time, financial and human resources, shelter owners scramble to provide the ferrets in their care [...]
When we bring pets into our homes and hearts, we must be fully prepared to provide for their comfort, social and nutritional needs. In addition, we must realize that our pets cannot tell us, in so many words, when they aren’t feeling well. It is up to us to be aware of their physical condition [...]
Although ferrets are creatures with a small surface area, their little bodies still require routine basic grooming and maintenance. Even though ferrets groom themselves, it is not enough to keep them looking and feeling their best. There are 4 basic steps to grooming, depending on the needs of your ferret: Brushing teeth: Your ferret’s teeth [...]
Just like it’s a good idea to have a human first-aid kit handy at all times, the same rule applies to your ferret. Having a box of commonly used supplies in a central location not only makes it easier for you as an owner, but also might save valuable seconds that mean everything during an [...]
The ferret has been a domesticated animal for 5000 years. Sketches and paintings, and even bodies, of ferrets have been found in numerous Egyptian burial sites. They have been used for rabbit and rodent hunting, both out of necessity and for sport. Queen Victoria of England presented visiting royalty with ferrets as gifts. Despite this [...]
