Ferret Care
and
Maintenance Articles
These
articles were written to answer the most common questions asked and to provide
solutions for ferret related problems. At Ferrets First, we understand that
there are no "ideal" homes for ferrets. Every household has a "but my" problem
somewhere. That's just a part of being real people living in the real world.
These articles are written with the real world in mind, because that's what
ferret owners contend with daily.
All articles are updated as new information and research become available. All
articles may be freely printed and redistributed to whoever needs the
information.
|
“How To” made easy: |
|
Updated: |
|
Ferrets as pets, Basic Care, Proper Housing |
10/25/02 |
|
|
A practical, common sense, guide to identifying hazards and fixing problem areas |
10/25/02 |
|
| The Wrong Pet | Is a ferret the right pet for your household? | 9/24/04 |
| Hooked on Flooring | Make cage floors comfy and easy to clean | 9/26/05 |
|
Doorway and large opening suggestions |
2/2/02 |
|
|
Games and toys to stimulate your ferret’s playtime, caged and free roam |
9/24/04 |
|
|
The right box, the right place, and how to get them to use it |
7/26/01 |
|
| The Right Box | Creative compromises to please everyone | 4/29/03 |
| Lazy Shelter Operator's Tips NEW!! | Even if you're not lazy, you might benefit from these ideas | 11/20/05 |
| Odor Control | If something stinks... it's probably NOT the ferret's fault | 5/10/02 |
|
Need to take your ferret with you? Read this FIRST |
9/24/04 |
|
|
Ferrets must be TAUGHT to bite. They CAN “unlearn” |
2/7/00 |
|
|
Having trouble finding time? Has your ferret become “too much trouble? |
1/14/02 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Health Care: |
|
|
|
Prevent needless death from allergic reactions to vaccinations |
9/21/04 |
|
|
Nutrition, “force” feeding, Duck Soup, Additives |
11/02/05 |
|
|
Supportive Care article in sections: |
|
|
|
Why a ferret stops eating and what to do about it |
4/29/03 |
|
|
How to get nutrition into a ferret that won’t eat |
11/02/05 |
|
|
Duck Soup recipes and reasons |
4/29/03 |
|
|
Resuming a normal diet after illness |
4/29/03 |
|
|
Sending your ferret to a new home, sitter, or moving? You need to know THIS! |
9/24/04 |
|
| Force Feeding Photo Guide NEW!! | Photos of holding for force feeding safely and without stress | 11/21/05 |
|
|
|
|
|
Miscellaneous: |
|
|
| Adoption Information | The pros and cons of adopting a ferret | 11/26/05 |
| Adoption Questionnaire | Pre-interview form | 11/26/05 |
|
A typical year in the bank account of a small private shelter |
11/21/05 |