Dear Friend:

Welcome to our Ferret Care Center,

Hi. My name is Arthur Young and I have been fascinated by playful animals my entire life. As a child visiting the zoo it was the otter cage that captured my attention. When I discovered ferrets it became my passion to find out everything I could about these furry friends and share it with others like you.

Before you decide to purchase a ferret, you need to consider how much time and expense is required to properly care for him/her. Ferrets come from the mustelid (weasel) family. As a result, they tend to have a unique odor when they reach adulthood. It might be a wise choice for you to de-scent your ferret to avoid having an odor issue. In addition you should consider neutering your ferret if you have no plans to breed him/her. This will prevent unplanned litters if you purchase two or more of them. Veterinarian visits are necessary for both vaccinations and periodic health check-ups.

Ferrets require a balanced diet. High quality cat food or ferret food can be obtained from your local pet supply store. Be careful to check the ingredients to insure that the food has at least 35% protein and 20% fat. This is a higher fat content than is required by cats. Poultry fats are a better blend of fatty acids and are healthier for ferrets. Fresh water is a must for your ferret. Although more likely to drink from a bowl than a bottle, use a water bottle if is works better for your routine.

Safe housing is another requirement for your ferret. A large, spacious cage will be easy to clean and give your pet some extra space to control. It is important that the bars of the cage are tightly spaced for the safety of the ferret, whose curiosity might lead him to try to stick his head through the bars. In a similar manner, protect your ferret’s feet from getting caught in the cage’s flooring. Ferrets are playful and need a safe environment in which to run around. Ferrets sleep quite a bit (15-20 hours per day) and prefer to hide in dark padded areas. You can start by putting a sheet over part of the cage to give them a quiet and private place to play and/or sleep. Consider the purchase of a sleeping sack or hammock to give the a comfortable bed to sleep on.

Ferrets are chewers. They test things in their mouths. A frequent check of your ferret’s cage for dangerous objects may save a lot of grief. If your ferret manages to eat the wrong thing it may lead to an obstruction in the intestines and a pricey surgery.

Ferrets can be socialized. It is important to introduce them to humans when they reach 30 days old. Your ferret should be let out of his cage at least twice a day in a ferret-safe room. Ferrets love to cuddle. The more frequently you can do this the better for his training. Due to the risk of getting hurt, you should never leave your ferret outside of his cage unattended.

Ferrets can be trained to use a litter box. The earlier they learn this, the higher their success rate.

Ferrets are fun and loving. The more you interact with them the longer and healthier life they will have.

Some Tips on Caring for Your Ferret

A ferret can be a wonderful addition to your family. He/she can add hours of delightful fun and play to your life. If properly cared for ferrets are pretty sturdy little fuzzles. The problem is that an uninformed ferret owner can do more harm than good for their pet.

The areas a ferret owner needs to pay special attention to are:

• 1- The cage and its contents.
• 2- The room(s) your ferret has access to when outside the cage.
• 3- The toys you allow him to play with.
• 4- His diet - both his regular food and treats
• 5- His visits to the veterinarian.
• 6- Proper training.
• 7- Room temperature.

If you understand the dangers to your ferret and avoid them, he will bring you 6-8 years of companionship and love. If you do not heed the dangers, your friend will end up at the veterinarian, at a shelter, or being put to sleep.

It is my goal through the Ferret Care Report I provide, the ebook I have written and the numerous articles I have published both on this site and on ezinearticles.com to inform you of these dangers and make your experience of being a responsible ferret owner a great one.

Feel free to browse the links on this site for more information about ferrets, or get my free Ferret Care Report: 10 Secrets to Raising a Healthy Ferret.

• Is your ferret domesticated or wild?
• Choosing one of four kinds of ferrets.
• Buying a ferret home.
• Choosing proper bedding for your ferret.
• All about ferret toys.
• To use a harness or not?
• Welcoming your ferret into the family.
• Playing with your ferret.
• Much, much more!

To get this free Ferret Care Report click here .

We hope you enjoy your free report.

All the best,

Dr. Arthur Young