Ferrets can make great pets but pet ferret care may be very different from what you are used to with cats, dogs, hamster and other pets. While ferrets have been domesticated, they still adhere to a lot of their natural or wild behavior. For example most ferrets will sleep during the day and then become active at dawn and dusk.
It will do you a great deal of good to find out as much information about feeding ferrets as you can, as ferrets have a very different diet than most indoor pets. Ferrets are carnivores—that means that most plants hold absolutely no nutritional value for them. They also digest their food quite fast, so you will need to make sure that the food your ferret receives is full of the energy he needs.
You will need to make sure that you feed your ferret food that is high in things like protein and fat, yet low in fiber. Do make sure that you always feed food that is recommended for a ferret, and never feed him food specified for another animal.
While it is possible to train your ferret to use litter though it will take you longer to train a ferret then a cat. To do this you need to limit the ferret’s space so they have a small area in which the litter is placed. The litter pan should also be very easy to access. You should not completely clean it as a small amount of urine or feces will let the ferret know that this is the area that is to be used as a bathroom. Ferret cages should be kept clean and have designated feeding and sleeping areas.
Ferrets can naturally have a musky odor and no amount of cleaning will make it go away so just get used to your pet. Most recommended that you give your ferret an occasional bath but don’t overdo it. If you bathe your ferret too much it might make the glands start producing more oil and the scent can become overpowering.
Ferret ownership can be very rewarding, but you must be prepared for the responsibilities of owning one. It is a good idea to research all of the ferret supplies that will be necessary for his care, as well as eating and behavioral habits. It is even a good idea to look into the diseases and various conditions that ferrets are prone to and set up a regular vet schedule for check-ups.
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