Training ferrets is both a daunting and exciting task. You never know what you’ll exactly get from doing so, but if you are a true blue ferret lover, you know that every drop of perspiration is truly worth it. . . .KEEP READING

Good ferret care requires that you get your ferret vaccinated for canine distemper and rabies.  The initial canine distemper vaccination requires a series of three shots at 8 weeks 11 and 14 weeks. After the initial series this vaccination is required annually. The rabies vaccine is given initially at 12 weeks of age and annually thereafter. Make sure you find a veterinarian knowledgeable about ferret care to give your pet ferrets their vaccinations and provide other ferret care treatments and advice. . . .KEEP READING

There are two types of ferrets found in North America. You have the domesticated one called the Mustela putorious and the wild one called the mustela nigripes. Both of which are closely related to the weasel family. One misconception about ferrets is that they are often referred to as rodents. . . .KEEP READING

Today pet ferrets are one of the most popular choices for a companion. They are cute, intelligent and active pets. Inquisitive and crafty, pet ferrets are an excellent choice for a pet if you are willing to commit the time and if you have the patience to train and care for them. Before you decide to acquire a pet ferret do your homework. Seek out ferret information and learn the basic ferret facts and characteristics. Consider your lifestyle and personality…do you have the resources, time and patience it takes to provide appropriate ferret care? If the answer is yes you will find a pet ferret a wonderful, loving companion who will provide you with hours of fun and entertainment. . . .KEEP READING

Ferrets are intelligent and can be trained to use a litter box, not to nip and scratch, to walk on a leash and a variety of simple tricks. Ferret training requires patience. Ferrets have attention points not attention spans. Ferret training requires lots of repetition and patience on your part. Never hit or punish you pet ferret. Rather stop the bad behavior and reward the good behavior. Reward the good behavior with treats. . . .KEEP READING