Author: Tanya Huffman

Here’s what you can expect if you’re considering ferret adoption!Verina | Unsplash Fun Facts About FerretsTo start, let’s look at some fun, general facts about ferrets!The word “ferret” is Latin for “little thief” (and that’s totally accurate!). Thousands of years ago, ferrets were domesticated and domesticated so that they could be used to chase rabbits into their burrows for hunting. Ferrets are part of Mustelidae family These include weasels, minks and otters. A group of ferrets is called a “business.” Ferrets are the third most popular companion animal in North America (behind only dogs and cats). Ferrets are very interesting…

Not sure how to bathe your ferret? Here are some pointers. Photo by Alfred Kenneally on Unsplash How to Bathe a FerretLike cats, ferrets are very clean animals and groom themselves throughout the day—but sometimes, these critters may need a bath. The frequency of bathing depends on your situation, but since they have sensitive skin that dries out easily, the maximum should be once a month. Bathing your ferret has nothing to do with getting rid of their smell; it’s more about removing their itchy skin, cooling them, or washing them if they get into something they shouldn’t.Why Ferrets Need…

Each state and country has its own rules on whether or not ferrets are allowed as pets.Photo by Serena Koi Why Are Ferrets Banned in Some Places?It is believed that most domesticated ferrets are descended from the polecat in Western and Eastern Europe. Therefore, they are not native to many other countries. Canada has a native species—the black-footed ferret—but it’s not the kind that became a pet.Since domesticated ferrets are imported into most countries, they can be seen as pests. Unfortunately, many people set them free, and in some areas, ferrets have become overpopulated. It is because of this that…

Do you understand your ferret’s digestive system?Lindsey Turner Ferret Digestive SystemFerrets are small animals with a very fast metabolism. As carnivores, they require a high-protein diet with very low carbs and sugars. For such small animals, their stomachs are quite large and their intestines are complex, even though they are very short.Having a good understanding of how their digestive systems work will help you keep your ferret as healthy and happy as possible. This is how the ferret digestive system works.T. Huffman The stomachThe ferret has a basic and simple stomach. For a small stomach, it can hold a little:…

Celene Hoag’s ferret, LeonardHolistic Ferret Health Issues in FerretsA variety of health issues often plague ferrets, but there is one illness they can develop before they are even born that can have its own challenges.Waardenburg Syndrome is a disorder that develops while the kit is still in the womb, but with some special management strategies, they can still live a beautiful and happy life.What is Waardenburg Syndrome?First discovered in 1916 by a Dutch ophthalmologist, it went through many studies over the years, finally being named and formulated by Petrus Johannes Waardenburg in 1951. He divided the disorder into four categories.…