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Home l Me and Pets (1) (2) (3) l Me, Music and Pets l Coqui l
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Just for... (Cats) (Dogs) (Ferrets) (Birds) (Fish) |
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What exactly is a ferret? |
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The domestic ferret (Mustela putoriusfuro) is a small furry animal from the Musteliade family. By nature, ferrets are very curious, energetic, funny and lovable. Years ago ferrets were used as hunting companions in a sport called ferreting. Today this practice is illegal in the U.S. and ferrets are now owned mainly as household pets.
Ferrets are carnivores(meat-eaters) and require a diet high in meat-based protein and fat. Adult females weigh an averageof 1 to 3 pounds and males weigh 3 to 5 pounds. their average life span is 5 to 8 years when properly cared for.
Baby ferrets are called "kits." Adult females are called "jills," and males are called "hobs." Sprayed females are known as "sprites" and castrated males "gibs."
Ferrets do get along with other pets, however, they should be introduced slowly. Discretion and good judment is needed when introducing and allowing other pets to play with a ferret.
Generally, ferrets are very clean animals and groom themselves, but most owners bathe their ferrets weekly...
But the most important thing is that ferrets are one of the most playful and lovable pets you can own. |
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Here are some links you can find more information about ferrets... |
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Ferret Central |
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Ferret resources on the Internet |
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The Ferret Store |
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A store specially for ferrets |
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Ferret Family Services |
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Domestic Ferret Information and Education
Public Service and Welfare Organization |
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The American Ferret Association |
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Protect, Promote and Provide education and information |
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FACT |
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Ferret Association of Connecticut- dedicated to helping ferret owners, caretakers, and most importantly, the ferrets themselves |
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Californians for
Ferret Legalization |
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An Umbrella Organization Representing Hundreds of Thousands of Ferret Enthusiasts in California |
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