Ferret Reviews

I love my ferret Spunky very much!  He is a de-scented, spayed male and I bought him about 1 1/2 years ago.  I did make sure I bought him a three tiered cage that was roomy, easy to clean and safe.  If you are going to get a ferret as a pet I suggest you get a cage with the bottom removable.  It is easier to clean if you can just lift the top off the cage.  Ferrets do require alot of time and attention though.  So if you don't like animals that require alot of time do not get one.  They work better in groups but if you have other animals that they can play… read full review »

We had a ferret for 10 years, which is old for a ferret.  I would recommend this animal to folks who have time to spend with it.  They are mostly a one person pet and will follow you around like a dog.  They should be given ferret food.  Ours however liked cat food.  It is harder on their system and not recommended by vets.  When we switched to ferret food, Xenia would not eat, therefore, the vet said to go back to the cat food.  Xenia developed a tumor (which is normal) and had surgery to have it removed.  The cost was $700.  To us it was worth… read full review »

I have owned ferrets for about 12 years now.  I think they are great pets if taken care of and trained well.  In 12 years I have had 4 different ferrets and they have all been great companions and great with children.  I never had any children living in my home, but when we had family over the ferrets were always a big curiosity for the all of the kids.  Mine never bit anyone or even acted mean.  They tolerated being picked up and constant attention from the children. — Before getting a ferret you should do your research on what it takes to care for… read full review »

all three are teained to come and sit and beg and are littereed trained. they love PB and honey and fruit they. the love banna chips. also they like cat food,. they are fearless animals the places they go are amaziing. my three farrert have differnt personalities two are very loving wants to be held and cuddeled. the othere wants to show off and get into mess. they are loved. they all know who we are. the musty order you can get ride of that. its like have three year old running around your house. they are energetic good with people good… read full review »

I have 3 ferrets. They each have very different personalities. Izzy is my mellow boy and our first. Bella we got as a friend for Izzy.  She is spunky and our boldest. Then my daughter talked me into a 3rd. His name is Ozzy and he is deaf. He is very hard to find when it is time to go back in the cage. They bring a smile to your face every time you see them. They are a part of our family as much as our 3 dogs. They also get along with our 2 cats. They do not however get along with our Bunny. Ferrets will kill rodents like rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, mice etc... they will also kill birds.… read full review »

Don't get me wrong--ferrets are my all-time favorite animals. I'm happily devoting my life to them. They're gregarious, playful, loving, and smart. Not to mention soulful, soft, and loving. — — But as a rescuer and shelter operator, I wish far fewer people would get ferrets. That way fewer ferrets would be homeless. I wouldn't recommend them for people who cannot afford huge vet bills, people with small children, or people who aren't willing to completely turn their lives upside down. They're also not for anyone who may be going off to college, transferring to California, or… read full review »

The ferret is the perfect pet and here's why: — 1) They're small. — 2) They're quiet. — 3) They're easy to train. — 4) They're low maintenance. — 5) They're fun to watch. — 6) They're able to entertain themselves. — 7) They have small poop. — 8) They sleep A LOT. — — We have 2 ferrets. They're both housebroken, one more so than the other, but that's okay (see reason 7 above.) They don't require expensive toys. They're more than happy to play with any empty (or full) grocery bag, tissue box, sock, rug, etc. They make virtually no… read full review »

ferrets are a high maintenance pet that is the third most popular pet in the world.  the key to understanding ferrets is EDUCATION.  anyone interested in ferrets should buy a book and read it before adopting a ferret from a shelter or purchasing one from a pet store.  i would also see if there is a ferret shelter close by and volunteer there.  i recommend adopting from a shelter because the shelter knows each ferrets personality:  biter, nippy, blind, deaf, likes kids, gets along with other animals etc.  there are genetic problems with different colorings of… read full review »

My husband and I have now brought 5 ferrets into our home. Ferrets are exciting creatures who are always looking for something new and fun to get into.  However, before bringing one home please educate yourself on their behavior, health, and care.  They are time consuming (recommeded 2-4 hours / day for playtime).  I would not recommend ferrets for parents with children or if you are busy working most of the time.  Ferrets are very loving and interesting pets.  — If you consider bringing one (or two*) into your home, please consider adopting from a local resuce… read full review »

Ferrets make a great pet!  I have two ferrets and they are so much fun to watch.  They play together , sleep together, and keep each other company.  They have a 4+ foot cage where they sleep and eat and they also have an inside play yard where they can run around in with lots of toys and sleeping bags plus food and water.  I have a kitten who jumps in to their play area and plays with them.  When the ferrets have enough, they chase him out.  It is quite comical to watch.  I had two other ferrets in the past, but only one at a time.  It's more fun with… read full review »

I'm kinda new to ferrets.  I've only had them for a couple years, but they are such cool pets that I have to recommend them to any family. — — Just be sure that you ferret-proof your house.  This includes finding every quarter-sized hole in your furniture and cabinets and BLOCKING IT!!  I still have a bathroom that, when the door's open and the ferrets see it, they run for it and jump over the toe-kick and hide in the cabinet.  It's a pain to get them out as they're terribly stubborn and enjoy making us frustrated. — — But when they play, you… read full review »

I have 2 ferrets but had 9 at one time. Great pet. I let them out of their cage everyday. They are fun to watch them run & play. They like to get in to trouble if you don't watch them when they are out of their cage. They are quiet & would not want to hurt a fly. I am on a tight income & I can feed 2 ferrets for about $25.00 per month. They are like children, they even find fun in something free like a empty paper towel roll. The only real trouble I have with them is trying to find a vet. Not all vets take care of ferrets. I recomend finding a vet before you get a ferret but I… read full review »

I love my ferrets and the neighborhood kids do too, but often I just don't have the time to give them.  If there was a 7-12 year old child in our household who wanted them in his or her room that would be ideal because they could run around and play while the child did whatever, and they would be fantastic companions because they are so incredibly sweet. Males tend to be more cuddly and females are more spry.  Their claws can be really hard on younger children.  Make sure it's a Marshall Ferret, and check around for second hand ones.  They can be a lot less expensive and… read full review »