Do Ferrets Make Good Pets?

Ferrets are very cute so many people want ferrets as pets. But, do ferrets make good pets? How about when ferrets are near children? Ferrets are domestic cousin of weasels and otters. Below are information to help you decide if ferrets make good pets.

Do ferrets exist in the wild?

Ferrets do not exist in the wild at all. Some people link ferrets to the endangered black footed ferret but in fact the black footed ferrets are completely different species to regular ferrets people have as pets.

How friendly are ferret?

Because ferrets are very friendly, many people consider ferrets good pets.

What is a ferret's personality?

People think of ferrets personality as somewhere between a dog and a cat. Some ferrets are cuddly like dogs and other ferrets are independent, similar to cats. Ferrets are very playful.

Do old ferrets remain playful as young ferrets?

Many animals lose their playfulness when they get older. However, ferrets usually don't get much less playful as they get older. Old ferrets can be as playful as young ferrets. Ferrets are smart and very inquisitive and determined.

How much training does a ferret kitten need?

Similar to kittens and puppies, ferret kits need a lot of care and training at first. Ferrets have claws and they cannot be declawed. If you decide to have ferrets as pets, you need to find some other means of protecting your furniture and properties. De-clawing ferrets is not your solution. If you cannot put up with ferrets claws, don't get ferrets as pets.

Do ferrets get along with dogs and cats or other pets?

Most dogs and cats can learn to get along with ferrets but it takes time for them to get used to one another. Some dogs and cats never get along with ferrets while others are friends just fine. If you have other pets, you need to be patient and introduce them to each other slowly over several weeks. But, bear in mind that if they never learn to get along, you will need to separate them permanently. Kittens and puppies will learn to get along with ferret kits much better and faster than adult dogs, cats and ferrets.

What animals don't ferrets get along with?

Ferrets usually don't ever get along with birds, rabbits, rodents such as hamsters or mice, lizard, etc. However, there are exceptions.