Ferrets are unusual and fashionable pets. Yet, few people know anything about their history or care. Most buy one for its cuteness and popularity, but never take the time to find out about the animal's particular needs. As a result, ferrets are abused, abandoned or placed in shelters. We urge you to take the time and browse the following pages for their practical advice on ferret care. If there is something specific you need to know and it is not found on these pages, call a shelter or a national ferret organization.
All About Ferrets
Getting A Ferret? If you are seriously considering getting a ferret, it means you are ready to join...
Bacterial, Fungal, and Nutritional Diseases
Overview Keeping your ferret healthy requires an understanding of the needs of these animals. These animals are prone...
Bathing Your Ferret
Overview Ferrets are fastidiously clean animals. Unfortunately, that has no bearing on their love of bathing. Few ever...
Common Mistakes New Ferret Owners Make
Introduction Ferrets sometimes do things that make new owners think that their pet has a serious problem. Many...
Cystic Renal Disease
Causes Renal diseases described in ferrets include: Acquired Hydronephrosis (a condition that typically occurs when...
Disease Prevention In Ferrets
Overview Preventive measures are vital for the health of ferrets and usually include physical examination and screening, vaccination,...
Ear and Nail Care
Ear Care When cleaning your ferret's ears, avoid going into the ear canal because you may damage the...
Ferret Biting and Nipping
Why Do Ferrets Bite? Biting is part of the natural behavior of ferrets. They may bite to get...
Ferret Distemper
Overview It is estimated that over 8 million pet ferrets live in the United States. They are said...
Flea Control
Are Fleas Dangerous? Fleas are serious business. If your ferret gets them and you do not treat the...
Parasites In Ferrets
Ferrets can be infected with a variety of helminths, most commonly roundworms Toxocara canis or Toxascaris leonina. Protozoal infections may include Giardia...
Proliferative Colitis (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)
What Is Proliferative Colitis? Proliferative colitis (inflammatory bowel disease) is an intestinal disorder of a variety of domestic...