Ferret for sale

How much should a ferret cost?

• Cost of Buying or Adopting a Ferret
• The average cost of purchasing a ferret from a breeder can range $100-$400, while adopting one from a rescue generally costs $50-$300, says Dwight Alleyne, DVM, a veterinarian at Acres Mill Veterinary Clinic in Canton, Georgia.

Is it better to get 1 or 2 ferrets?

Ferrets don’t cope well living alone and should be kept in pairs or groups. You’ll often find them having an impromptu play, charging around their enclosure and springing at each other. One thing’s for certain, they always choose to snuggle together in a big pile when they sleep.

What is the downside of owning a ferret?

Ferrets aren’t the type of pet that you can keep in a cage all day or let do their own thing. They have certain dietary requirements that have to be met to ensure their health, and they require socialization, interaction, and playtime with appropriate toys.

Can ferrets be left alone for 8 hours?

Ferrets need to be allowed out to play for at least an hour or two every day in a room that has been ferret-proofed. Young, healthy ferrets can be left alone for a weekend with a dependable water source and enough food to last the time they are unobserved, but it is safer to have someone check on them daily.

Do ferrets like being held?

Ferrets really enjoy spending time with their human companions are usually happy to be picked up and cuddled. If they’re frightened or accidentally hurt, ferrets can give a strong bite. Getting them used to being picked up when they’re young is really important.

What is the lifespan of a pet ferret?

Ferrets live an average lifespan of 5-7 years, however, the current record for the oldest ferret is 14 years old! They are very curious little creatures.