Ferret's are very good pets, but they can also be a pain. It one gets loose, you'll have to track it down. They're just like over grown mice. They are quite affectionate, however. They are great around children, and most entertaining to watch.

Ferrets are affectionate animals and CAN make good pets. But like most animals, you will NEED to spend time with your pet everyday. If you don't, they tend to get bitey. Think about it before you get one. If you can't spend the time with them, you won't be happy with them as a pet.

Ferrets are like children, but more intense. I wouldn't say that ferrets are necessarily good with children, but if you have a good ferret, then this is definately the case. Domesticated ferrets are wonderful fun. They are extremely social, so if you can't spend a large part of the day with your ferret, you should consider two to keep each other company. Ferrets are part of the *mustalid* (not sure of spelling there) family, or simply put, they are related to skunks. As such, they will have an odor, even if the scent glands are removed. The smell is often described as "musty" and as any ferret owner knows, the smell of a ferret is quite distinct from any other animal. The odor of a ferret can be reduced in several ways. Contrary to popular belief, frequent bathing will only intensify the smell, as the ferret's natural systems will work overtime to replace the oils that you have washed away. Only wash the animals when there is dirt, discoloration from body oils, and in general when they really need it. Another way to help control odors is to clean the ears well. There are products to help with this. Ferrets tend to sleep with a "blankie." They have been known to drag their blanket from one part of the cage to another and cover up with it. One the matter of sleep, ferrets really only do two things. Well, three. Sleep, play, and eat. Ferrets, being social creatures, will sleep together, sometimes making huge piles on top of each other in the quest for sleep. Ferrets can be litterbox trained. They can be trained to ride on your shoulder. Be warned: ferrets are thieves!!! In my personal experience, two of my ferrets had found a series of things to steal and hide. They divided the items amongst each other, sorted by material type. They then found an item that they couldn't divide but had a long cord. They stretched the cord between their hiding spots. Ferrets have a very fast digestive system (approximately 2 hours from ingestion to exit) and as such, require a special diet. It is not approriate to feed a ferret cat food! It is not healthy for them. A ferret requires food that is at LEAST 16-18% fat. The first ingredient in the bag should be chicken, or better yet, fish. Not a grain product! I kept my ferrets (I've owned five) on a 23% fat diet and they did just fine. Although ferrets love rubber/latex, cherios, etc, they should not be allowed to have them. Check with a reputable pet food/care distributor for items for your ferret. You may also wish to invest in a harness if you decide to take them for walks. Ultimately, you need to spend alot of time with your ferret. My last two lived for 10 years (male) and 8 (female). So if you treat them well and care for them, you will have a good friend for quite some time.

Yes, but only if you have a lot of patience. I adore my ferret, but in all honesty will probably not want to get another one after he goes. Solitary ferrets especially, need a lot of attention. It would be cruel just to keep one in a cage all day, they are social animals and love to play. I let mine out whenever I'm home until bedtime, and at best, he is 90% potty trained. I still find little "presents" lying around at times, especially in the corners. You have to keep in mind when contemplating getting a ferret, that you will most likely end up cleaning after their little messes. They can have extensive medical problems, so you have to make sure you're financially able to handle any vet bills that may come up. My ferret has gotten sick a couple times, and required immediate veterinary attention. Exotic vets sometimes charge more, and my vet visits averages around $150.00. My friend's ferret had a tumor that ended up costing over 600.00. They can also contract viruses like Distemper, so you must get them immunized. They are so full of energy, and very persistent little creatures. There is nothing more amusing than watching a ferret play, especially with another ferret. They are full of life, but can get annoying. Mine likes to bite my toes, to the point where I wear shoes almost all the time. They are also wonderful at hiding. I will find my favorite anywhere from the top utensil drawer in the kitchen, to under the bathroom sink curled up underneath a stack of folded towels. Mine also gets very upset when we put him back in his cage, and grabs the cage walls with his little claws and rattles the cage. He also knocks over water glasses, and likes to hide things that he finds lying around the house. I've found various items behind my dresser, or underneath a rug. Taking all this into consideration, please make sure you are ready for a ferret. Having a cat, too, I can honestly say the cat is much easier to care for than a ferret. I know some one who takes in abandoned ferrets, and can testify that many owners just aren't ready to make that commitment.

My sister has 3 and I see them alot. The vet said they must have 3 hours "exercise time" everyday and she bought them a maze/tunnel thing they just love. They get into "everything", are mischievous and love to take things and hide them. They're very smart, and fast and we get a kick out of them. They're don't have such good eye sight though, which is why they're always "sniffing" and touching things. They should be watched when roaming free. Although they're nimble (you can roll them up in a ball), they're not always graceful and can get hurt if they fall from somewhere high (even a kitchen table). One of them broke his leg a few months ago. One vet wanted to put him to sleep, but my sister wouldn't hear of it. The second vet set his leg with pins for a few weeks and now he's fine. They're a bigger responsibility than cats, but not as much responsibility as a dog. I recommend them as pets, because they're good natured and don't think they could harm anybody. They have a certain odor though - even though their anal glands are removed (they're related to minks and skunks you know). I was told they have a life span of around 6 years - and it's best to get more than one since they're not solitary animals. Good luck!

I have three ferrets, they make excellents additions to your family. However, just as everyone is not a cat or dog person, everyone is not suitable for ferret companionship. Ferrets are social animals and benefit from plenty of attention. This includes: talking to them, playing games with them, grooming them, daily kennel clean-up, immunizations, etc. Ferrets are curious to a fault and CANNOT be trusted to stop, stay or sit on command like dogs, when exploring their surroundings. Think of them as very tiny, furry children. They like to explore everything! Where ever you play with them make sure that area is 'ferret proofed' with some of the same precautions you would use for a baby. Even then keep a close eye on them during playtime because ferrets are great puzzle solvers and when they want something they will work tirelessly until they get to it.Most ferrets only nip when they are young babies and this is easy to correct. Baby ferrets will sometimes nip fingers or toes to get your attention; they don't realize it hurts. All you have to do is say,'Aww!' loudly and pull back the finger or toe and they'll stop doing it. Seriously, it doesn't take long, a couple times should do it. Ferrets can easily be litterbox trained like cats, because they have a tendency to eliminated in corners. Pet stores have special triangle and rectangle shaped boxes with a low front for them. You will always know when your ferret is about to use the bathroom because they will start to back up into a corner. When buying litter get one MADE FOR FERRETS. The best kind are of compressed pulp paper. NEVER buy kinds made of cedar chips. Ferrets, like dogs are fond of strong odors and love to climb into stinky shoes for a good whiff. They also like to squeeze themselves into tiny spaces. Ferrets like to hide their favorite things, whether that be food, toys, or your socks in a special hiding place so they can play with it later. They also like to dig, so don't keep any plants you're really fond of in their area. If you have more than one ferret they will spend most of their time playing tag and wrestling; join in it's fun! Ferrets are not very vocal and I have only heard ours make three different types of sound. One-they sigh. Two-when wrestling gets rough they may squeal. Three-when playing tag they make a repettive excited sound that can best be described as, 'he-he-he'.Ferrets will play as long as you let them and sleep where they drop when tired. They are also great nappers and can sleep for hours if undisturbed. All ferrets sold as pets have had their scents glands removed. However, ferrets still have a slightly musky odor that comes from the oil in their skin. Some people can't stand the smell. Please make sure you have actually held a ferret and smelled a ferret to find out if this will be a problem for you. Bathing the ferret will only cause it's skin to produce more of this oil. There are several conditioning/deodorizing sprays found in pets stores for ferrets you can buy to keep from irritating their skin after a bath. Ferrets make excellent pets, but not for people with time contraints. Think of it as having a new child in the house. They are fearless (willing to jump from high surfaces), explorers (willing to crawl up your pants leg) that like to be in small dark places. Think, behind the couch, under a beanbag, between blankets on the floor. Good luck!

Hello, Yes, ferrets make good pets. Here's an article which goes into more detail: http://www.squidoo.com/doferretsmakegoodpets

I have two indoor ferrets and they are great pets but I think they are harder to keep than a dog. You have to have alot of patience and although they will provide you with endless fun and games, they WILL drive you crazy in their persistence at doings things such as digging at doors, carpets, getting into small spaces, pooing everywhere, even when litter trained, ferrets poo ALOT! Ferrets are into EVERYTHING! and although thats whats great about them you have to be extra vigilent to keep them safe at all times. I adore my two ferrets and would never be without them but think long and hard before you make that committment.

I've got 2. I love them, they stay as playful as kittens but you can put them in a cage haha. They're good pets for people who work, they'll sleep up to 20 hours a day if you let them. And will adjust their schduel to be awake when you are home. They are a riot. I highly advise getting 2. They'll keep eachother company while you're working. Good luck ♥laura

Man, my friend had two ferrets and those things freaked me out! I tell ya, they can sense your fear! He loved them though.

I think they make great pets..Mines are more like cats and if i do not feel good they will come and sit on my chest and tuck their heads under my neck..It makes me feel better...

They make great pets, but they do take a lot of time, are expensive to keep. They need at least 4 hours play time outside their cage. They need vaccinations and annuls physicals. And they need good food. Mine get a 52% protein, 24% fat, less than 1% carbohydrate diet. Costs $55 per 20 pound bag, but turns out to be less than half the price of the cheapest ferret food. They eat less, less poop, fewer medical problems. With ferrets the cheaper you get the more you'll pay and you will cut their lives in half, maybe more.

*laughs* Ask the user Ferret of DOOM. He's a friend of mine IRL and just got a ferret for his birthday. So far he loves it and he should be able to tell you just how much attention, etc... they need.

My friends kids had them, they thought so, I'd be afraid to have one.(((())))

I had one,they are fun,but they stink and they will hide your stuff in places where you will never find it again.