Read more at: AFA Ferret Color and Pattern Standards Chart A Note on Ferret Colors: Ferret’s colors and patterns can change very dramatically with each seasonal coat change, and with …

Ferrets have been domesticated for approximately 3000 years (Ancient Egyptians are depicted with ferrets). However, there are many regions in the UK/EU in which there are Feral/Wild …

Ferrets are obligate carnivores. This means that they require meat and only meat for them to be healthy. It is what their bodies have evolved to digest and if you look at the ingredients for …

Hissing: Some ferrets actually hiss. Hissing may be a sound of displeasure (fear, anger, or a warning to back off), but many ferrets hiss in play (especially when play-fighting cage-mates). …

Private Breeders Ferrets from a reputable breeder are often significantly healthier than ferrets who have come from a mill/pet store or a BYB (Back Yard Breeder). A responsible breeder …

Raw fed ferrets very rarely over-eat; they are great at self-regulating. Unless you have a ferret who is overweight, they should be offered as much food as they will eat. A good rule of thumb …

The first key to making your home smell good is to keep it clean. Pets (and particularly ferrets) have a natural odor. This odor can be lessened with a balanced raw diet, regular litter …

Indeed, ferrets are often referred to as “cancer machines” by veterinarians and ferret enthusiasts alike. While ferrets can develop many, and indeed almost any, type of cancer, there are some …

Welcome to the Ferret Hall of Fame, where you can meet some fantastic ferrets who have found their spot in the limelight! [HFF does not claim ownership of any of the following stories or …

Pee-Belly: Male ferrets, particularly ones with a decent sized belly, may drag their bellies through their urine leaving urine on their fur. Poof: When a “fully loaded” ferret (scent glands still intact) …