HOUSING YOUR FERRET
What type of cage does my ferret require?
Due to their reputation as curious creatures and escape artists, ferrets should
be housed in a cage which is securely closed and locked. A litterbox can be
placed in the cage for urination and defecation.
Does my ferret need bedding in his cage?
Towels can be used for bedding. Ferrets like to burrow, so the towels can
serve this purpose or a container such as a shoe-box can be placed in the cage.
What else do I need in the cage?
Food and water bowls are often left in the ferret's cage. Since ferrets are
naturally playful, it is not uncommon for them to spill their food and water.
You might try a heavy ceramic dish (safe for eating and drinking) to prevent
this, or a holder for the food and water bowls that easily attaches to the cage.
Some owners construct a multilevel"apartment" for their pets; this can be done
with wood or cardboard, as long as the ferrets don't chew and swallow the "flooring".
The litterbox should also be placed in the cage so that the ferrets can eliminate
at will.
Anything else I need to know?
Ferrets are very sensitive to heat stroke. It is critical to keep their
environmental temperature at or below 80°F (26°C), and make sure their
"house" is well ventilated.
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