We have a dominant dog (looks like Benji). Is this a good idea? Are ferrets hard to maintain since I will probably be doing all the work?
2006-11-15 02:52:10 · 10 answers · asked by me 4 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
For God's sake DON'T get your kids a ferret. They won't take care of it properly and will end up hurting it. Get them another dog or a cat. Ferrets are considered to be Exotic Pocket Pets and are VERY expensive. You also need ALOT of time to spend with them. They are not easy to take care of like a cat and you can't leave them to their own devices. KIDS AND FERRETS DO NOT MIX !
2006-11-15 10:05:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'll put it this way, if you got a ferret, it would be like having another child. check with a vet to see if you can have one because of the dog, usually if you have a pure breed, they aren't good to have with ferrets, but mutts are ok. But always check with a vet or dog breeder, if possible. I love my 2 ferrets. If you do make the decision to get one, take the dog as well as your kids to pick one out. They each have a personality.
2006-11-17 14:10:26 · answer #2 · answered by Fuzzy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well not really. they are not mean if treated right and my two don't smell they can be litter boxed trained i could go on but here are some sites that can get in more details ferret.org; essentialferretguide.com; ferretcentral.org and marshallpet.com just to name a few oh and try to get the kids involved my 3 yr old just loves to help his mommy with the ferrets. i would watch the dog though
2006-11-15 17:35:51 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope. Ferreta can get along with many animals, even dogs, but the dog you have has hunting instincts against small animals. Also, ferrets are almost like children, they require ALOT of care, so it may not be best for your kids, unless they are really responsible. They are loving pets though, I miss mine very much.
2006-11-15 13:44:41 · answer #4 · answered by Mystyria xMYQx 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ferrets are very inquisitive, mischievous and get into everything. I wouldn't let the dog near them. They are hard to maintain and they don't live very long, about 6 years.
2006-11-15 11:03:15 · answer #5 · answered by greylady 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ferrets are crafty escape artists, love to chew on anything and everything and I think they have an awful odor about them. Try sticking your nose in the ferret cage at a pet store. If you can live with that, then go for it! Good luck!
2006-11-15 11:01:37 · answer #6 · answered by AzOasis8 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you do decide to get one, search out a local rescue group. There always tons of ferrets out there who's owners have lost interest and give them up.
2006-11-15 11:34:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For ye information ferrets always sleep, yes, sleeeep all the day and would remain awake for several hours per day only. I think things that ye gonna worry is would your dog injure the lil ferrets, foods [nah easy~] and ferrets' dropping
2006-11-15 11:01:59 · answer #8 · answered by Bradley 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Ferrets STINK. Even afted they have been de-scented they have a strong musky stench. If you're ok with that, then get the ferret. I would keep the weasel away from the dog.
2006-11-15 11:00:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I'm not sure if a ferret would be a great pet for young children, they can be pretty vicious.
2006-11-15 11:00:29 · answer #10 · answered by Chewie 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋