Ferrets – Caring for newborn ferrets

Although new baby ferrets are very sweet and cute, there are many things you need to start taking on in order to train these adorable pets. New baby ferrets that are old enough to be brought home should be litter box trained to avoid those ‘middle of the road’ accidents and teach them not to bite or bite fingers. If you’re considering getting a new baby ferret, it’s imperative to understand a little about ferrets and whether one will be the right pet for you.

New facts about baby ferrets

Ferret experts say that within eight to 10 weeks, new baby ferrets will have developed their full personalities, so if your baby ferret is sweet and cuddly, chances are it always will be. Similarly, if the ferret has a lot of energy at this age, it will probably always be that way, except perhaps it is emphasized more because as they grow, personalities also grow.

As you ponder and examine new baby ferrets and which one is best for you, there are a few things to recognize and look for before deciding on a specific ferret. The first thing to keep in mind is that ferrets live an average of ten years, so you want to make sure you can adjust to that length of time. It’s a sad fact today that just like baby kittens growing up, new baby ferrets can often be irresistible, yet animal shelters are being overrun by ferrets whose owners no longer love them. If it’s an option for you in your area, try finding a shelter in your area and adopt a ferret that, while not a new baby ferret, is in desperate need of a home and is often already house trained.

With that option removed and you’re still looking for a new baby ferret to join your family at home, it’s best to spend some time with the new baby ferrets to see which one best fits your personality and into your home. Like all people, ferrets have their own personalities and can vary dramatically from ferret to ferret, so take a little time and hold each new baby ferret to get a real sense of personality.

It’s also imperative to really examine the eyes of newborn ferrets to make sure they don’t feel sick, and in general, if the eyes are clean, it’s a pretty good indication that the ferret is in good health. A nice, healthy coat, as well as nice, strong teeth and whiskers are other indicators of the health of ferrets in general, as well as new baby ferrets.