First thing, make sure you don't bathe your ferret too much. Their bodies will produce extra oils which will make them smell very bad.
When you run the bath make sure the water isn't too hot or cold. Nice and warm is good. Make sure the water isn't deep. They should be able to touch the bottom and shouldn't be swimming. Also let the get used to the water but slowly putting them in the bath. Let them soak in the water for a little then apply shampoo and make sure it's for ferrets(baby shampoo wforks too).
Make a good lather all over their back, legs, tail, belly, and neck. Don't wash their face with shampoo. When rinsing slowly put them under water. Make sure all the shampoo is rinsed out. Also make sure you don't dunk their heads underwater.
Take a towel and dry all the dripping water so they are damp. Then you can place the towel in the bath to they can towel dry themselves (trust me they can!). After I like to spray them with deodorizer and give them a treat. The treats I give them are N-Bone Ferret Chew Sticks, Ferret Tone, and Ferret Lax.
You only should bathe your ferret once a month TOPS.
Saturday, December 15, 2012
When Cleaning Your Ferret's Cage
Cleaning a ferrets cage can be a little bit tricky, so here are some tips on how to do it.
First you will want to make sure all you ferrets are out of the cage so they don't interfere with the cleaning. Now what you will need is: A plastic bag, rag or paper towel, pooper scooper, whatever you use for litter (DO NOT USE CLAY CAT LITTER)and a cleaner. Make sure to use 100% all natural cleaner or vinegar and water. First, change the bedding(that includes hammocks, sleeping sacks, etc.) and wipe down the cage.
Now for the litter boxes, scoop all the poo out of the litter box. It's ok to leave some of the used litter in there as long as you took out all the poo. Place the poo in the plastic bag. Put a good amount of fresh litter in there. Make sure then you wipe down the sides of the litter box.
When you get to the food and water, wash the bowl and water bottle. Then fill the bowl with fresh food and fresh purified water. Also make sure after you put clean toys and sleepers in. After I'm done i like to spray the cage with deodorizer.
For 1 ferret you should clean the cage every other day (or everyday if you want). But every day you need to change the litter box and food. If you have 2 or more ferrets do this everyday for sure.
First you will want to make sure all you ferrets are out of the cage so they don't interfere with the cleaning. Now what you will need is: A plastic bag, rag or paper towel, pooper scooper, whatever you use for litter (DO NOT USE CLAY CAT LITTER)and a cleaner. Make sure to use 100% all natural cleaner or vinegar and water. First, change the bedding(that includes hammocks, sleeping sacks, etc.) and wipe down the cage.
Now for the litter boxes, scoop all the poo out of the litter box. It's ok to leave some of the used litter in there as long as you took out all the poo. Place the poo in the plastic bag. Put a good amount of fresh litter in there. Make sure then you wipe down the sides of the litter box.
When you get to the food and water, wash the bowl and water bottle. Then fill the bowl with fresh food and fresh purified water. Also make sure after you put clean toys and sleepers in. After I'm done i like to spray the cage with deodorizer.
For 1 ferret you should clean the cage every other day (or everyday if you want). But every day you need to change the litter box and food. If you have 2 or more ferrets do this everyday for sure.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Ferret Supplies
- Cage
You must have a large enough cage depending on how many ferrets you have. At least 2 levels for a ferret, is highly recommended. Make sure if you have wired floors you line it with fabric because it hurts their feet. - Food
Make sure your ferret food is high in protein, high in fat, low in carbohydrates, and low in fiber. You can also feed them high protein kitten chow. - Crock lock on bowl and water bottle.
- Litter and litter pan.
You can also use shredded paper or newspaper. Just make sure you don't use kitty litter because it will go up in there nose because they will want to dig in it. - Toys
Cat toys will work to. Ferrets love to play with anything, but that doesn't mean they should play with just anything. - Organic All Purpose Cleaner
You can also mix vinegar and water together in a spray bottles. You don't want your ferrets getting sick. - Harness and Lead
Taking your ferrets for a walk is great for their daily exersize/play. - Ear Cleaner and Cotton Swabs
- Ferret Pet Carrier
- Ferret First Aid Kit
Just in case your ferret cuts her/himself. - Hammocks or Sleep Sacks
Ferrets love to snuggle up and take a nap in something warm. - Pooper Scooper
You certainly need something to scoop the ferrets poos, and not your bare hands. - Vet
Make sure you have a close by vet because ferrets need yearly check ups. - Hairball Remedy or Coat supplement
They make a good reward and and it's good for the fuzzies too. - Nail Trimmer
Just a clip on the tip will make a good fit - Ferret Shampoo
You can use baby shampoo or a kitten shampoo. - Ferret Health Records
This is for your vet, so make sure you include: the food you feed your ferret, any changes in your ferret's behavior.
Hope this helped please comment and tell me if you would like to add anything
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