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Learn how to care for a pet ferret through eHow’s expert series of pet How Tos. With tips on toys to make your ferret’s cage a stimulating environment, to advice for ferret-proofing your home, eHow can help you make sure your pet doesn’t get bored, destructive or lost. Discover practical information on what to feed and how to bathe your ferret, along with how to teach your furry friend to use a litter box.

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How to have your own pet

By jillrayearth

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Planning on buying, or better yet, adopting a pet? Well, here are just some few common things to remember before you can finally call yourself a pet owner... more »

How to Make a Ferret Let Go!

By ferretlady

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Sometimes ferrets get ahold of something they really shouldn't have. It often seems that the more dangerous that thing is, the harder they clamp their teeth on it and won't let go. Here's a trick that I happened upon with a really stubborn fellow ... more »

How to Trim a Ferret's Toenails

By ferretlady

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Pet ferrets need to have their toenails trimmed at least every two weeks as part of a normal grooming regimen. This simple method allows a single adult to clip their wiggly pet's toenails with no mistakes or fuss... more »

How to Clean a Hamster Cage

By eHow Pets Editor

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Hamsters make great pets for children and adults. Cleaning your hamster's cage is essential to raising a healthy critter, and it isn't as complicated as you think. Just follow these few simple steps... more »

How to Deal with an Animal Bite: Advice from an Animal Control Officer

By acopro13

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A little girl once told me that when an animal bites that it's just a "kiss with teeth". Though a lovely and charming way of looking at the naughty side of animal behavior a bite is really a serious incident. Below are the steps to take ... more »

How to Hire a Pet Sitter

By Valerie Brooks

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If you’re tired of asking your neighbor to take care of your cat while you’re away or the thought of putting your dog in a kennel makes you cringe, hiring a pet sitter might be your best option. The business of pet sitting is flourishing and ... more »

How to Make an Adjustable Ferret Collar

By ferretlady

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I’m a strong advocate of pet ferrets wearing collars as much as possible; it helps to remedy the perception that domestic ferrets are “wild animals”, and can provide essential contact information in the event that a cherished pet is lost. But ... more »

How to Make Your Ferret Smell Better

By ferretlady

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There is a common misperception that pet ferrets smell worse than cats or dogs, but with these simple tricks you can keep your ferret and his home smelling pleasant- without frequent bathing!.. more »

How to Remove Household Hazards from Your Pets

By Felicity

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There are various things in our homes that are dangerous to our pets and yet we often don't even give them a thought. It is important to either remove or deal with these potential risks before anything happens to your beloved pets. And taking ... more »

How to Select a Pet

By Cougar1002

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Pets are wonderful companions and can add a lot of fun experiences into the lives of you and your family. In selecting a pet that is right for you, there are a few things you need to keep in mind that I'm going to share in this article... more »

How to Buy Your Pet The Best And Safest Food

By MIHealthCoach

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With the recent scare of contaminated dog food leading to hundreds of dead pets, many people are concerned about the quality of their pet food. Mike Adams from Natural News and Dr. Lisa Newman came up with these guidelines to detemine whether or ... more »

How to Catch a Rogue Iguana

By Beren deMotier

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When iguanas get grumpy, get loose, go rogue and go looking for trouble and vegetation, it’s not pretty. The common green iguana grows up to six feet, moves like a crocodile on land, has a whip-like tail, a nasty bite and razor sharp toenails ... more »

How to Clip Ferret Nails

By eHow Pets Editor

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Ferrets use their nails for walking and climbing, as well as for traction. The nails aren't retractable, so keeping them trimmed is a grooming necessity... more »

How to Help Pets Cope With Loud Noises

By eHow Pets Editor

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Fear of loud noises is a common behavioral disorder in pets; the incidence varies within breeds and among individuals, and can be mild (trembling) or extreme (panic attacks, destructive behavior, running away) - which can result in injury or death... more »

How to House a Ferret

By eHow Pets Editor

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Ferrets are intelligent creatures and can become bored easily. To keep your ferret's cage a stimulating environment, make sure it has plenty of space and plenty of toys. Proper bedding, the litter box and the type of litter you use are also ... more »

How to Keep a Pet Ferret

By eHow Pets Editor

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A ferret is a fun pet for many people. These gentle creatures are extremely intelligent and playful pets that are great for older children. But if you want to keep a pet ferret, there are some things you have to keep in mind so that your ferret ... more »

How to Pick a Ferret Cage

By eHow Pets Editor

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Ferrets are domesticated animals and enjoy running around houses much like dogs or cats. Their mannerisms sometimes make them seem as though you can allow them to run around in your home, but they need to be contained when they're alone or having ... more »

How to select the right pet for you and your family

By LSpradlin

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So, you want the companionship that owning a pet can provide. The decision of which kind of pet to get should be well thought out. If you really think it through objectively, you and your new pet should have a long healthy relationship... more »

How to Start Positive Reinforcement Training with Your Pet

By IWant2Help

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Creating a communication system with your pet can be lifelong tool. If you learn a few concepts you can create an understanding between you and your pet. This way you can ask for reasonable behavior from your pet and your pet can figure out ... more »

How to Wean Baby Ferrets

By eHow Pets Editor

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Do you have baby ferrets that need to be weened? Are you unsure what steps are involved and what type of food they should eat while making the transition to adult food? Weaning baby ferrets is not difficult, but there are a few things a ferret ... more »

How to Bring a Pet to Britain

By Amy Stone, eHow UK

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It used to be that bringing a pet into, or back into, the UK would involve a lengthy stay in quarantine for our furry friends in order to keep the country free from rabies and other animal borne diseases. Now, thanks to a new system called the ... more »

How to Buy a Ferret

By eHow Pets Editor

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Contrary to common misconception, ferrets are not rodents. They're more like a cross between a cat and a dog, and they're extremely friendly and playful. Ferrets are quite active and require a lot of initial training and care; be prepared for ... more »

How to Buy a Ferret as a Gift

By eHow Pets Editor

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Ferrets are very social animals that love interacting with humans. They can make wonderful gifts, but only if the owner has both the right temperament and enough time to devote to her new pet... more »

How to Choose your Next Pet

By Hillary Marshall

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Committing to caring for an animal is a huge decision. There are many things a person needs to consider before welcoming a pet in to their heart and home. Going over your options and being fully aware of your impending responsibilities is an ... more »

How to Control Your Ferret's Odor

By CatToy86

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It's not difficult to keep your ferret and his cage from having an offensive odor. Getting into the habit of routine ferret care with the right products should help to solve your problem... more »