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genesispenguin
Jul 15, 2008
THANK YOU Anonymous! I think it is ABSOLUTELY INSANE to give a ferret to a child as a gift. I would even go as far as saying not to give one to anyone if they have not experienced having a ferret as a pet or at least read up really well on ferrets. Ferrets are different from cats and dogs, and their energy levels are multiplied x10. it just shocks me how many people buy animals for the "Cute factor" and not take into consideration the time and finances it takes to take care of them. -
Aug 08, 2006
There is too much involved and too much to consider to surprise someone with the responsibility of a living animal, especially a child. And especially if the parents don't agree or haven't been involved in the decision. This is one of the reasons why we have overpopulated animal shelters. Don't give live animals as gifts. Stuffed animals work much better, and were meant to serve the purpose.
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Aug 08, 2006
There is too much involved and too much to consider to surprise someone with the responsibility of a living animal, especially a child. And especially if the parents don't agree or haven't been involved in the decision. This is one of the reasons why we have overpopulated animal shelters. Don't give live animals as gifts. Stuffed animals work much better, and were meant to serve the purpose.
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Nov 22, 2005
I have a ferret, who I love dearly. Before considering giving one as a gift, make sure the receiver has done their homework and really wants a one. They require more attention (love & play) than most other pets. They can also have high vet bills.
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Nov 22, 2005
Because having a ferret will seriously change your life - make sure that you or whoever cares for it is fun, kind, responsible and has a bad sense of smell.
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Nov 22, 2005
Never use clumping or clay cat litter for ferrets. The healthiest (and most cost effective) litter is wood stove pellets. Recycled newspaper pellets also work well. Both provide great odor control, too!
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Nov 22, 2005
Ferrets are obligate carnivores, which means they must eat foods that are high in meat protein, not vegetable protein. Look for a food with 34-38% protein and 19-22% fat. The first three ingredients should be meat products and no corn (very unhealthy!).
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Nov 22, 2005
Please do NOT give a ferret as a gift. The idea of giving a gift certificate for one is a great idea. When you give the certificate, give a good book on ferret care as well like Mary Shefferman's "The Ferret: an owners guide to a happy healthy pet"
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Nov 22, 2005
I have a ferret, who I love dearly. Before considering giving one as a gift, make sure the receiver has done their homework and really wants a one. They require more attention (love & play) than most other pets. They can also have high vet bills.
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Nov 22, 2005
Ferrets are obligate carnivores, which means they must eat foods that are high in meat protein, not vegetable protein. Look for a food with 34-38% protein and 19-22% fat. The first three ingredients should be meat products and no corn (very unhealthy!).
