If your pet won’t have at least 4 hours per day to explore outside of the cage, consider picking a larger cage.
For example, if you plan to have 2 ferrets, get a cage that’s at least 42 inches (110 cm) wide, 30 inches (76 cm) long, and 30 inches (76 cm) tall.
For 2 or more ferrets, plan to have at least 4 levels for them to sleep, eat, and play on.
If you’re afraid your ferret might escape, you can wrap chicken wire around the outside of the cage.
If your ferret manages to get past the latches, try adding extra locks to the doors. Some people use binder clips or clamps to hold the doors in place to prevent tampering.
If you’re having trouble finding pieces of carpeting, you may be able to get samples from a carpeting store. Normally, these are the perfect size for covering the bottom of the cage.
Most pet stores and online retailers carry special food bowls for ferrets that have a combination of locks on them. Additionally, these bowls are normally quite heavy to prevent ferrets from pushing them around.
Avoid using scented or dusty litters since that can cause respiratory problems for your ferret. Don’t use clumping litter since it could block the ferret’s gut if it’s eaten. Remember to clean the litter box daily to ensure that your pet is happy and to prevent smells.
You can also find hammocks and special ferret bolster beds online, which some ferrets really enjoy. However, all ferrets are different, and some animals won’t use these items. Try switching up the options in the cage to see what your pet likes.
You can normally find a variety of ferret and small animal toys at the pet store. Be sure to inspect the toy closely to make sure there aren’t any parts that could fall off or could easily be chewed off.
