working ferrets

WORKING FERRETS!

The Welfare rehomes a considerable number of ferrets each year to working ferreters. We believe that most ferrets enjoy working but it is important to ensure their welfare both in the field and at home.

We would like more information from those of you who really know and future newsletters may have a focus on working ferreters and their ferrets. We are sure you know the answers to some of the questions we are frequently asked!

Just tell us about your experiences of keeping working ferrets in the form below. We may not use all of it and it may be edited -but it will definitely be useful. Please feel free to tell us as much as you can about your ferrets. WE REALLY WANT TO KNOW!

Name:
Email Address:
How many working ferrets do you own?
How many jills and how many hobs?
Are your hobs intact, castrated or vasectomised?
Are your jills spayed? If some or all are not spayed how do you bring them out of season?
How many of your ferrets have been adopted from a Welfare centre?
Do you have a preference for colour ie albino, poley etc? If so which?
Do your ferrets all live together or are they split into groups?
Do you consider your ferrets as pets as well as working animals. Details would be welcomed as to how they might fulfil a dual role.
Are you aware of the dangers of bedding ferrets on hay, straw or paper?
Are you aware that ferrets can contract distemper from foxes as well as dogs and other sources? Would you consider vaccinating against distemper?
Are your ferrets microchipped? If not would you consider having them microchipped if the cost were reasonable?
Please describe an interesting or amusing incident concerning your working ferret
What are your three top tips for the welfare of your working ferret in the field?

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