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Ailigh Vanderbush

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I am a certified pet behaviorist and own a consultation business. I can answer questions about all aspects of ferret care, especially behavior problems. I am not a vet, but can direct you to exotic vets if needed. Feel free to check out my web site www.animalia.us

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2012-02-06 Baby ferret aggression:

It really depends on his age.  If he is pretty young, then it certainly could be teething that is causing the issue.  It is also likely that he is just a young ferret and like any young animal, they explore

2012-02-05 Hand feeding:

It is possible that he prefers the new food and/or style of eating.  Slowly reduce the baby food added into the mix.  Then slowly add less water.  Now you are hand feeding a dry-ish kibble.  At this point

2012-01-19 Ferrets:

You can tell if a male has been neutered since he will not have testicles, but you won't be able to see if a female has been spayed.  It does depend on where you live as any ferret purchased in the US

2012-01-13 Ferret:

As long as you are prepared for the additional work and expenses of adding another ferret then I think it is a great idea.  Adding another ferret shouldn't change your ferrets behavior too much although

2012-01-07 New Ferret Friend for my Ferret:

It sounds like they are getting along just fine.  It can be hard for us to watch and listen to ferret interact like that, but it is common and pretty safe.  I would really keep them together as keeping

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