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Check out the Drs. Foster and Smith 25th Anniversary Sale - Our Biggest Sale Ever!
Save big on all sorts of ferret supplies now at Drs. Foster and Smith during our 25th Anniversary Sale. From cages to treats to high quality ferret foods, enjoy low prices on all your favorite ferret products.
Drs. Foster and Smith The Ferret Store™ Superior Choice Original Ferret Diet - 20% off
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Drs. Foster and Smith Faithful Friends TV show to air on Animal Planet!
A fun, family-friendly variety show, Faithful Friends contains celebrity interviews, questions from everyday pet parents, an Ask the Vet segment, and an Itty Bitty Buddy feature that focuses on smaller household pets. The lively 30 minute program will premiere on Animal Planet at 9:00 am on April 13 and will continue for 13 weeks. For more information, including segment topics, visit Drs. Foster and Smith.
summer is here!
Now that summer is near and hurricane season is upon some of us, it's time to start thinking about summer safety for our ferrets. Safety should always be a priority both in and outside your home.
In Your Home
To keep your ferrets safe at home, make sure the temperature of your home does not get above 75°. Ferrets do best at temperatures between 65° and 68° F. Temperatures above 80° F are dangerous and temperatures above 90° F can be fatal.
Summer is also a time that many of us open our windows. If your ferrets play in a room with open windows, make sure that they are out of your ferrets' reach. A determined ferret could easily claw through a screen and escape. It's best to open windows from the top if possible.
Outside Your Home
This time of year also presents lots of opportunities for fun outings. While these outings are enriching, safety should always be your number one priority. Read Outdoor Hazards for Ferrets for some helpful information about taking your ferrets with you!
For Further Information
For more information about ferret summer safety issues, check out the following informative articles:
An Evacuation Kit for Your Ferret
Disaster Preparedness for your Ferret
Heatstroke (Hyperthermia): Treatment & Prevention
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Are you a ferret owner looking for answers to ferret questions? Check out our Ferret FAQ! It covers all sorts of subjects including food choice, toys, bathing, litter training, vaccinations, how to find a qualified ferret veterinarian, bite training and more!
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Litter Train Your Free Roam FerretAllowing your ferret to have the run of your home doesn't mean you have to deal with accidents in every room. Free roam ferrets can be litter trained, and the methods are similar to those you would use for ferrets restricted to only one room. With a little patience and effort, you can train your free roam ferret to use designated toilet areas. ... Read MoreScruffing: Handling Your Ferret as Her Mother WouldScruffing can be a very effective disciplinary technique, but it also comes in handy in other situations. However, many ferret owners are unsure of how or when to scruff. Below we will discuss what it is, what it does, and when you should use it. ... Read MoreCommon Behavior Problems and Solutions for FerretsThere are a number of common ferret behavioral issues that you will probably run into as a ferret owner. These issues can become exasperating, but with a few easy tips, you can successfully rid your ferret of these bad habits. ... Read MorePrednisone Uses & BenefitsPrednisone is one of the most frequently prescribed medicines for ferrets. It is a corticosteroid, and it has a variety of different uses in ferrets, including the treatment of a number of the most common ferret diseases. ... Read More |
