Ferrets kept outdoors in garden pen? - Page 2

sandyb · #11 (**permalink**) 02-12-2011, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by DKDREAM

I am assuming the OP works ferrets as they like pest control many working men get kits to bring on.

I dont at the moment, but wouldn't rule it out. I do however have an abundance of fresh wild rabbit meat and pigeons, hence a large amount of their dietry needs would be met.

sandyb · #12 (**permalink**) 02-12-2011, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Tapir

Me and DK always disagree on this!!!

Personally I'd reccomend getting adults from a ferret rescue. These are usually nip trained (so you don't have to teach them not to bite) plus you are giving a ferret a home when they need one! They will also be neutured, probably vaccinated and my even already be microchipped. I have 4, they are all rescue adults and I have a fab bond with all of them. The rescue will be able to give you advice and help match you to the perfect first time ferrets. Whereabouts are you?
Again, personal preferance though, as DK finds kits easier that adults.

I live in the North of Peterborough.

My wife's uncle live's in Apethorpe, as you say I may well take a trip to a rescue and if were to take the little one I could see how she gets on, but ultimately they'll be for me.

I quite fancy the idea of kits as it has been said, the bond will be greater, I dont mind a bit of nipping, the wife will find them adorable too

But I can see me handling them for a while before passing to my daughter / wife.

I've spent a lot of time looking at the hutch / keep and am undecided on what I'm going to make

DKDREAM · #13 (**permalink**) 02-12-2011, 05:00 PM

How many ferrets do you plan on keeping together? do you not have any friends you go hunting with that keep ferrets?

sandyb · #14 (**permalink**) 03-12-2011, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by DKDREAM

How many ferrets do you plan on keeping together? do you not have any friends you go hunting with that keep ferrets?

Only looking at two, a Jill and hob (vasectomised) I must remember the name for them. I've ordered my ferrets for dummies book, so will be familiar with the terms soon.

Unfortunately I shoot alone most times, I do have a friend who comes occasionally but he doesn't have ferrets either. A couple of guys I sell my rabbits onto do a lot of ferreting and I'm seeing then tomorrow. So will have a good chat with them.

Thanks all for the advice so far, keep it coming.

DKDREAM · #15 (**permalink**) 03-12-2011, 05:48 PM

I know people who work ferrets alot sware by using 2 jills as both can work together down sets, Hobs are mostly used in winter as they are stronger. The plus side of the jills is they can get through nets without disturbing them. Maybe worth your while asking them if they plan on breeding, then you know you will get kits from working parents.

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