Reproduction Domestic ferrets are polygamous and may breed from late winter into early fall, but females usually have only one litter per year. Gestation is 42 days and litter size averages 6-9 young. Behavior Domestic ferrets are very social animals and enjoy playing with people, other ferrets, and other pets, such as cats and dogs. They will share space with other ferrets and are juvenile in behavior. When frustrated or angry, they produce a hissing sound, like a cat, and they make squealing and whimpering vocalizations when wrestling.
Domestic ferrets enjoy stealing and hiding objects, such as boots, socks, organizers, and keys.
They have particular hiding places that they like and consider safe, and they will stash their booty there habitually. Their brain functions like that of a squirrel when it comes to recollection of their hiding spots. They are very clever and curious and quickly figure out mazes and other obstacles. Ferrets move in a prancing fashion when running. Habitat Domestic ferrets have become completely dependent on man and would only survive on their own for a couple of days.