The longer a ferret is established in your home, the more territorial he is to new ferrets. If possible, introduce new ferrets at a place other than your home. Young children should always be supervised when around ferrets. Ferret are not malicious, but they will defend themselves when hurt. You should never leave a young child around a ferret unsupervised.
Ferrets are very intelligent, very playful, very sociable animals.
When treated right, they an be extremely loyal and affectionate. Ferrets will constantly amuse you by their antics and curiosity. They are like a permanent kitten in playfulness, and a two yr old child in messes. When they look up at you with their big eyes, it is almost impossible to be mad at them. They do take a lot of work, but they are more than worth it.