Ferrets H ere is a quick summary of ferrets, what they are about and what they need. If you would like more detailed information on general ferret care, I suggest a subscription to Modern Ferret Magazine or Ferrets Magazine , which are good resources for answering questions on housebreaking, socialization, and many other aspects of ferret ownership. If you need help on a specific problem, go to the Ferret Consult link at the bottom of this page.
Ferrets are inquisitive, busy and adaptable.
They were originally domesticated several thousand years ago to hunt rodents and perform vermin control around the house. Ferrets are NOT wild animals and cannot survive well in the wild. They are related to their wild cousin, the Black-Footed Ferret in the same way a domestic dog is related to a wolf. They will use a litter box, but using corners of the room is a common problem. They like to dig and can dig holes in carpets and sofas.