Surfaces should be clear of breakables, as ferrets will find a way to climb onto most furniture. Ferrets instinctually seek out corners to urinate and defecate, so they are litter box trainable. Their little boxes should be cleaned daily. Ferrets also need their claws trimmed every few weeks. Failure to do this can be a danger to your ferret, as longer claws can get caught in carpeting or bedding and cause injury when the ferret tries to break free.
Ferrets naturally have a musky odor.
Periodic bathing is necessary. Veterinarians who are able to care for ferrets are more difficult to find than those who see dogs and cats. Before purchasing a ferret, you should locate a veterinarian who has worked with ferrets. Your ferret will require annual visits to the vet. As ferrets age, they are prone to many health conditions, some of which require costly medication or surgery.