FAQ

Cumbria Ferret Rescue

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Ferrets smell awful don’t they? - Only if they are not spayed/castrated, once this is done then the odour becomes minimal unless they become frightened.
Don’t ferrets bite a lot? - Well, all animals can bite if frightened or defending themselves. However happy, socialised and well handled ferrets rarely bite and then it is usually only a gentle nip. Between themselves ferrets do play very rough, grabbing each other by the scruff of the neck and wrestling, but you can easily train your ferret to understand that human skin is thinner and more delicate than ferret skin! Ask us for advice if you need help.
How long do ferrets live? - The average lifespan in the UK is 8-12 years, it is much lower in the USA (about 6-8 years) where ferrets are the third most popular pet.
What do ferrets eat? - The staple diet should nowadays be “kibble” which is a bit like cat biscuits but specially formulated for the ferrets requirements of high protein & fat. We recommend you supplement this with raw chicken wings which help with tartar build up on the teeth. Please do not feed your ferret bread & milk as they are lactose intolerant & will result in runny poo’s and a shorter live span as they will not have the nutrients they need for a healthy life.