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What can be used for ferret bedding?
Wood shavings are not a safe choice because they contain essential oils that vaporize and are harmful to ferrets’ lungs. Therefore, newspaper, recycled paper, corn cob, or wood pellet bedding are the best options for ferret litter boxes.
Can you use shredded paper for ferret bedding?
Unlike other nonsustainable bedding options such as wood chips and clay (see References 1), shredded newsprint is dust-free (ensuring better air quality for furry family members), eco-friendly (since it can be recycled multiple times) and readily available, especially when you make it yourself.
Do ferrets need bedding?
As a responsible pet owner, you need to choose the right bedding for your ferret. Not all pocket pets are the same — and caring for them as if they are can lead to death. Take bedding: While many pocket pets require shavings or other loose substrate, ferrets do not. In fact, shavings can be problematic.
Should you cover a ferret’s cage?
Your ferret’s cage should be large enough for one or multiple ferrets, should have several levels, and enough room for toys, food and a toileting area. You may also like to provide your ferret with a cage cover that will help her to sleep.
What should I put in the bottom of my ferrets cage?
In lining your pet ferret’s cage, opt for a smooth and even fabric. Carpet that can be washed is just one such option. Other appropriate lining choices include blankets, sheets, cloths and towels. You can also use old clothing items that you don’t wear anymore, whether sweatpants or sweatshirts.
Can my ferrets sleep with me?
There isn’t a right answer to this question because it depends on the owner. You can let your ferret sleep with you on the bed. It is extremely adorable to snuggle your little fuzzy the entire night, but I wouldn’t recommend that. I am a little paranoid I will hurt my ferrets when I roll in the bed and squeeze them.
Do ferrets drink out of bowls?
Most ferret owners just attach water bottles to the cage and put a water dish under the bottle in case it begins to drip and does not cause a mess. There have been studies that show that ferrets actually prefer to drink out of bowls instead of water bottles.
Should I cover my ferret cage at night?
Due to that, it is best to keep your ferrets in the dark, especially during nighttime. They don’t need lights during the night. It is always a good thing to give your ferret an option to sleep in the hammock in the dark, or even better, make a cover for the cage when you want to put your ferret in the dark.
Can I put a blanket over my ferrets cage?
A dark, enclosed sleep area is critical. They will sleep in an old T-shirt, towel, blanket, cloth bag or a commercial product like a ferret hammock or a ferret tent. Ferrets like to back into a corner to eliminate, so the litter box should be in a corner in the cage and have reasonably high walls.