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  • Опубликовано: 9 июн 2024
  • What is a ferret? Do you want to learn more about ferrets? Watch this video!
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    Have you ever wondered what a ferret is? Is a ferret a rodent? Do ferrets bite? Do ferrets smell bad? Do ferrets stink? How much to buy a ferret? Should I get a ferret? Today I go over all your most frequently asked questions about ferrets from beginners.
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    🎬 SKIP AHEAD
    0:00 - Introduction
    0:27 - What is a ferret?
    1:10 - Are ferrets rodents?
    2:45 - What do ferrets eat?
    4:14 - How big do ferrets get?
    5:14 - What is my ferrets gender?
    6:08 - How long do ferrets live?
    6:56 - How many ferrets does The Modern Ferret have?
    7:28 - Are ferrets intelligent?
    9:18 - Are ferrets trainable?
    11:17 - Do ferrets stink?
    13:17 - How much does a ferret cost?
    13:53 - What do I need to buy for a ferret?
    14:22 - What are the health vet needs of a ferret?
    14:42 - Am I ready for a ferret??
    15:54 - Let's Recap!
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  • @TheModernFerret
    @TheModernFerret  Год назад +16

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    • @FHBStudio
      @FHBStudio Год назад

      Hi, could you cover the continued expenses that come with ferrets? Like, what do they cost per month in food/vet/toys etc? Rough estimates etc.

    • @fddd499
      @fddd499 Год назад

      Ur food you told me to get that cat food didn’t even help my ferret grow I was wondering why she wasn’t growing you said it’s great for them to eat and have but she never grew I bought her ferret food and she’s big thanks for the bad info I was a new ferret owner last two years and she never grew I thought it’s because she’s a girl until I ran out of that food and gave her other stuff and she grew so much in a couple of months 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @fddd499
      @fddd499 Год назад

      @@FHBStudio don’t trust her stuff look at my comment

    • @cadejust6777
      @cadejust6777 11 месяцев назад

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    • @Girl_From_Texas897
      @Girl_From_Texas897 10 месяцев назад

      Do you know anyone that would want to buy I ferret I don’t have the time to take care of her and let her play with the right amount of time.

  • @cmdrkatlangley
    @cmdrkatlangley 2 года назад +226

    Got 4 ferrets 10 years ago. Over the last year and a half they've passed away one by one. We're down to our last and giving him lots of love all the time. All lived to be at least 10. Our last, name is Garchomp, is almost 11 and we've loved every second of it. It's like having kittens in the house all the time.
    For new Ferret Owners, I recommend Mazuri Ferret food. We fed that to our ferrets for the entirety of their lives and have had no medical issues.

    • @redreaction4735
      @redreaction4735 Год назад +2

      how's Garchomp? hope they're doing okay, wherever they may be.

    • @cmdrkatlangley
      @cmdrkatlangley Год назад +32

      @@redreaction4735 He passed away a couple of months ago in his sleep. Thank you for asking though. I'm sure he's romping around with his brothers and sister in heaven.

    • @redreaction4735
      @redreaction4735 Год назад +12

      @@cmdrkatlangley I’m sure that wherever he is, he’s looking at you with happy eyes. I’m sure you gave your ferret the best years of his life

    • @judyhano8277
      @judyhano8277 Год назад +6

      Oh my, you are so lucky to have them live that long! Most of mine were rescues and only lived 3 to 5 years.
      So much love in such a short time.

    • @Drowzzee
      @Drowzzee Год назад +3

      Always feed your ferret raw meat kibble is so unhealthy

  • @iamsquatty
    @iamsquatty 3 года назад +404

    Yeah when people ask me about ferrets, I always say they are like the best combo of a cat and a dog. They've kinda got traits of both in behavior, and they are super smart as well. Have fun to anyone thinking of getting a ferret. It truly is a life changing thing, in a good way 🤗

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  3 года назад +25

      Yes that's exactly what I say too!

    • @Cordyceps_Canine
      @Cordyceps_Canine 2 года назад +9

      I've said that before too. Ferret people are what happens when cats aren't your thing and dogs aren't quite it either.

    • @SuckItGryffindor
      @SuckItGryffindor 2 года назад +3

      I agree my ferret was life changing. Unfortunately he passed away at a couple of months cause the pet store we got him from took really bad care of him so he had three diseases. We couldn't help him and we did everything we could... (RIP Karlose❤️) (the we is for my mom, sister, dad and me) But we learned. And we will get another ferret but this time we will get them from someone who knows how to take care of ferrets! I am glad that we got Karlose tho cause we gave him a great last couple of months! Tysm if you read all of this have an amazing day and if you get a ferret get them from a professional and watch this channel they taught me alot about how to take care of a ferret!

    • @MonstehDinosawr
      @MonstehDinosawr Год назад +1

      Ferrets are foxes confirmed

    • @noah_thegamerkid6794
      @noah_thegamerkid6794 Год назад +1

      Me too I say that!

  • @ferox965
    @ferox965 3 года назад +147

    Canadian here. I got my first ferret in 1986. Our first few ferrets were completely unaltered and had to do this. Much later, Marshall came into the mix and all ferrets were altered. We never needed to descent our females-the males were a little harder to argue. One thing I mention is that vet bills are very expensive as ferrets are still considered exotic-ensure the vet works with ferrets. That aside-they can be the best little buddies ever. People need to understand how STRONGLY a ferret bonds with you. Also, elderly ferrets are a true joy-they've mellowed out by then and just want to hang out with you. All the cuddles you tried to get will pay off when they are elderly. Your vids are excellent. Cheers from Ottawa.

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  3 года назад +9

      Thank you - this is excellent additional information!

  • @GoldDragon101
    @GoldDragon101 3 года назад +100

    I had a ferret who figured out how to open doors. He managed to get outside in my neighbors back yard.

    • @kimberlainodriscoll4781
      @kimberlainodriscoll4781 3 года назад +18

      My Pooh Bear constructs towers out of various objects that he pushes together so he can climb over the room barriers. He once saw the cat run before jumping one. He tried it, and as a result the barrier had to be made taller. My roommate's ferret climbs atop her cat's back and rides her like a pony to get over barriers. They are brilliant.

    • @1xBossup
      @1xBossup 2 года назад

      No way 😭😭😭😂😂😂 I can’t wait to get my little fucker ❤️

  • @iamsquatty
    @iamsquatty 3 года назад +320

    Also, YES! DO A COLLAB WITH THE TRAINED FERRET! I loved Joey and I love Simon. That would be an amazing video.

  • @Robin-zj1xk
    @Robin-zj1xk 3 года назад +476

    I am actually thinking about getting ferrets at some point, this video is a godsend. Thanks so much!

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  3 года назад +44

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @stupidsylvester989
      @stupidsylvester989 3 года назад +10

      I reccomend watching pazuandfriends and friendly neighbourhood ferrets, they're channel's are good

    • @Alice-xb7pl
      @Alice-xb7pl 3 года назад +2

      Ok thanks

    • @shirleyharris8450
      @shirleyharris8450 3 года назад +10

      Just know that they WILLL poop on your floor. People say you can train them not to but it's their nature. I have had them 10 years. Just be ready to clean up. They can use a tray but then you must live with stinky poop and pee. THAR STINKS! I just clean up after them and watch for them to start sniffing around and put them in their cage to poop. I place paper towel in their cage where they poop so I can just pick up the paperwork to clean the cage fast! They have their hammocks and under them I place large, soft towels or soft throws that are large and thick because ferrets love to hide inside of them and sleep! 😇😇😇 PS: Ferrets are burrowers so I keep large ONE LEVEL CAGES so my little ones do not fall anymore from the top of the cage to the bottom when sleep!

    • @stupidsylvester989
      @stupidsylvester989 3 года назад

      @@shirleyharris8450 I reccomend 2 floor ferret nation ESPECIALLY if you have more than one ferret

  • @randomlegobuilds1174
    @randomlegobuilds1174 3 года назад +175

    This is so helpful for new ferret owners if I had seen this when I first got ferrets it would have helped me so much

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  3 года назад +11

      I love hearing that!

    • @aryastark575
      @aryastark575 2 года назад +1

      Check out the advice groups for ferrets on Facebook! They're really good, too!

  • @markorr7564
    @markorr7564 3 месяца назад +3

    This is an extremely well made video. I will say this about biting; we had 2 at the same time. One was the bitiest little thing you could imagine. The second never, ever bit anyone. Just like all other animals, each one is an individual and they all have their own personalities and habits.

  • @binki-boo1032
    @binki-boo1032 2 года назад +26

    I am a proud ferret dad of 5.. all are marshal ferrets.. my oldest is 11 years youngest is 10 months... I love that you explained that they need as much attention as a dog. In the last 3 weeks I have taken 2 rescues.. they are in their forever home now

  • @user-zl5ut6jm9d
    @user-zl5ut6jm9d 3 года назад +95

    My boyfriend just randomly brought one home about two weeks ago, at first I was afraid of her because the first night she was here she bit me! But now I am so in love with her and I want to know everything that I need to take care of her! Thank you💜 just found your channel and already love it 🙂

    • @desertweasel6965
      @desertweasel6965 2 года назад +20

      Thats how my mother was. She had never seen a ferret and i brought one home and she jumped on the couch screaming like it was a rat. She wanted it gone immediately. Then, I showed her how they play and bounce around. She slowly stepped off the couch and fast forward 1 year she had 6 of them.

    • @maliza1691
      @maliza1691 2 года назад +4

      @@desertweasel6965 💀 6 wow

    • @Meimoons
      @Meimoons 2 года назад +3

      @@desertweasel6965 dang, now that's development!

    • @carolflynn3887
      @carolflynn3887 2 года назад

      Make sure you read ingredients labels on dry kibble food. Ferrets can developed bladder stones from PEAS. almost all high grade cat foods contain PEAS as fillers. Food for ferrets is best. Higgins intune, Marshall, Wysong. I rescued 2 -10 month old ferrets, they weren't fed proper & abused-the woman brought them out to me SCRUFFRD by back of neck- said, CAREFUL they bite & the girls worst. They were visious, suffering from PTSD. It took over 1 month of serious training to gain their trust & bond so they wouldn't ATTACK! My ferrets have always FREE ROAMED the tiled living room area. I had to walk around with heavy rubber muck boots, then sneakers, then slippers, then socks, eventually could walk bare foot without them biting feet. Within 2 months they were very SWEET. I changed their names soon as I arrived home with them. Named them Snicker (the Jill) Doodle (the Hob) Doodle got Bladder stones blockage- brought him to specialist & due to cost of surgery 2,500.oo to 4,000.oo He was put to sleep while under antheshia 😭🙏🏼travel expense & specialist bill cost aprox $550. I brought him home & cremated him. My other female ferret Lola & Snicker grieved..his sister Snicker was frantic looking for him. I had to take them outside to distract their minds. Also allowed them to look in every room of house.. I'd explain Doodle was sick & went to God. Fairly soon Snicker understood. Lola caught on quick due to we had lost our other ferret Gweedo of 9 yrs to cancer aprox 8 months before. We had Gweedo since a baby,, bought him in Petsuper market in Tampa FL. Gweedo made it through surgery & coded in recovery. Doc said he couldn't wake out of anthesia 😭brought him home cremated him. Had 4 other ferrets since I was teenager (I'm 59 now) Ferrets are WONDERFUL little companions. Have yours play with toys/stuffed animals in place of hands. As they do PLAY NIP/BITE hard when they get excited. Shouldn't play with like many do dogs- the rough up, slappy stuff. That WILL make ferret aggressive. Enjoy your new little bundle of love❤ hope I helped u some. 💕💖🙏🏼

  • @megdun70229
    @megdun70229 3 года назад +38

    I've had so many pets through out my life so far and I do favor the ferret over everything I've had up to 13 ferrets at one time and most were rescues from homes that didn't know how to look after them they really are the amazing pet every

  • @emelyviera4146
    @emelyviera4146 2 года назад +48

    ahh! i’m getting my first ferret next thursday!! i’ve watched nearly all your vids and i’m feeling super excited and confident about this!! thank you

  • @ronstoner1823
    @ronstoner1823 2 года назад +35

    I've had 3 different ferrets since the 80s. I've had dogs (mid to large) since I was born. Ferrets were by far my favorite pets! I want another one...or six!

  • @smittenmitten4080
    @smittenmitten4080 2 года назад +11

    This is the video that made me fall in love with ferrets. I had no idea how adorable and special they are. Me and my partner aren't ready for ferrets yet, but this video really helped being more prepared for the day that we can, thank you!

  • @zaaz1471
    @zaaz1471 3 года назад +11

    Another thing to mention related to the "cost" of a ferret. *Finding* a good _exotic pet_ vet... not just any vet will work with ferrets. So while there may be a few vets in your area, maybe only 1 works with exotics.
    Otherwise, *nothing* tops the _benefit_ of what these little bundles of _pure joy_ bring to your life. You will love them with all of your heart. Go with a shelter ferret if you can.. some of the stories about how they were found... "released by MotP" (Members of the Public).. and they have at least, if not more-so, need to find a good and loving home.

    • @iamsquatty
      @iamsquatty 3 года назад +1

      Agreed about the vet. The vet I use is about a 35 to 45 minute drive one way, but they are very knowledgeable and I have used them ever since I got my first ferret over 10 years ago. I used to live right down the street from them, about a 5 minute drive, but ended up having to move. And I still won't use anyone but them. So yes, make sure to find a vet who is knowledgeable about ferrets not just one who thinks they can treat them in the same way they would a cat or dog.

  • @milo891
    @milo891 3 года назад +4

    This is my new favorite channel! Thank you for providing some much needed educational content about our little fuzzbutts. It helps not only new owners but even us more experienced folks too

  • @twopeasontheroad7039
    @twopeasontheroad7039 2 года назад +10

    I just got my ferret about a month ago. I didn’t realize that there was so much information that I didn’t know or didn’t have. I’m following your Amazon account now! You are teaching me so much. I want to be the best parent I can be and thank you so much for helping me do that. I’m super grateful for you! It’s a lot of information, a bit overwhelming, but I’ll get there. :)

  • @alexanderjohnson8800
    @alexanderjohnson8800 2 года назад +9

    I miss having ferrets. My both passed years ago due to old age. We had one for about a year and came across someone needing to rehome their albino ferret so we took it. They instantly bonded. Honestly one of the best pets I’ve ever had.

    • @stellasilverstone
      @stellasilverstone 2 года назад +1

      You were so blessed to have your sweet babies live to old age

    • @alexanderjohnson8800
      @alexanderjohnson8800 2 года назад

      @@stellasilverstone They can be very mischievous! I don’t know if it’s all ferrets but mine used to take things and store them in a dark place. For example one of our ferrets made a hole in the sheet under our mattress base/foundation and had hid a TON of things there like food, socks, toys, trash, and many other things. They can also smell which not everyone can deal with, but they can be good with other pets like dogs. My sister currently has 3 ferrets and a pit Bull that all get along with each other and even play with one another.

  • @paulschweinsberg8568
    @paulschweinsberg8568 Год назад

    One of your best videos I’ve watched. The amount of compassion you show was off the charts!

  • @roberthall61
    @roberthall61 3 года назад +6

    Great video! My ferret, Taz, showed up on the front porch of our office. I work in an historical cemetery, 170 acres. Somebody just dumped him .
    We have been together over 2 years now. My big hound dog and him are best bubs!!

  • @karlajames2702
    @karlajames2702 2 года назад +3

    MAKE MORE VIDEOS!! I have learned so much from your videos and was a huge encouragement for me to get two little angels of my own.

  • @violettbun
    @violettbun 2 года назад +9

    I have autism, and because of this all my life ive loved animals, i am better at communicating with them and theyre the best. Before ive had rats and it was amazing and honestly ive learned a lot from that, and during that small time that i had my babies my mental health got better. Im very much better mentally now and my father has promised me that i will get some new pet and soon we're gonna talk about ferrets, they've always been one of my favorites and i am excited, this video was very helpful since my family doesnt want rodent animals and they did not know some of this information

    • @skillfulsteak847
      @skillfulsteak847 2 месяца назад

      Yea Rodents have a bad stigma attached to them. But chinchillas are the best rodent out there. They're clean, they don't smell, they're super intelligent, playful, and are just so nice to touch with their amazing fur. If you want to convince anyone of anything, I'd get those. Though ferrets always had a soft spot in my heart.

  • @janetellis4259
    @janetellis4259 3 года назад +40

    You may want to also remind people to look up their state laws about owning Ferrets. Some do not allow them and some require permits.

    • @kimberlainodriscoll4781
      @kimberlainodriscoll4781 3 года назад +5

      ...and cities. For example: ferrets are legal to have in New York State, and are very popular here, but if you live in NYC, the authorities will confiscate and euthanize them.

    • @cathyjerome1662
      @cathyjerome1662 2 года назад

      @@kimberlainodriscoll4781 I moved to N.Y. out of Pittsburgh so I can have and KEEP my 5 Ferrets. I have hedgehogs5 and sugar gliders also

    • @kimberlainodriscoll4781
      @kimberlainodriscoll4781 2 года назад +1

      @@cathyjerome1662 So Pittsburg has the same rules as NYC as far as ferrets go?

    • @cathyjerome1662
      @cathyjerome1662 2 года назад +3

      @@kimberlainodriscoll4781 yes ! For ferrets and sugar gliders . I think hedgies too but not certain . I was given a citation (I lived in mckees rock in Pittsburgh ) to release my ferrets move or find homes . I did move. Permits were expensive and the rules to get permit were outrageous! I'm in mechanicville NY now
      On my own lil plot of land . ALL MY animals are with ME !

    • @nicoleamicone
      @nicoleamicone 20 дней назад

      @@cathyjerome1662that’s where I live,… McKees Rocks … sad to know they are illegal here

  • @Piratelife0341
    @Piratelife0341 2 года назад +1

    Your videos are the best!! we just adopted 3 ferrets and I’ve been using your videos to help teach my kids about them and how to take care of them, you’re the best

  • @3amhellbeast
    @3amhellbeast 3 года назад +67

    We really need more ferret enrichment toys... My two have already figured out every damn enrichment toy I've given them in just a few minutes and pick up every trick quickly (except for roll over. Idk why but they hate that one 😅). Their snuffle mat has just become another bed for them because they find all the food in it too quickly, I've gotten most of the pet puzzles on the market too and they figure them out too easily... They're just too smart 😂 I may have to look for some monkey level toys for them haha

    • @cmdrkatlangley
      @cmdrkatlangley 2 года назад +2

      Around Easter time every year (especially when they're on clearance after the holiday) we buy a bunch of the smaller plastic eggs and give them several with some treats hidden inside. They figure out how to open them and get the treat. We'll also use them to make a ball pit for them. Just get a laundry basket, pour in the eggs and put the ferrets in. we would also use then during bath time. Tons of fun for them and easy to clean up. We also gave them the plastic ball cat toys with the bells. They loved those too. We would just recycle them as they wear out.

    • @SuperMerchus
      @SuperMerchus Год назад

      They don’t need toys. They prefer to hide your wallet, keys, stubby cooler, beanies….. they get much more joy in stashing illegal items.

    • @JakeDaMistake
      @JakeDaMistake Год назад

      They don't rollover I presume because of their hunches

    • @3amhellbeast
      @3amhellbeast Год назад

      @@JakeDaMistake I mean this was a year ago and it turns out that they just needed a bit more time! It's now their favorite trick (so much so that they automatically start to try to roll over even if I want them to do a different trick 😅). A soft surface does help though!
      Now it's teaching them how to speedbump because they automatically want to roll over! I... probably should have taught them that one first 😅

  • @LordSaladBowl
    @LordSaladBowl 3 года назад +4

    I have 2 ferrets and I just want to thank you for these helpful videos. You helped me find a new cage for my ferrets

  • @bkm2797
    @bkm2797 2 года назад +1

    Never watched a pet ferret channel before. You my dear are an impressive speaker, you have a pleasant voice, and a natural flow that is appealing to listen to. Learned a good deal about ferrets today, so Thank you for the class, you're a natural.

  • @JIMBO8472
    @JIMBO8472 6 месяцев назад +7

    They really are a high energy and commitment pet. Not for the lazy pet owners

  • @avaferret9822
    @avaferret9822 3 года назад +24

    Thank you so much! I’m getting one in the next 1-2 months and I keep making sure my stuff is in order!😁😂

  • @divinelady8
    @divinelady8 3 года назад

    Always love and appreciate your videos! 💖

  • @joekagerer
    @joekagerer 3 года назад

    Bless You Haley! Happy Easter!

  • @caseyramseyer9874
    @caseyramseyer9874 3 года назад +25

    Could you make a video on the tubes behind you on the wall? I would love to make something like that for ours

    • @sushi5979
      @sushi5979 3 года назад +4

      Yes!!! I really want to see a video on that too. Great idea!

    • @cathyjerome1662
      @cathyjerome1662 2 года назад +2

      I have some on my wall not to her extent LOL but mine LOVE it

  • @mj1234321
    @mj1234321 Год назад +3

    Ferrets are highly intelligent no doubt! My brother had 6 of them, and a total of 5 simultaneously at one point, in a nice big multilevel ferret cage with hammocks, a shelter, and tubes to travel through. They would be let out under supervision, and were definitely mischievous but also sweet. I ended up taking care of them when he went overseas, and unfortunately they all eventually had the typical issues like insulinoma and adrenal disease, but they had good lives. 5 to 8 years I think was the general range that they lived, except for one who passed early. Prednisone definitely helped to extend their later years. They do keep that playful puppy-like nature throughout their lives!

  • @Slipknot4769
    @Slipknot4769 2 года назад

    Very informative! Thank you.😊

  • @Fabin123
    @Fabin123 3 года назад +6

    Great video. One thing not mentioned is how Ferrets imprint on their food to the exclusion of all others. Best to feed them a blend of 2 or 3 brands of Ferret food in case the manufacturer quits making one.

  • @gamergoddess21
    @gamergoddess21 3 года назад +4

    I love ferrets and your videos! Also that would be awesome to see a collaboration with you and The Trained Ferret! ❤

  • @ElecTechie
    @ElecTechie Год назад

    I love watching you in your videos .. and great info to boot !!

  • @pastelimations2.074
    @pastelimations2.074 3 года назад +6

    I have a ferret already, it’s my youngest dog.
    She has the same patterns, she’s long, same diet, smelly
    I’ve always lived with dogs my whole life and am confident with taking care of them
    When I’m old enough and hopefully have enough money, I’ll probably get 1 or 2

  • @inzomniacZz
    @inzomniacZz 2 года назад +6

    I've been wanting to get a ferret for so long. I grew up with and have cats, so I'm quite used to mischievous, fiesty behavior. I already get high quality cat food that they recommend for my cats, and we have a dedicated pet room that I can put the cage in. (Obviously keep the cats and ferret separate) I also don't notice most smells, so I'm not worried about the musky scent. Being a cat owner I've grown so use to the pungent ammonia smell that can come from the litter box that Im no longer phased.
    Its just the matter of finding the right place to get one from and convincing my mother lol. I'm a disabled adult so I'm usually home and would be able to give it ample attention.

  • @paige4750
    @paige4750 2 года назад

    Very informative thank youu!!

  • @jolujo5842
    @jolujo5842 7 месяцев назад

    Great video👍 Thank you so much

  • @elizabethrohfritsch6843
    @elizabethrohfritsch6843 2 года назад +6

    Two questions
    1.) What do you feed your ferrets?
    2.) How do I tell someone is a reputable breeder?

  • @kanadeotonokoji7479
    @kanadeotonokoji7479 3 года назад +10

    I really want a ferret but my parents might not be able to pay the expenses to own a ferret and I have two dogs already. I might get one when I have my own place and when I have the money to cover their expenses.

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  3 года назад +2

      Thats a great idea ♥

    • @kanadeotonokoji7479
      @kanadeotonokoji7479 3 года назад +2

      @@TheModernFerret Hey Modern ferret! Thanks for loving my idea. You help me soo much on learning about ferrets! Please keep making more amazing content!

  • @croissantsoap7577
    @croissantsoap7577 2 года назад +2

    I’m tryna convince my parents to get me one, these videos help a lot! Thank you for making these!

  • @SammyTheStrawbrry
    @SammyTheStrawbrry 2 года назад

    This helped so much ty!!!

  • @young_pilanti
    @young_pilanti 3 года назад +8

    Tysm, my baby ferrets are being born in a week then I get to take them home after around 8 weeks after that, im so exited🥰

  • @aspenmena740
    @aspenmena740 3 года назад +5

    do ferrets need a cage? if you have a safe controlled room can they stay in that instead of having to be in a cage?

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  3 года назад

      Some people only have a ferret room! But I always recommend having at least one smaller cage just in case you have guests over, are cleaning, need babysitting, or need somewhere to put them for a temporary time!

  • @Alice-xb7pl
    @Alice-xb7pl 3 года назад +1

    This was so much help you guys are amazing ❤️😊

  • @sushi5979
    @sushi5979 2 года назад

    Please post again! I love your videos and I hope that your ferrets are well. I hope you post soon because I miss your videos so much!

  • @psa25275
    @psa25275 3 года назад +3

    Dear Hailey, thank you for your great info about Ferrets - now we own a beautiful little 12 week old girl. At her first Vet Visit, we were asked, what we feed. We followed your ideas and were buying Wysong Epigen 90. Our Vet recommended Totally Ferret Complete- the reason behind was, that there is sugar in the Wysong product, which could cause insulinoma. What would be your advice on food? Right now we mix the Marshalls Premium food with the Wysong - I wonder to change it to all Totally Ferret Complete after the Wysong product is gone - or what would you advice? Thank you in advance.

  • @GreenestTrampler
    @GreenestTrampler 3 года назад +3

    I just got two amazing cat snakes last night, and I can't get enough of them!

  • @TheCommanderjoe
    @TheCommanderjoe 3 года назад +1

    Modern Ferret, from the quality of the videos to the quality of the care demonstrated within, your channel is fantastic. I am proclaiming it officially legendary. It has helped us with our two ferrets.

  • @jenniferdarline
    @jenniferdarline 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you I learned a lot

  • @kingburr07
    @kingburr07 3 года назад +5

    When she said you probably don’t want to give the male belly button kisses I die 🤣then sub when I came back to life

  • @briarllywelyn4844
    @briarllywelyn4844 3 года назад +3

    Thank you so much for this video, it was very educational. I love watching videos about ferrets, but with a house full of rodents (guinea pigs and soon rabbits) I will continue to live vicariously through people like you who choose to share they're lovely family members with the world. Thank you again! I love your babies. ❤️

  • @sweethaven5
    @sweethaven5 Год назад +2

    I recently started working at locally owned pet store. Not that we sell ferrets, but we get asked A LOT of questions about ferrets, cages, food and other various questions. Thank you so much for explaining and informing me!! From Ohio 🇺🇸

  • @chantalguerrero933
    @chantalguerrero933 2 года назад +2

    Thank you. This really changed my perspective on things. ❤️ I never knew I didn't know all this important information!!❤️❤️❤️

    • @chantalguerrero933
      @chantalguerrero933 2 года назад +1

      I didn't know that I knew absolutely nothing about ferrets. I've been watching Soo meany vids about ferrets and your the only RUclips channel that opens my eyes!!!😆❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @f4orce986
    @f4orce986 3 года назад +3

    I just got one but boy the are pretty hard to take care of but I love him

  • @traceyshipton2892
    @traceyshipton2892 2 года назад +3

    My ferret went missing for 2 days but today we found her!🥰

  • @cleosimons3728
    @cleosimons3728 Год назад

    Thank you so much I’m getting a fair in a week and this has helped me so much to understand more about them I don’t know what I would do without you thankyou!!!

  • @comment6864
    @comment6864 2 года назад

    Very informative

  • @g_4br13ll4
    @g_4br13ll4 3 года назад +6

    I might be getting a ferret in about like a year maybe? And this, somehow, was very very helpful. I'd always love to come prepared.

    • @stupidsylvester989
      @stupidsylvester989 3 года назад +2

      I reccomend the channels pazuandfriends and friendly neighbourhood ferrets, they are really good

    • @g_4br13ll4
      @g_4br13ll4 3 года назад +2

      @@stupidsylvester989 Yea, I watch them as well!

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  3 года назад

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @yekiraclaar2308
    @yekiraclaar2308 2 года назад +3

    I used to take care of ferrets in a vet tech program and they were some of my favorite animals to care for that were in the program. I've been considering one but I found through research that some of the stuff I learned in school was outdated and so I've been trying to consume all the updated information I can before I make a final decision. I feel like if I cant provide the proper home for one then I should leave them for someone who can. I dont think I'm ready as I potentially have untreated Narcolepsy that leaves me sleeping most of my time away and I feel like I should find a treatment that works for me before I get one so I have time to play with the little cutie and keep him trained. So I'm holding off until I'm in better health. Thanks for this video. It helped me make an informed decision to decide when to get a ferret which means later and not now.

  • @antaliardz
    @antaliardz 3 года назад

    Great Great Great content!!!! I loved it guys!!!

  • @starwarsfan1194
    @starwarsfan1194 2 года назад

    Your amazing thanks for all that info

  • @ferretgirl8430
    @ferretgirl8430 3 года назад +3

    This is definitely one of the best ferret information videos out there that I've seen. And can confirm that intact hobs in rut STINK!!!!! And it's not just them that stink, everything they touch the smell sticks to for ages 😂. Private bred ferrets are more likely to be genetically healthy as long as the breeder has chosen healthy lines but will still get adrenal and insulinoma if desexed too young and fed a bad diet.

  • @sofiaiafelice4263
    @sofiaiafelice4263 3 года назад +4

    I CLICKED SO FAST OMG I LOVE UR GUYS CHANNEL

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  3 года назад +1

      LOL

    • @sofiaiafelice4263
      @sofiaiafelice4263 3 года назад

      @@TheModernFerret imma get a ferret in the summer so im binge watching ur guys videos and writing down notes for proper care :))))

    • @franklinmorgan278
      @franklinmorgan278 3 года назад

      @@sofiaiafelice4263 ok

  • @BL-li7gg
    @BL-li7gg 8 месяцев назад

    Awesome, thank you!

  • @rochellewilliams1778
    @rochellewilliams1778 2 года назад

    I think it would be a wonderful video with the trained ferret and others. Very informative

  • @janetellis4259
    @janetellis4259 3 года назад +3

    I feel I’m ready. Been researching from your channel and Pazuandfriends’s channel. Yet I’m also I’m not. In 3 years I plan to retire and will be able to spend most of my time for their care. Plus planning on moving out of California because of the cost of living and the ban of ferrets in this state. Thank you for all you do for us.

    • @ferox965
      @ferox965 3 года назад +1

      I was a ferret owner from 1986 to 2018. Have money put aside for vet bills. That's the one thing I tell possible new owners. Aside from that, they will be the best little buddies ever.

    • @Surveyed
      @Surveyed 2 года назад

      ^this, it’s like a child when it comes to vets and make sure you have a exotic vet near by that’s even able to do ferret care first or you will be driving a good distance for one. Lots of toys and a nice healthy kibble mix. Can recommend instinct ultimate protein mixed with wysong. Break them off marshals food early if you can. Join a Facebook group too really helps

  • @williamdean6034
    @williamdean6034 3 года назад +3

    I miss my ferret. He always got out side and we had a hammock made out of a shirt for him. Unfortunately one day he got out while I was away and he overheated and died.

  • @MintyFarts
    @MintyFarts Год назад

    I LOVE that tube network you have!! my girl would have loved that! genius!

  • @soberpony7326
    @soberpony7326 2 года назад

    Thank you for taking your time and making this video ❤️
    I really want a ferret but i need to do some more research
    And fully know what they need and this video helped me so much
    Thank youuu
    Im subscribed

  • @BeaMCTV
    @BeaMCTV 2 года назад +15

    Thank you so much for this. My parents always disapprove of me buying myself a ferret while I'm still living in their house, but I feel like this video will convince them aha. Cute ferrets btw!

  • @harley8703
    @harley8703 3 года назад +7

    I want ferrets so this is truly an amazing video to see thank you!

  • @crazyScottishferretlady
    @crazyScottishferretlady 2 года назад +2

    Been keeping ferrets since 2009, and as much as I love my dogs- if I could only choose one type of pet I was allowed to keep for the rest of my life it would be ferrets. Most of mine have been rescues or strays and come to me with a host of behavioural issues, but that only makes it even more satisfying when they come around.
    My last one I adopted, Beatrice, I was told was wild (found as a stray, had been at the rehoming centre over 400 days, no one would take her because of her issues) and would likely never be able to live with other ferrets - she's turned out to actually be the absolutely sweetest little girl and thrives on company, she's the sort of ferret who needs to be around other ferrets, she cannot handle being alone, which is likely what was causing her behavioural issues.
    All of mine - 4 girls and 1 boy - are unaltered (I'm in the UK) though one does have the implant due to adrenal.

  • @BOBO-jb1nn
    @BOBO-jb1nn 3 года назад

    thank you for the video, I don;t have any ferrets at the moment, but I am planning on bringing one into my home soon. I'm loading up on the info and your channel has been pretty much my go to for info thanks.

  • @Blank55600
    @Blank55600 Год назад +5

    Long kitties

  • @shirleyharris8450
    @shirleyharris8450 3 года назад +4

    YOU WILLLL PAY VET BILLS, SO GET READY! However, I LOVE my ferrets!

  • @amiahw3392
    @amiahw3392 2 года назад +1

    I just got my first ferret baby named Nita with my boyfriend on 9/11/21 and she’s the sweetest little thing she really gets along with our cat maverick they play together sleep together and it’s such a good thing to know that they get along.
    I love your videos very helpful ❤️

  • @j.zingler6735
    @j.zingler6735 3 года назад +4

    To call ferrets thieves? Nah, with a good lawyer that is just "collecting lifestyle" and we need people like that for environmental tasks....... 😂

  • @nattamused9074
    @nattamused9074 Год назад

    Thank you for this video. We’re not interested in bringing a ferret into our home, but my kids REALLY like watching videos about them on RUclips. This video was just lovely. All the visuals were pleasant and constantly engaging, and the music was uplifting. The nicest thing about this video was your well prepared and very informative speaking content and presentation. I think this is the best “what to know about this pet” videos I’ve ever seen.

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  Год назад

      wow you made my day! A lot of work goes into these and it really means a lot knowing your children enjoyed it.

  • @genewickersham4593
    @genewickersham4593 2 года назад +1

    Everyone would ask "does it bite?" and I would honestly answer "of course they do" - it's how they communicate with each other. But it's natural that humans are terrified by ferrets' scary teeth. What is most amazing about ferrets to me is that they can team up to solve problems, like stealing my food or breaking out of their enclosure.

  • @mukkaar
    @mukkaar Год назад +2

    People mistaking ferrets as rodents is weird. I have never really thought about this until now, but I never thought them as rodents. Rodents have very distinct teeth and mouth, meanwhile ferrets have carnivore teeth. Also while ferrets a bit of rodent like features, they are still more like wolverines for example.

  • @annbond5678
    @annbond5678 Год назад

    We also give him "stations of engagement" throughout the house, boxes, bags full of toys that we steal back from him which gives him a job to put them all back...he sleeps well after his busy night.

  • @dionnamoore9349
    @dionnamoore9349 2 года назад

    Thank you This helped me out soooo much I'm for sure about to get me one now

  • @AndrewA-zt4fo
    @AndrewA-zt4fo 2 года назад +2

    This video brought back memories for me. I live in Australia, and at one point had 8 ferrets. They were fantastic to be around, very loving and playful. Though, it’s good to be weary of their distinct quirks.

  • @kristenmontalto359
    @kristenmontalto359 2 года назад

    you are amazing and thankyou

  • @ronstoner1823
    @ronstoner1823 Год назад +2

    I've had 3 of them. They're totally awesome! Would love to have another one. Never a dull moment. If you ever wondered where your matching sock went....

  • @kayduck5895
    @kayduck5895 2 года назад +1

    I just rescued a ferret from a neglect situation, this really helped!! thank you so much.

  • @user-ww6oq3mw4s
    @user-ww6oq3mw4s 8 месяцев назад

    thanks for this it helped

  • @emberbland5015
    @emberbland5015 2 года назад

    i love your vids!

  • @candyrubin6125
    @candyrubin6125 Год назад

    InLove Your Video Well Done

  • @Alice-xb7pl
    @Alice-xb7pl 3 года назад +1

    Can you please do another live chat I love seeing your ferrets and all your education about them. You are so inspiring!

    • @TheModernFerret
      @TheModernFerret  3 года назад

      That's a great idea! I will look into doing another one of these.

    • @Alice-xb7pl
      @Alice-xb7pl 3 года назад

      Can’t wait!

  • @alissalove549
    @alissalove549 3 года назад +2

    I hope you are still planning on building the outside enclosure for them I’m excited to see it

  • @Blaueskuchen
    @Blaueskuchen 2 года назад +2

    Hi! Could you show a video preparing your ferret carrier? Everytime I drop off my ferrets at the vet I always struggle for them bc I leave them there just with a towel and it turns out to be very messy. It would be great to see an example of litter box that fits a carrier, how to latch it so it won't slip and how to attach the hammock to the carrier :)

  • @scottpollack5453
    @scottpollack5453 Год назад +2

    I had a ferret many years ago when both of my daughters were young! We got him from a pet store and named him Woody! He was an absolute riot to watch with our dog and family cat! He would play with both of them and was constantly exploring our home space along with our backyard and neighbors! We put him on a leash (which he didn’t like) to keep him safe and to take him on walks! Unfortunately, Woody only lived until he was 5 1/2 years old which was very disappointing for my family! He was a Wonderful pet and gave us a lot of Love during his short life! As a result of this video, I’m seriously thinking about getting another ferret which I hope will live much longer than Woody did!

  • @coreyfrench915
    @coreyfrench915 Год назад +1

    thx friend

  • @willshogren1987
    @willshogren1987 2 года назад

    Moose is so chill.