Ferret housing advice.

[pinktoe]

Hi everyone and all ferrets out there

I been searching all over 2 odd days now for a indoor cage that would be nice for ferrets as a temp home for not to long just long enough to save up the money for a bigger better cage.

Can anyone help me out to find a cage that is not to pricey and be ok for little while.
I dont have ferret(s) yet.

Any help would be good.Try get on pets at home but website not loading

I have little money that will be there for little bit but not to long (OH money ) so any help would be ace and a BIG thank you in advance

[LoveForLizards]

Most indoor rabbit cages will be ok as long as they are let out alot.
Something like the Marshall mini mansion, Super pet delux 3 level etc would work well also.
Have you looked at getting a puppy pen and making that into a cage? they aren't very expensive and can be used even after you have a permanent cage.

[pinktoe]

Originally Posted by LoveForLizards

Most indoor rabbit cages will be ok as long as they are let out alot.
Something like the Marshall mini mansion, Super pet delux 3 level etc would work well also.
Have you looked at getting a puppy pen and making that into a cage? they aren't very expensive and can be used even after you have a permanent cage.

Thank you.
I never thought of that lol I have to go hunt one down and see what I can do.
Well Iam planing for the ferrets to be in the cage when we go to bed have something to eat and when we go out (hardly ever) but even when we go out I have leads for them.

One other thing when you want take them for a walk do they need a jab? If so do anyone know what it is called? So I can go to the vets and get it all sorted.

Iam hoping to take a work to pets at home later today if not tomorrow.
Thank you once again

[Alice]

It might be worth having a gander on Ebay. There are loads of cages on there and the prices seem ok.
The jab is for canine distemper but there are differences of opinion on the frequency and dangers of the jab, ferret owners on here should be able to tell you more.

[LoveForLizards]

The Vaccinations are for Distemper and Rabies. PLEASE do your research and be aware of the problems these vaccines (especially the Distemper) can cause!!
I, personally, don't plan on Vaccinating our ferrets (apart from the first round of "Baby Jabs" and then the first booster) and they are workers so often go to strange fields/forests. I am not saying what I am doing is right or wrong as it is totally up to you but like I said please, just be aware of the problems the Vaccines can cause.

[pinktoe]

Thnx I have alook about and see.I was just woundering about it thats all.Just to know if they need it or not.
I had a look on ebay few I seen that could do so just waiting to see what I CAN DO.
at the mo it doesnt look so good for me getting ferrets but I just see what happens.

Thank you to those who helped.
If you could let me know if the ferrets need it or not that be great.

[LoveForLizards]

If your talking about the Vaccines no they dont NEED them.

[pinktoe]

Originally Posted by LoveForLizards

If your talking about the Vaccines no they dont NEED them.

Thnx I wont bother getting the vaccines.
Iam still working out about housing.Was thinking buot making a homemade housing.Only thing is chicken wire I did hear it not good for ferrets feet but unsure. What be best to make a homemade houseing?

[mattm]

If you plan on walking them lots, or if they'll ever be interacting with dogs, i'd suggest that the first set of vaccinations might be a good idea (not all veterinarians will agree to doing it; so you'll need to make sure yours does, as the vaccine is not licensed for Ferrets but it is down to the vets' discretion). Personally I don't vaccinate mine. (Of course I am refering to the Canine Distemper, as Rabies has not been existent in Britain for a long time).

Chicken Wire won't be strong enough. If you're looking to make a homemade enclosure, you'll have to get more firm wire such as hardware cloth but the gaps needn't be as small as 1cm square really - 1" square is fine.

[pinktoe]

Originally Posted by mattm

If you plan on walking them lots, or if they'll ever be interacting with dogs, i'd suggest that the first set of vaccinations might be a good idea (not all veterinarians will agree to doing it; so you'll need to make sure yours does, as the vaccine is not licensed for Ferrets but it is down to the vets' discretion). Personally I don't vaccinate mine. (Of course I am refering to the Canine Distemper, as Rabies has not been existent in Britain for a long time).

Chicken Wire won't be strong enough. If you're looking to make a homemade enclosure, you'll have to get more firm wire such as hardware cloth but the gaps needn't be as small as 1cm square really - 1" square is fine.

We dont have dogs and they wont be going near dogs so I guess that be not to get the vacs?
Iam hoping to go to a b&q, homebase to see if they sell any wire looked on the website and they sell it but would like to go see it in person to see what they got.
As for walking I only take them out for a walk maybe once a week or something cause the ferret(s) be having fun playing with me and if I get 2 (fingers crossed) then they have each other+me and a lot of room to play in.planing to get loads of toys too.and other peices.

One thing I might have trouble getting is the litter cause I did get use to get it from morrisons, they did do sort of paper stuff dont know if they do it anymore.Is there a good brand to get? cause I know you not ment to use normal cat litter that has stuck with me lol.
Thank you for the help