In This Chapter
Debunking incorrect
views of the ferret’s nature and history Clearing the air in
terms of diseases and hygiene tendencies Telling the truth
about the ferret’s eating and sleeping hab...
Showing posts with label Ferrets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Ferrets. Show all posts
Ten Recipes Your Ferret Will Love
In This Chapter
Whipping up gourmet
dishes with chicken and tuna Getting creative with
snacks and stews Giving your fuzzy the
BARF treatm...
From Birth to Bundle of Energy: Walking a Fuzzy’s Timeline
In This Chapter
Raising your fuzzies
from newborns through their terrible twos Surviving adolescence
and the teenage ye...
Unmasking the Details of Ferret Love
In This Chapter
Reviewing the fertile
fuzzy Understanding the
unbred ferret Caring for your
ferret during her pregnancy Dealing with easy and
difficult deliveries Recognizing and
taking care of problems after bi...
Should You Breed Your Ferret? Looking at the Big Picture
In This Chapter
Considering the
emotional, financial, and time commitments of breeding Understanding the
ramifications of careless breed...
Dealing with the Behaviorally Challenged Ferret
In This Chapter
Knowing the reasoning
behind your ferret’s aggression Handling and taming
the biting fuzzb...
Putting Your Ferret through Basic Training: Easy as 1-2-3?
In This Chapter
Discouraging biting Heading to the
“bathroom” for toilet training Going for wa...
Understanding What Fuzzy Is Trying to Tell You
In This Chapter
Responding to various
ferret sounds Reacting to your
ferret’s dance moves Recognizing your
ferret’s body language Considering other
ways your ferret communica...
Saying Goodbye When the Time Comes
In This Chapter
Knowing when to let
go Ordering a postmortem
to get answers and further fuzzy science Putting your deceased
pet’s body to rest Mourning for your
lost pet Coming to the aid of
your surviving p...
Finding and Treating the Big C and Other Lumps
In This Chapter
Surveying the top
three ferret cancers Identifying and
removing skin tumors and chordomas Reviewing your
treatment and manageability opti...
Handling Viruses, Infections, and Other Conditions and Illnesses
In This Chapter
Addressing many
common ferret diseases and conditions Finding out what you
can do to diagnose and treat your fer...
Helping Your Hurt Ferret: First-Aid Basics
In This Chapter
Previewing a ferret’s
minor afflictionsActing in the event
of an emergencyCaring for your fuzzy
in-houseArranging a room for
your sick ferretGetting your sick
ferret to ...
Setting Up Your Ferret’s Health Plan: Vets and First-Aid Kits
In This Chapter
Choosing a good
ferret vet Taking your fuzzy for
routine checkups and preventative vaccines Filling your fuzzy
first-aid kit with the essentials Preparing for
emergenc...
Have Ferret, May Travel
In This Chapter Preparing to take
your fuzzy on vacation Reviewing your travel
alternatives Exploring
alternatives to taking fuzzy with ...
Enrichment: Yours and Your Ferret’s
In This Chapter
Understanding
enrichment and its purpose Getting the scoop on
a ferret’s senses Developing your
personal ferret enrichment program Hooking up with a
ferret club Showing or competing
with your ferret Reviewing ferret
symposiums and Internet communities
Caring for your ferret means much more than providing her
with...
Cleaning Time: Not All Ferret Fun and Games
In This Chapter
Addressing the mess
in fuzzy’s cage Washing your furball Checking the ears and
nails Performing the dental
checkup Brushing your
ferret’s c...
Filling Your Ferret’s Belly
In This Chapter
Hydrating your fuzzy Scanning the dietary
requirements for ferrets Giving your ferret a
traditional dry or wet diet Supplying an
alternative (natural) diet Adding supplements
and treats to your fuzzy’s d...
Introducing Fuzzy to His New Family
In This Chapter
Assessing your
fuzzy’s social tendencies Helping your new pet
adjust to his new environment Making all your pet
introductions Showing your kids how
to safely interact with the ferret Joining fuzzy and
fuzzy for the start of a beautiful friendship Controlling your
ferret around strang...
Ferret - Proofing Your Home
Ferret - Proofing Your Home In This Chapter
Taking care of
trouble spots in your home to make it ferret-friendly Altering your habits
to prevent a tragedy Finding a qualified
...
Home Sweet Home: Preparing Your Ferret’s Quarters
In This Chapter
Getting your ferret’s
house ready
Organizing fuzzy’s
bedroom and bathroom
Picking a food dish
and water bowl
Adding all sorts of
accessories that you and your ferret will l...
On the Tail of a New Carpet Shark (Um, Ferret)
In This Chapter
Studying the basics of ferret
shoppingDeciding between a baby or an
older fuzzyChoosing a male or female ferretExamining the differences between
altered and whole fuzziesFilling your home with multiple
furballsPicking from the variety of pet
sellers you can f...
Ferrets and the Law: Licensing and Other Issues
In This Chapter
Addressing licensing issuesExamining the existence and
purpose of ferret-free zonesFamiliarizing yourself with
ferret ...
Understanding What Ferrets Are (And Aren’t)
In This Chapter
Acquainting yourself with your lovable domestic ferret
Perusing the historical timeline of the ferret
Taking a look at the sport of ferreting
Going green (not really) with ferret hybrids
Reviewing the domestic ferret’s appearance
Examining the plight and the rebirth of the black-footed fer...
What You Need to Know About Ferrets
In This Chapter
Reviewing the description of a
ferret
Listing the basic ferret info,
from color to odor
Understanding the fuzzy’s
exercise needs
Addressing the financial and
legal matters that ferrets bring
Incorporating the ferret into
your home
Introducing your fuzzy to other
kids and p...
