Can ferrets be kept in a cage?

Ferrets should normally be confined in a safe, secure area such as a cage when they are not under direct supervision. Ferrets are highly inquisitive and active animals that require daily interaction and play time in a safe area outside of their normal confinement.

Is it cruel to keep a ferret in a cage?

Keeping them caged for long periods of time is cruel, just like it would be cruel to cage a dog. Ferrets are highly intelligent animals, more so than rodentsthey possess around the same intelligence as a dog or cat. They also have lots of energy that needs to be spent on playtime daily.

How long can you keep a ferret in a cage?

Ferrets must be let out of their cage at least once a day for a minimum of 2 hours. They will want to explore their surroundings, but make sure they are supervised, as they are highly curious creatures and may accidentally hurt themselves or swallow something they shouldn’t while running around.

What should a ferret have in its cage?

Ferrets need exercise, affection and human companionship to remain happy and healthy. When it is necessary to cage a ferret, the cage should include plenty of soft bedding, safe toys, a water bottle, food crock and litter boxes filled with paper-based or wood-based pellet form litter