How much do you really know about ferrets? 8 questions — learn as you go!
📚 What you learned about ferrets
What kind of eater is a ferret?✅ A meat-eater (carnivore)Ferrets are true carnivores, so they need a meat-based ferret food to stay healthy.
What is a ferret's silly happy hopping dance called?✅ The weasel war danceWhen a ferret wants to play, it does a goofy hopping 'weasel war dance.'
What do ferrets need lots of every single day?✅ Supervised playtime out of the cageFerrets are full of energy and need hours of supervised, ferret-proofed playtime every day.
Why must a room be 'ferret-proofed' before playtime?✅ They get into everything and chew odd thingsFerrets are mischievous and chew and swallow odd things, so rooms must be made safe first.
What natural feature do ferrets have that some families notice?✅ A musky smellFerrets have a natural musky smell, which is just part of being a ferret.
What helpful skill can ferrets learn?✅ Using a litter boxFerrets are clever and can be litter-trained, just like a cat.
About how long do ferrets usually live?✅ 6–10 yearsFerrets usually live about 6 to 10 years.
Which is the most common ferret color?✅ SableSable, the classic brown ferret with a dark mask, is the most common ferret color.
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