Ferret Questionnaire Regarding Adoption

• Why a ferret?

• What is your age? Or are you still living at home .... I will need parental approval prior to adoption if you are still living at home or are under 18 years of age.

• Are there young children in your home? Their ages?

• What other pets do you own?

• Have you had a ferret(s) previously? Do you still have it (them)? If yes, what are their ages, if not, what became of it (them)?

• Are you prepared for a commitment of five (5) to eight (8) years?

• Who is your veterinarian? Is he or she experienced in caring for ferrets? Are you prepared to change and find a veterinarian who is experienced with ferrets (not many vets are available with these skills)?

• Are you aware of the cost of health maintenance and possible surgery which may be required?

• Ferrets require an annual check-up with shots and many require surgery later in life at a cost of $300 -$350.

• Are you aware that a ferret cannot live in a cage - they must have time to run and play unconfined by a cage - they can be house wreckers if you are not prepared for their antics.

• Are you blessed with a "Green Thumb"? Ferrets find a plant a particularly great challenge - along with your socks, shoes, TV remote controls, cordless phones, etc.

• Are you willing to adopt a "disadvantaged" ferret?

• Please be aware that having a pet ferret is nothing like a cat or a dog - ferret proofing your home is most important for the life and health of your pet.

NOW, ARE YOU READY FOR A PET FERRET ?