New!

[tek]

Hey everyone! I am new not just to these forums but to the entire world of ferrets. It's an exciting time.

A little about me: My name is Mike, I am 24 years old and live in Guelph, ON. I am partially retired I guess, I rent out rooms to students and have way too much free time. As for my pet experience it's fairly limited. I had a couple of cats; but when I moved out of home I left them with my mom. I had a dog this summer I adopted named Charlie, but unfortunately it didn't work out and I had to find him a more suitable owner. In the past I have had rabbits (probably 15 at my peak) as I would take in any unwanted rabbits and house them until suitable homes could be found. I have always been a fan of ferrets but never had any until last week.

I took in a ferret last week and a second one a few nights ago. I renamed them and turned my 15x4 closet into a room for them.

Nicolas Cage was the first one I got. He is about 7 months old. Very energetic.

Bob Saget is the second one I got so that Nicolas wasn't alone. He is a 10 month old. Much more laid back.

They look very similar, minus Bob being a bit larger, and heavier. I will post some pictures soon since I know you all love them.

They seem to be getting along pretty good. Sometimes Nicolas wants to go go go and play with Bob but Bob is kind of lazy (previous owners didn't do much with him I don't think) so he sometimes gets a little fed up with Nicolas and hisses slightly or whines. But they are getting much better.

Anyways! New to owning ferrets and to the forums. Pretty much spending all of my time lately reading up anything and everything I can, in that quest I found this place and once I get more settled in with the boys I will be starting the journey into feeding a natural diet.

So hello to you all! and I look forward to meeting more of you and becoming an active member around here.

[bluemoose]

Welcome to the forum! Feel free to look around and ask any questions. Everyone is friendly and helpful and no question is considered silly. If you're new to the world of ferrets, I would definitely recommend reading Ferrets for Dummies, 2nd Edition by Kim Schilling. Any questions asked on the forum will be answered but Ferrets for Dummies is a great way to learn all the basics in ferret care. There are lots of things you'd probably never think to ask about and it's a great reference to have around. Once you're ready to switch your fuzzies to a natural diet (keep in mind the younger the ferrets, the easier the switch), consider the mentor program. A mentor is a great way to get one-on-one help with all your questions and concerns as you switch.

[katt]

Hello and welcome! At such a young age, I would suggest starting the switch now! It will be much easier. They are nearing the age when they will be imprinted in their food and be more difficult to switch. Not impossible by any means, just more difficult. Feel free to browse around and ask any questions. We all love to help and there is no such thing as a stupid question! I would love to see pics of your babies when you get the chance, and I look forwards to seeing you around the forum!

[sherrylynne]

Hi, and welcome Congrats on your newest additions! Please feel free to browse around, ask anything you like. Everyone is very friendly here, and more than willing to answer any questions you may have.
You have definitely launched yourself into an adventure with being owned by ferrets

[Heather]

Hi and welcome to the whole world of ferrets and to the forum. Everyone has already introduced the forum and what we're about so I'm just going to say hi. I hope that I will be seeing you around and hearing about your little ones.
ciao