A Spacious Ferret Cage: Buying Guide 2024

ferret cage

When choosing to acquire a ferret as a pet, you must first consider one crucial element: its cage. Unlike hamsters or mice, it does not settle for small spaces, but needs a spacious cage to feel comfortable and secure. This is for its well-being. 

What is the ideal cage for my ferret?

a ferret

If your pet spends most of its time with you freely, then there is no need for a too large ferret cage. It will only serve it for a few hours a day. However, it should have a minimum size of 50 cm wide, 50 cm high, and 1 m in length. 

Very spacious and comfortable for your ferret, tiered cages have the advantage of taking up little floor space while offering ample height space for the utmost pleasure of your pet. Very practical, you can then define spaces according to the tiers. It is also important to pay attention to the spacing between bars, which should not exceed 3 centimeters to prevent escapes. They are particularly suitable for multiple ferrets living together.

  • Cages on stands or wheels: the ferret cage designed on stands or wheels is suitable for all domestic rodent owners who can easily catch the pet without bending or hurting their back. Additionally, cleaning and access are greatly simplified.
  • ferret cage to place" >Large ferret cage to place: opt for a large cage that you wish to place wherever you see fit. This model fits everywhere in your home while leaving maximum space for your ferret.
  • Outdoor Cage: comfortably install your ferret in an outdoor enclosure, or a hutch, ideally placed on your terrace or in the garden, to listen to the sounds of nature, the birds' song, and soak up some sun.

How to equip my ferret's cage? 

a ferret in its cage

First of all, the cage should not be placed just anywhere. It must be in a place where the temperature is between 15 and 24°. While ferrets can adapt well to colder temperatures, they have more difficulties with warm temperatures. Like any animal, it should not be located in a drafty area. Finally, ensure it has sufficient natural lighting of 12 hours to make it feel good.

Next, it is important that the ferret's cage is divided into three distinct areas: a litter for its needs, a rest area, and a feeding area.

The litter box must be large enough with high edges to limit material splashes. For the bedding, it is advisable to prefer a reference specific to ferrets or rodents rather than a product intended for cats.

For food, it is preferable to opt for ceramic bowls or those that attach to the cage bars, preventing your ferret from knocking them over. The rodent water bottle is perfect for water distribution.

Finally, concerning its bedding, ferrets particularly love the comfort of a shelter or a hammock fixed high to the cage bars.

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