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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2015 12:18:57 GMT -5
We started with one ferret - Aramis. We told ourselves we'll only have one. So we adopted Gizmo. And told ourselves we'll only have 2. So we saw Gabriel - as the only ferret in the past years in a local shelter. So obviously, we have 3 now  And we told ourselves this is the max. So we saw a new ferret that was found on the street, and it's now at a shelter in a different city - if nobody claims him/her in 2 weeks, they'll put her for adoption. So my ferret math is kicking in again And of course we started making all sorts of excuses such as "you see, it would be nice with 4 - now when 2 play, one is left out, so he'll have a play partner.." "We can't possibly leave him there alone, right?" and so on I wonder if that's how all ferrents' brains work, or is it just me becoming the crazy ferret lady ? (yes, I actually have that sticker on my motorbike!) I'll see what news we'll get later on, but I am considering it... Do you think there is any issue regarding the age of the ferret introduced? We know nothing about him yet anyway |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2015 13:50:09 GMT -5
I have to laugh at this 3 years ago we said 2 was perfect. 13 fuzzies now. Only issue weve had was 1 really dominate male and it takes months for him to accept a new fuzz. We do have one room there isnt any dominace they are all older ferrets and accept any new fuzz.
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Post by RedSky on Jan 22, 2015 14:08:44 GMT -5
Haha, I think that is how we all are.
Our ferret math started before we even got them. My OH said we could have one, I told him that was mean, that ferrets need friends and lots of interactions, so eventually said okay you can get a pair that are already bonded. I said well that's fine but then if one gets poorly or is tired the other one doesn't have anyone to play with and the other won't have anyone to cuddle if the first ferret is up playing. He said fine 3... So I got my trio. But now our vet has mentioned a lone male that has been looking for a home for 6 months, she said he's really lovely with people but they don't know what he's like with other ferrets. He's younger by the looks of it so might make a great playmate for Mako, while Korra is exploring and biting me and Bolin is sleeping Mako in bored and wants to play.
I think if you can afford another one and cope with a long term introduction if they don't get along straight away then go for it. I'm thinking about this male (he's called Buddy) but there are a few downsides for us the main one being that the rescue we got the ferrets from will look after our three while we go on holiday but said they only do that with the ones they have rehomed.
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Post by Blue on Jan 22, 2015 14:41:15 GMT -5
That's not failing ferret math, that's passing it with flying colors!  I have to say I'm quite relieved that my little girl hates all other ferrets with a passion. She was boarded for 5 weeks at a rescue, and didn't make a single friend (I was thinking of getting her a buddy). She did, however, chip one of her canines. She loves dogs. I am not getting her a dog. (What would that be -- ferret physics?) |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2015 15:07:30 GMT -5
Yeah, I think in terms of finding a place for them when we travel - it is possible. It's only a matter of them accepting the new guy - it went really smooth with our last one, Gabriel. RedSky, I know the feeling, that's how I keep thinking about this new rescue now. Maybe we can offer him a home, if it'll be put for adoption. Blue that's so funny! your ferret getting her own pet But yeah, I guess that saves you from these thoughts, of adopting another one. I noticed that mine get along pretty well with other ferrets. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2015 16:41:33 GMT -5
I am convinced that Ferret Math is contagious and passes from the Forum, thru our keyboards and into our heart. Roamy and Juliet came to us as bonded pair. I thought Roamy needed a little boy to play rough with and Juliet needed to Mother someone. The little boy was a girl. That meant we still needed a little boy and then there was a little girl who needed us. Ferret Math: Two plus one equals five. :boing: You already have this little one in your mind. You will always wonder about him. Most of us have one or two that "got away". Those we didn't bring home. This little guy sounds like he will be coming home to you.  |
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Post by gfountain on Jan 22, 2015 16:57:13 GMT -5
BEWARE!!!! Poncesmom is a terrible enabler! (As are most of the rest of us, lol)
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Post by RedSky on Jan 22, 2015 17:08:02 GMT -5
If I could find someone to have them when we went on holiday then I would be calling about seeing if my three like this little guy. I also know that the rescue I got mine from tried introducing Mako and Korra into a few groups but Korra was very fussy about who she accepted.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2015 17:46:33 GMT -5
haha! yeah, I think we are all enablers  I usually avoid leaving them with someone unless absolutely necessary, usually we travel with them - it's like travelling with infants, but it's fun I left a message to ask more info about the little guy, and see what comes out |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2015 17:53:31 GMT -5
BEWARE!!!! Poncesmom is a terrible enabler! (As are most of the rest of us, lol) :heehee: I confess...it's so true. |
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Post by RedSky on Jan 22, 2015 17:58:43 GMT -5
Unfortunately one of the terms set out by my OH before getting the ferrets was that I would leave them while we go on holiday. Due to our dog we have never been abroad in the 9 years we have been together, so I think he deserves this one.
Part of me hopes he just escaped and has lovely owners looking for him, but then the rest of me hopes you get to bring him home soon!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2015 18:44:13 GMT -5
It's good that you found someone to take care of them while you're gone But yeah... On the one hand, I would be happy to see he is in a loving family, and it was just an accident.. But if he isn't, I'd be really happy to offer him one ! I saw the picture and he looked so terrified  I felt like going there right away.... They said they couldn't approach him as he was too scared and aggressive, I don't know if they yet managed to check for a microchip... My husband was joking about it - Yeah, you saw him already, there's no going back  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2015 19:08:32 GMT -5
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Post by unclejoe on Jan 22, 2015 19:46:50 GMT -5
I was there. I define crazy ____ person as someone who has more pets than they can reasonably take good care of. But I was called that crazy ferret dude at work when I rescued a second pair and got up to 5. That was about 18 ferrets ago, so I fit the stereotype.  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 23, 2015 7:30:22 GMT -5
That's actually a good definition of crazy - more like...irresponsible. I tried to contact the shelter, or whatever that place is. No answer. The ferret arrived there on the 20th - he'll be kept for 2 weeks and then put for adoption or euthanized, as they have the right to do so. And I really dislike that last part since I thought there weren't any more kill shelters here. Plus they mentioned he's very aggressive and they can't approach him - so I honestly hope they won't rush into such a decision |
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