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Post by Sherry on Apr 22, 2011 8:38:00 GMT -5
The one who handles the home visits for fostering is, I believe, the same one who does it for adoption as well. She's great
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Post by Deleted on Apr 22, 2011 9:44:56 GMT -5
everyone here came in pairs with the exception of Godiva and Gypsy...they were both adopted from out local Animal Control and both were found free roaming around different neighborhoods As for gender mixes...I have 10 girls and 1 boy...the most I've ever had was 2 males with the "girl power posse" but never had any problems with fuzz not playing well together....though there a quite a few on this board who have different play groups to avoid aggression and fighting.... One thing I have been blessed with it the fact that we haven't had too many vet bills...I'm sure the day will come though...
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Post by Sherry on Apr 22, 2011 19:31:12 GMT -5
For playgroups- I have 3. Lucrezia is exceedingly territorial, and will try her very best to damage other fuzz who aren't in her "group". And Zeus always has 2-3 days prior to his lupron shots where his adrenal aggression flares up. One of the smaller girls is so terrified of him, she starts shaking if she sees him
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2011 1:41:49 GMT -5
Wow - having different play groups sounds complicated!!!!
I think I would definitely like to avoid that if possible.....
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Post by Sherry on Apr 23, 2011 10:06:23 GMT -5
As someone once said to me- you could have 100 ferrets with no problems, if they were all in one group. It's when you have to start splitting up playtimes that it gets complicated I only have 8 ferrets, but with the strong personalities of some, they can't mix. I've 2 baby gates to keep them separated.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2011 10:35:44 GMT -5
We started with one, but had three within 2 weeks. Even had four for a month before Trixie passed. I like three. 2 was very lonely last week. We do have on spaz (neka) to get the others going. Two boys and one girl. They all play together quite, though due to diet differences we've had to cage Sadie by herself at night. I think it bothers me more then her. She was bonded to trix, and though she plays and will cuddle with the boys she could care less if they are there. Some days I'd like to have another for her to cuddle with, but know I'm at my limit. lol
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2011 11:25:26 GMT -5
@ Sherry - I think that's why I'd rather adopt a bonded pair rather than start with one and then a few months later play the game of finding him/her a buddy (because I KNOW I will not stop at one ) I was wondering though... Can a bonded pair or littermates ever suddenly one day not get along or decide they don't like eachother? @3kaw - This is probably exactly what would happen to me - start with one, but have it triple in less than a month! I suppose it really depends on your ferrets personality - I'm just worried about getting one and then trying to find him/her a buddy and having it be super difficult to find one.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 23, 2011 12:04:52 GMT -5
So I know there's been threads on owning 3 ferrets as opposed to 2 and I think I have a pretty good grasp on the pros (if one dies, the other one won't be left alone, and also if one needs to be away for a while - at the vet or what not, the other won't be lonely) and the cons (more money, food, money!) but lately I just can't get it out of my head that 3 would be better. So what I want to know is the logistics of getting 3 to start. - I was thinking two girls, one boy - is this a good gender mix? - is it better for them to be around the same age? I realize if they are that they could all get sick around the same age, but if they aren't then the older ones might get annoyed with the younger ones when they're ready to retire into old age... Or am I over-analyzing this? Haha - I realize the more money thing but I'm not really worried about the more litter, more food thing... What I want to know is how much money do I need in an emergency fund for three ferrets and how much would I need for just two? I am a university student, but I'm also on full scholarship and I do work part time so money isn't really an issue for me. I would be off for 4 months when I got them so I'd have lots of free time... But am I going to be overwhelmed by 3? I want your guys honest opinions haha. Thanks! I agree with Jackie wholeheartedly but I wanted to add that since you're already doing your presearch, you might want to check estimate prices on things with your local vet: is there a fee just to walk into the exam room? how much are their mites meds? how much is the average ferret x-ray? How much do they charge for lupron? how much is it for general check up/blood work? How much is their blood glucose? stool cultures? fur cultures? vaccinations? etc. etc. Let them know you are looking to get ferrets and just curious about general/average pricing to make sure you will be able to afford it, Im sure they will appreciate a ferrent to be doing their homework
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Post by Sherry on Apr 24, 2011 19:01:59 GMT -5
Can a bonded pair or littermates ever suddenly one day not get along or decide they don't like eachother? It's doubtful. After all, when their partner/friends pass, they grieve so strongly. Now, I've had them get into fights, and bicker back and forth, but when you check a couple hours later, they are usually curled up together
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Post by Deleted on Apr 26, 2011 14:51:07 GMT -5
@ comadrejaloquita14 - that's a great idea, I will be doing that for sure!
@sherry - I didn't think so, but good to know!
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