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Post by eclipso on May 4, 2021 9:45:51 GMT -5
Hello, I made this so everyone can share the products that they use that work well, are safe, or ones to watch out for. Please share what you use with your ferrets like detergents, your products that are ferret-safe, or websites and brands that can help people find good products. Thanks!
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Post by abbeytheferret6 on May 4, 2021 18:57:51 GMT -5
Arm and Hammer for sensitive skin detergent for me and ferrets--- but do use scented fabric softener(LOL)
I tried All washing detergent but itched--- so i called, and they told me put brighteners in it. I figured that is what made me itch.
I wipe down cage floors with vinegar.
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Post by caitmonster on May 5, 2021 18:27:13 GMT -5
Laundry detergent: Charlie's Soap (no scent, very simple formula, fairly environmentally friendly as well) Cage cleaner: Hydrogen peroxide (left it in the original opaque brown bottle and just put a spray nozzle on it--I like it because it foams when it touches organic material so I can tell what needs cleaned more, haha) Carpet cleaner: Bissell Oxy formula. (There are more "natural" formulas out there, but do be careful of those with essential oils. I went with Bissell because that was the model of machine I have, and I believe the formula to be relatively harmless when used as directed. The fragrance is surprisingly mild, but I also do a vinegar+water rinse afterwards which removes it. You can find the MSDS here: supplier.bissell.com/MSDS_Domestic//Deep%20Clean%20plus%20Oxy%20or%20Advanced%20Deep%20Clean%20plus%20Oxy%20SDS.pdf)Floor cleaner: DIY recipe below. (Also in a spray bottle--I spray it on the floor and mop with a microfiber mop.) 2 cups warm water 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar 1/4 cup isopropyl (70%) rubbing alcohol or 120-proof clear liquor 1/8 tsp liquid dish soap
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Post by eclipso on May 6, 2021 9:11:01 GMT -5
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Post by caitmonster on May 6, 2021 14:43:08 GMT -5
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Post by Corvidophile on May 7, 2021 18:22:03 GMT -5
I use vodka as a glass cleaner around Winnipeg, but not where he can breathe it in until it’s dry. You can get drunk off alcohol’s fumes. Anyway I have a cage with a glass paneled rear so that’s where I use it.
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Post by Sherry Stone on May 7, 2021 19:22:43 GMT -5
For cage cleaning weekly, half and half vinegar/water in a spray bottle. For monthly deep cleans, soaked in the tub with nature's miracle. For bedding I use Sunlight sensitive skin, but use a half cup vinegar in the rinse cycle.
Be very wary about using anything scented. So many products use essential oils which are a huge risk for any obligate carnivore(cats and ferrets for example) as they are incapable of eliminating the toxins and they build up in the organs over time, contributing to organ failure. Specifically the liver.
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Post by lyles on May 10, 2021 17:49:52 GMT -5
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Post by eclipso on May 11, 2021 15:33:53 GMT -5
Is pumpkin safe for emergencies in ferrets? What about small amounts of rice dextrin in a supplement I have. Is krill oil better than fish oil? Thanks!
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Post by eclipso on May 13, 2021 15:47:28 GMT -5
also BAKING SODAAA! Use it for everything! You can mix some with water and give a little bit to soothe stomach ulcers, get rid of bacteria, and even prevent cancer. I read it on this site and it's cheap and helpful  It also helps with UTIs and bladder infections. draxe.com/nutrition/baking-soda-uses/and more |
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Post by unclejoe on May 13, 2021 22:12:36 GMT -5
we use vinegar/water 50/50 for cleaning. It's organic and seems to do a great job loosening even dried poops if given time. If it is dry, use a metal scraper first, then spray/wipe. We haven't had any issues using cheap laundry detergent on bedding, using 1/2 dose on unsoiled bedding (no poos/pee). on the laminate floors, where necessary, we use pine cleaner after the vinegar to help reduce odors.
to brush teeth, CET poultry flavor toothpaste, from the vet, or online. Never seen it in shops.
We use pine pellet horse bedding for litter boxes, $6/40 lb from Tractor Supply, and puppy pads outside the cage, because they will go in the most convenient corner vs. litter boxes outside the cage. Right now we have 2 ferrets and pads in 7 corners, under the aquarium stand and under the sofa. Sure u want a ferret?
Cat toys are generally safe for ferrets, but rubber should be avoided. Watch for small parts that could be chewed off.
THOROUGHLY inspect your entire home for escape routes. Especially under sinks and counters where pipes penetrate floors. A female adult ferret can go through a 3/4 inch hole/gap, and males 1 1/2 inches. kits, forget about it. Watch them constantly!!
This is no joke. Ferrets are 10x more curious than kats, and confined indoors, they will find every nook, cranny, drawer, cabinet, shelf, hole, and any other space you have never thought of. Sure u want a ferret?
Free roam ferrets will ghost out a door with you. ALWAYS KNOW where your ferrets are when you leave the house. It's best to put them in the cage. Sure u want a ferret?
Nails need to be trimmed every 10-14 days. I lay them on their back between my legs and use a couple drops of salmon oil on the belly to distract them.
FIND A FERRET VET before you adopt. Emergencies happen. You should check for emergency vets as well. Some have exotic vets and some don't. We are fortunate to have one 5 miles away that does not charge extra because they are open 24 hrs.
Check into Care Credit. Most vets accept the card. some drs. and dentists do as well, and you have 6 months interest free to pay.
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Post by eclipso on Jun 2, 2021 9:34:31 GMT -5
Melatonin 1mg to reduce stress in ferrets and to help them calm down. It also works for Adrenal Disease
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