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Post by katt on Jan 7, 2012 1:59:16 GMT -5
If it's between the feisty ferret and ferret nation the FN wins by a MAJOR long shot without even taking a fraction of a second to think about it. More space, easier to clean, safer, "Standard" size for buying bedding, half-level shelves instead of those smaller ones in the FF cage, safer ramps, easy to divide the 2 levels, can be easily expanded with the 143 addition to make a 3 level cage or another 142 to make a double wide, easy to roll around and vacuum under, double locking doors instead of a weird latch thing....
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Post by aletha on Jan 21, 2012 22:03:16 GMT -5
I will admit I actually am not the biggest fan of the Ferret nation...please don't yell at me!! LOL I have been using the Super Pet double decker and love it. I have just recently been introduced to the ferret nation and find it only works for 2 ferrets when i tried to add more I just got poo and pee everywhere, no matter how many litter boxes there were and if they were clean or not. Just saying. I am using the ferret nation right now....because everyone brags about them and I only have 2 kids right now and we have to separate their sleeping times, which is so easy with the FN with the locking ladder. It is nice having the large doors, but this also prevents using them to hang hammocks. Right now I would still vote Superpet as a better cage...but I guess we will see in a few months time if I still feel the same way!! LOL as for the cage you were looking at Jade the wire middle would need to be covered but looks like it would work fine. I find they usually just sleep in the cages anyways and don't play much but thats cuz mine usually get 4 to 5 hours of out time a day. Good luck and have fun. Ferrets are the greatest pet ever....but not for everyone!!
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Post by Sherry on Jan 21, 2012 22:34:10 GMT -5
I've got no problem with hanging hammocks That's what the bottom of the shelves are for. And going from shelf to cage side, as well as from the top of the cage, and the top bars between the levels. I can do 4 hammocks per level, as well as sleepy sacks and cuddle cups. The pooping may have been protest poops over having to share their cage. I've had 4 in a two level with no problem. As for the superpet, the reason I don't like it is how easily the clips break that hold it together causing the two levels to start sliding one over the other, having to lift the whole thing off the base to change litter boxes, as well as the fact mine escaped from them with no problem whatsoever. I actually had to use large butterfly metal paper clips to prevent it. Can you tell I wasn't happy with it ;D
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2012 22:42:47 GMT -5
My mom has a FN and I have a Marshall Ferret Penthouse so I've had experience with both cages. Honestly the FN is awesome for cleaning. I mean the entire front of the cage opens! It's also well laid out and sturdy. You can also turn it into two separate cages really easy. Just lift and latch the ramp leading to the bottom. However, I prefer my cage more for the sole reason that it has an enclosed bottom. I can have all my litter boxes on the bottom level and keep any mess contained whereas with the FN it flies everywhere. Also you pretty much need ramp covers with the FN. I would recomend the cage I have. You can rearrange the levels to refresh the layout of their home which is a nice touch. My cage
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Post by aletha on Jan 21, 2012 23:20:18 GMT -5
I actually created the whole bottom of my Superpet one as a litter box....which was awesome when we had 5 never a poo issue. And for the sturdiness of it, I actually wrapped all the seams with fishing line, thick and can do whatever I want with it and had no problems with it, to the point that I could fold it as one flat piece, then pick it up and put it back on the base. As for hanging hammocks, it may just get some getting use to where the clips can go and can't. I was so use to the other one and could clip them everywhere. As for the protest Wicket still tries to move the litter box around to poo behind it. My husband just added hole to it so we can tie it in place....I hope that fixes the problem! I have never seen the penthouse...looks nice too. Oh and a bonus I found with the Superpet was when we lived with another couple we actually had 2 of them attached with tubing...once you had it all secure it was awesome!!
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Post by aletha on Jan 21, 2012 23:29:32 GMT -5
oh and I did this when I had 1 senior (Sneak) and 1 younger (Wicket) It was separated in the middle of the superpet and the bottom went to the other cage and made it easy for her to have a big cage and the tope went down to the other cage and made his cage big and gave him good exercise! I cut hole in the smaller cages to accommodate the tube clips. Worked awesome! By alethadobie at 2012-01-21
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Post by lumene on Jan 21, 2012 23:29:42 GMT -5
I don't really have an opinion... I'm getting a cage designed and made by a zoologist... Soooo yeah....
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Post by Sherry on Jan 22, 2012 1:45:51 GMT -5
I had the large one you have in the middle.
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Post by slinkytiger on Jan 22, 2012 2:04:05 GMT -5
Would this be a good day outdoor cage for 3 ferrets? It would be slightly different: Keep the top 2 doors on the left hand side & keep the right hand door down below. The dimensions would be: Height: 120cm (60cm each level) Length: 150cm Depth: 100cm Sleeping area: 40cm Features: - Three doors for access - two for the upper storey and one for the lower storey - Ramp with grip for access between storeys - No lip at front so sweeping out is easy - Wire on base of cage -Lockable latches (that can have a padlock attached) I would really appreciate your feedback on this!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2012 13:54:33 GMT -5
I don't know where you're located, but I would say, it depends on the weather in your area. Ferrets do really well with cold, but not so much with hot.
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Post by slinkytiger on Jan 23, 2012 20:27:08 GMT -5
We live in a 'temperate climate'. Maximum temperature in summer is about 23degrees C & low in winter is about 9 degrees C. The outdoor cage we are considering would be in among orchard trees so would also get that shelter as well. I could also put a piece of board on the top for added shade. Is the size OK for 3 ferrets? Still not sure if the hutch is the best way to go - or whether an avairy arrangement is better?
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Post by Sherry on Jan 23, 2012 20:28:51 GMT -5
It certainly looks big enough! Will they have an outdoor play area they'll have access to as well?
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Post by slinkytiger on Jan 23, 2012 20:39:07 GMT -5
I wish! I would love to have an enclosure like 'Maria?' from another thread! One day maybe The idea we have is that they would sleep in their indoor cage at night in their room (lol daughters room). Wake up at 6 am for playtime running around in the room for 1.5 - 2 hours then into the outdoor cage for sleeping / daytime activity while we at work / school. After school / work they come inside for playtime in the bedroom (2hours +) & back into the indoor cage for sleeping.They can play for as long as they like - when they have had enough they climb up into the cage & put themselves to bed - lol.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 23, 2012 20:46:32 GMT -5
Ahh you are thinking of Marie Seems like a great set-up to me!
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Post by slinkytiger on Jan 23, 2012 20:56:33 GMT -5
Yes - Marie: Wow - I would love to be able to provide such a natural habitat for them to enjoy! Thanks for your opinion about the cage. Here are a few photos on their indoor cage Boo in the pirate ship Pika down below Play bedroom -
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