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Ferrets - Safety

Dangerous Additives and Preservatives
Your ferret's food is composed of many extra ingredients, or additives, as well as the basic nutritional components needed to sustain him. Additives perform many functions ranging from preserving the freshness and nutritional value of the food to ...

Ferret-Proofing
Your new ferret needs a truly safeguarded home more than any other pet that you could own, except perhaps a monkey! Insatiably curious and utterly fearless, as well as agile and adept at getting into all the places he is not supposed to be, your ferret ...

Medication Hazards
Your small animal doesn't have to get into the bathroom to encounter medication hazards. If you are like many people, you may consider leaving your pet alone in another room while you clean his cage. However, pills and medications left lying on a counter ...

Disaster Planning
Proper preparation for a disaster will help ensure the safety of your family and pets.