Baby ferrets - Ferret facts

On this page, I'd like to let you know something about baby ferrets.

How many babies do ferrets usually have?

An average litter of ferrets is around 6 to 10 baby ferrets.

Can ferrets see when they are born?

Baby ferrets are born blind. Their eyes open when they are about six weeks old.

When can baby ferrets leave their mother?

Babies can leave their mothers after about 10 weeks.

Should I get a baby ferret or a grown up ferret?

Get a baby ferret. Then you know you have treated and handled him or her properly. People sometimes give away adult ferrets because they are problem animals. If you are considering becoming the owner of an adult ferret, be sure his or her temperament is all right.

Should I get male or female ferrets?

Ideally, you should start with two young hobs (male ferrets). Jills (females) must breed before they are about two years old otherwise they die.