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Hey there all,
My wife and I have three beautiful two year old ferret boys. All has been
well in our household, however, my wife and I decided to add a dog to our
home. We have an incredibly adorable one and a half pound Chihuahua puppy
that is very cuddly and happy. What makes me happiest is that the dog
seems to really love her big brothers: every time they come over she gets
excited and runs up to them and wants to play.
As always, there is a flip side. The ferret boys are very apprehensive. I
have read many times that big changes in their lives can through them off
for a while and this is obviously one of the biggest changes. The ferrets
act the same when they are in different rooms and are still themselves
but when I bring one of them over to the puppy, they tend to freeze up:
almost like a possum. They just lay there completely still and practically
nonresponsive. On their own, they will go up to her for a few seconds and
sniff her bedding and whatnot so I am hoping it will only take time.
My questions: what is the best way to acquaint all parties? If the ferrets
freeze up with the puppy, is it not good to introduce them that way? I
certainly don't like the idea that the boys may be terrorized sitting
there. Is it better to let them figure each other out on their own terms?
In any event, I am looking for some advice; anything you guys can offer
would be greatly appreciated.
Please email me at [log in to unmask]
Sincerely,
Jack & Melissa
Boyz: Felix, Lloyd, and Scout
Puppy: Cocoa
PEACE
Jack
[Posted in FML issue 3128]
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