>From:    Linda Miller <[log in to unmask]>
>
>I am planning a trip to go camping in the summer (early June to be
>precise) and I want to bring along the fuzzbutt(s).  But only if it's
>a good idea..  <snip>
 
I regularly take 40+ ferrets camping... it's mainly doing PR work with my
ferrets but it's camping all the same.  I use a 14' x 9' frame tent and
also use a gazebo as an annex and an extra shady area for the ferrets.  I
use knockdown play pens for the ferrets so they can have a run round in
safety.
 
If possible try to pitch your tent where you get shade from mid-day and
afternoon sun.  Have spray bottles of cold water handy - if it gets too
hot the ferrets love have a cool spray.  Take an electrolyte, such as
Cool Ferret, with you to add to their water.
 
--
Sheila
Bolton Ferret Welfare
Web Site: http://homepage.ntlworld.com/ferreter/bolton.htm
last update 5 Dec 2002
NFWS web site http://www.nfws.net        updated 1st Feb 2003
 
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[Posted in FML issue 4077]