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The test is to see if I make it to the mailing list...
[You did - I digestify messages before sending them out]
I am planning to purchase a pair of ferrets in the very near future.
I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on whether both should
be males or both females or whatever. I assume that makes little
difference. Also, at what ages should I purchase them and also at
what ages should they be descented and neutered?
[It does make a considerable difference:
- If you're a first-time owner, I suggest females. They're smaller,
less rambunctious, and usually smell less. Unneutered males will
often fight when they become a little more mature. Males are
much (eg: 100%) larger.
- If you get females, you MUST spay them. (See previous issue
for reason)
- From what I've heard and read, breeding ferrets is not for the
beginner.
- I'd suggest that you look around and see if you can find an
adult ferret that doesn't have a home first. In this way you'll
be able to ask about the ferret's temperment. Breeders and
petstores (in places where they're legal) usually start offering
kits for sale at about 6 weeks. ]
Thanks for any information!
[Posted in FML 0113]
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