Is a ferret a good pet for a child?
Many people have both children and ferrets without problems, but there is a large difference between having both children and ferrets and getting a ferret for your child. Ferrets require a lot of attention and care that most children are just not able to provide. We don’t recommend ferrets for households with children under the age of 8.
Many people have both children and ferrets without problems, but there’s a difference between having both children and pets, and getting a pet for your child. It’s important to remember that a ferret is a lot like a cat or dog, and will require the same kind of attention and care. It’s not at all like keeping a pet hamster or guinea pig. If your child is responsible, careful, and not too young, and you’re willing to supervise and help out with the care, a ferret will be a great pet. Otherwise, consider getting a low-maintenance pet you can keep in a cage instead.
