Pets - Hot to litter train a ferret

By Hklbrries

Dear Heloise: I just got my first pet ferret! The pet-store employee told me that ferrets will use a litter box. How do I litter-train my ferret? —
Zach H in Maryland

Since I’ve had three of these lovable scamps, I’ve learned that ferrets are smart, which makes training easy! Since ferrets back into corners to “do their business,” provide a triangular litter pan with a high back and enough space to fit all four paws in. Fill the pan with UNSCENTED litter. Litter with a strong smell or a lot of dust particles can cause harm to a ferret’s lungs. Avoid any wood-chip, clay or corncob litters. Pellets, pearls and select clumping mixes are the best.

Ferrets will find their litter pan by scent. Place used pieces of litter in the box until they are familiar with using it. Before getting your ferret from the cage, always make sure it uses the litter box. It will learn to go before playing with you, lowering the chances of accidents outside the cage.

Be patient and loving, and soon you’ll have a well-trained ferret! — Heloise

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Adapted from m.staugustine.com

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