Room containment & the climbing ferret.

by Deb

Back when I was a new ferret owner, I wanted to have my little fuzzy play area in the main room of my apartment even though it had an open archway leading to other rooms. I figured that would be the best way to allow her some out of cage play without be having to alter a place that wasn't mine too much.

I got a child door guard from a thrift store & it fit securely in place. It worked for about 10 minutes before my little girl was scampering over the top! Thank goodness I had a bell on her collar. I wouldn't credit a ferret with an excess of grace, but they can definitely climb.

I did manage to get the door to work by covering the ferret side with wood paneling so she couldn't get a foothold. It's been very useful for me to allow some controlled safe play time with my fuzzy friend; just be sure it's securely in place.