Ferrets love to play with humans and each other. To accommodate their playful nature, give them a cage that is at least 2 feet long and wide and about 4 feet tall. They make excellent apartment dwellers because they sleep most of the day while the owner is away for the day. They are quiet creatures but also like to hide and get into mischief. You will need to make sure your home is ferret-proofed to prevent escapes or unsafe hiding spots (like in the oven).

Species OverviewLENGTH: 13 to 16 inches long

WEIGHT: Up to 3 1/2 pounds

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Common variations include white, sable, cinnamon, and chocolate colored slinky bodies with white foreheads, muzzles, and throats;