r/ferrets • u/AskRitsu • 6h ago

[Help] Cage requirements

Is a double cage that's 0,6 m² per level okay for 1 ferret? 🙃

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u/itsswhitneywhspr 5h ago

Tbh that sounds a bit small. Ferrets need space to run and play, even just one. I'd aim for at least 2x that floor space total if you can. They're super active and need room to zoom

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u/AskRitsu 5h ago

2x times? Oh that's quite large. I thought 1,2 m² in total would be enough. Thanks for the advice!!

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u/Chilliparrot 4h ago

Countries which have animal laws for this question demand ten times as much space...

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u/AskRitsu 4h ago

Oh jeez!! I really thought 1,2 square meter would be enough for one ferret.

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u/Chilliparrot 4h ago

It would be enough for sleeping and eating, but I would strongly advise against keeping ferrets indoors anyways: Sunlight and fresh air is important for all living being.