Leash Training a Ferret

[@marshmallowtv227]

When I put the leash on my ferret he always runs to the door and waits 😂

[@mcyanfei8875]

same

[@kokichioma4854]

Natalia Swierdzewska mine slithers like a snake ha

[@Ccooks190]

Haha lol

[@moon.7144]

I can't even get a ferret why am I watching this.

[@nicole-ft7jw]

moon. Same :/ but I really want one .

[@NNKTwitch]

I can because its my birthday

[@Sparseyarty]

Same

[@EmoruZ]

She is so nice.

[@jasoncortes1169]

Same I really want one

[@krystleforsythe6827]

He is so fluffy!!! I watch all your videos and I love how fluffy he is!! Especially his tail!

[@TheTheforceisinme]

Krys Py it's a misconception they are not fluffy!😂 They have wire hair pretty pokey

[@Gravitythewolf]

Ferrets are fluffy,, îdk which ferret your petting but good food makes there fur so nice and soft and fluff

[@cowstra6637]

@@TheTheforceisinme They are fluffy! Mine are always fluffy! I love mine!

[@TheTrainedFerret]

You don't necessarily have to buy 2. It really depends on how much interaction you can give a ferret if you only have 1. I only have Joey, but I am able to give him a lot of social interaction that he doesn't get depressed/lonely. If I weren't able to commit so much time to him, it would be better to have 2 so they could interact together. If you buy 2, its important to budget enough for any vet needs either of them may have. Ferrets can get expensive!

[@cotyhunter2019]

joey is so lucky. i named my black foot buddy. i love your vids. you are awesome

[@gregoryalasday9274]

How do you walk a ferret and not have the ferret walk you?

[@sjakkoo]

Hahahahahaha same

[@stillbreathing9146]

Brilliant video, thank you, perfect. Back in the 80's my son had two ferrets, both fabulous !! 2022 my Granddaughter (7 years old) has two gorgeous ferrets (Marco and Polo), 10 weeks old, she adores them and so do I, such characters.

[@Boopboopmoop]

I’m getting a ferret for the first time once the cage arrives in a couple of days so I’ve been doing SO much research and let me say, these videos have been the most helpful. Thank you so much for making these!

[@freckles1018]

i have been really wanting a ferret! this info is really helping me learn more about them so thank you!!!!

[@xenowilliams8967]

My Taz loves going to the park. He's still pretty young (9 months old) so he doesn't stick to paths much, but he's learning.

[@livvidd]

Wow! Thank you for making these videos. I want to learn as much as possible before I get one, hopefully a rescue :)

[@TheTrainedFerret]

livvidd you're welcome!

[@livvidd]

:)

[@TheTrainedFerret]

I do get a lot of strange looks when I take him out! I have to be mindful of other dogs/animals, etc when I take him out. Most people are excited to see him. I've met a few who are really afraid which makes me roll my eyes. ha ha He is SOOOO scary and all :O)

[@ariannajackson1297]

Those people that thumbs down probably go to every animal video and thumbs down

[@tomsdottir]

Apart from bullfighting. They probably thumb up those ones.

[@paulmcgee9739]

Hello fellow moonwalker

[@SelenaKitsune]

It's because they don't want more of these videos in their recommended, not because they hate the content

[@TheTrainedFerret]

Joey is on Revolution. I got it from my vet's office because my vet has to calculate how many mls to give Joey each month. Its important to use some sort of heartworm/flea prevention such as this because mosquito bites are what can lead to heartworms. This is true for all pets! Keep in mind this does not repel mosquitoes, but it will prevent heartworms. Please consult your vet for other options.

[@MangoDaSkunk]

Hes so pretty, what a big boy! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheTrainedFerret]

Yay! That is so exciting you got a new ferret!

[@csgmike]

Joey is absolutely adorable.My last crew acted like they couldn't walk with the harness. One would just flop to the ground and the other walk crooked. It was quite hysterical. The harness definitely wasn't too tight as Petey would squirm his way out, he just hated the thing.

[@TheTrainedFerret]

Thank you! I appreciate it!

[@thepassingoftime]

Awesome video. Thank you. I just can't get over the thought being in the woods randomly and running into somebody who was walking a ferret.

[@TheTrainedFerret]

Hmmm...you could try spraying Bitter Apple on the cables so when she tries to bite the cables next time she'll realize they taste nasty. After a few times of biting and getting that taste she should start biting at them less. Is your ferret young? Joey only did this when he was very young but grew out of it. They are sot of like puppies...they chew on stuff more when they're younger.

[@KitsuneChloe]

If you have more than one ferret do you recommend walking them separately or can they walk together outside on leashes? One of my ferrets is too small for her petco harness, I have it tightened all the way and she still can manage to slip it off. Do you have any leash recommendations for small ferrets?

[@TheTrainedFerret]

You can see if they have any rat leads. I know that sometimes they sell those and they might fit your baby better. I think its ok if you walk them both, just realize they will probably both go their separate ways and it might get a little chaotic :O)

[@KitsuneChloe]

This sounds great! I would like to walk them together. I just can't have them slipping out! Thank you for the info

[@cowstra6637]

Try a figure 8 harness!

[@doublea72]

Joey is adorable!

[@laurenjones7148]

Thank you so much! This means a lot, and is very helpful. ^^ I have two calico cats, and I plan on getting two ferrets, so I was wondering, as it is a question I myself wanted to know, as did my mom.

[@TheTrainedFerret]

There are different size harnesses so it will just depend on your ferret.I'm not sure where you live, but I got mine at a Petsmart. I think Petco's also carry them. If there aren't any in the ferret section they may be in the rabbit or small animal section bec they make them for those pets too. Those may fit your ferret. As for holding Joey, it takes a lot of practice&patience. It also helps if you do it once they've played. Joey still gets squirmy some and i'll put ferretone on my finger.

[@ashleyfuller6136]

I got her a small ferret size and it was way to big and she slips right out of it like nothing so idk if I need to get her a hamster or a rat harness

[@ashleyfuller6136]

And I wish my ferrets liked to be held like that they r 2 year's old but I got them from someone so idk if they never held them, or played with them like we do

[@ashleyfuller6136]

And my ferrets so far every treat I have tried they don't like and they have like 12 ferret toys and they always want to go after what they can't have lol exp my husbands rc tires lol

[@ArtMadeUnderground]

I don't know about where you are but we have hawks eagles and owls where I live. Besides dogs, these are prey animals as well as hunters so gotta weigh the risks.

[@TheTrainedFerret]

This is a very good point. Where I live I don't have to worry about wildlife/hunters as much but it is important to always pay attention to your surroundings. I go to a very small park where people don't usually bring their dogs. If there were dogs I would pick up Joey as they walk past. Safety is always of upmost importance so I'm glad you posted this.

[@gogglesboggles7418]

I love your ferret, I have a question on one of your videos can you tell me how to brush its teeth and if you made a video all ready can you tell me the name

[@TheTrainedFerret]

As long as the temp was less than 80 degrees, then the hyperventilating wouldn't be caused by the heat so my only other guess would be stress or that the harness is still too tight. Its hard for me to say without seeing them. Try not to leave them when the harnesses are on in case they get them caught on something. Shivering means excitement or something they do when just waking up in my experience with ferrets. Joey will also poof his tail out like a pipe cleaner when excited or frightened.

[@beckiferret]

Joey is so adorable

[@krkanghj]

U r such a good ferret trainer!!! U should make more of these vids i love ur vids so much i even subbed to u i watched a whole lot of ur vids and my brother even loves ur channel soo much plz make more of these vids! 👑I feel as if Joey was king of all ferrets

[@freedomsquad7319]

Thank you so much! I'm a new ferret owner to two lil babies. I'm actually their third owner. Their names are Apollo (boy) and Athena (Girl). They are about 8 months old and I'm hopping to get them use to a harness soon so they can walk around my house and not be trapped in a room. My parents (Adoptive dad) is kind of messy with tools and stuff, so I don't want to take them out there yet.

[@lostcause3268]

we found ferrets in our drive way and we kept them and love them soo much and they inspired us to do some research and we found you and i think you are the best ferret trainer so far your videos have helped me and my brother a lot so thank you very much.

[@maylynr9]

THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO...FOR THE 1ST TIME RIKI USES HIS LEASH

[@TheTrainedFerret]

awesome!

[@joely_mullins5710]

Joey is such a SAVAGE!!! Great videos I’m getting a new ferret Saturday and your videos have helped me so much

[@starbun4375]

Why am I watching this I can’t even pick my ferret up without it biting me........

[@TheTrainedFerret]

You're welcome for the videos, and your English is just fine :) For learning click = treat that only took a couple days to learn, though in the beginning (for a week or 2) i would do the click and give a treat for the first couple minutes of each lesson to remind him. I think it took him about 2 weeks to learn to roll over, but another 2 to be consistent when I would ask him to do it. I hope this helps!

[@montzma45]

That is very nice of u to teach us all kinds stuff , about ferrets thanks a million you videos are very well done XOXOXOX

[@jaygp777]

petco. usually have quality ferrets.. just check em out first, make sure they are quite young. 4-8 months or so.. older ferrets in captivity tend to be a tad mean at first..then take them to a vet and check them out fully. You can look it up online on the american ferret site.

[@hypernova20]

I wish I could have taken my ferrets on walks BUT Every park or lake in my town, there are people who take there dogs, A LOT of dogs..Some people here don't even put there dogs on leashes and let them roam free .So I never took them, I did take them out in my yard every now and then. Perhaps next time I get a weasel I will get a leash and take him on some out door adventures where he/she is safe...I miss my weasels

[@RomeoIII]

Don't bring your ferret outside past 80deg!? So that's like... winter time only? Since I live in Texas.

[@TheTrainedFerret]

RomeoIII If you do, make sure its not very long. When its hotter I like to walk Joey off of sidewalks and onto grass because that is probably feels better to their paws. They can overheat easily especially if they aren't used to it.

[@veronicadiaz7951]

RomeoIII florida miami same

[@Joker-qn1cr]

Ikr the struggle is real

[@jayh3427]

It’s December in Florida and we still hit 80 some days 😂

[@reaper0414]

😥 I live in maine

[@TheTrainedFerret]

They might be able to get along but they must be supervised at all times. Depending on the dog's personality, it might be dangerous for the ferret. Also, ferrets do typically stay in a cage while the owner is away. Joey stays in his cage while I am at work or asleep. Otherwise, he is free to roam in the ferret proofed areas of my house.

[@33Gerixx]

Yes, thanks! That encourages me haha :) keep on doing videos they are really usefull! And thanks again for your atention :)

[@kawaiiferret5056]

Lol, I don't even have a ferret yet and I already bought it's leash and harness! But this proved that I'm really getting my own ferrets

[@sexyrad1990]

Hello I just got my first four month old ferret and was wondering do you have any videos giving tips on litterbox training

[@pfefferminzboi]

joey is so cute! i will get my two babyboys soon :D so excited:)

[@TheTrainedFerret]

There is no 100% guarantee. I would practice a lot in the house until you are comfortable with it and can see if they are able to get out of it. Once the ferret become more used to the leash/harness the less they will fight it. If you aren't sure or are not comfortable then just don t do it. I take Joey to pet stores about an hour before they close because they are much less crowded. That might be a better option so if they do get off leash they are still inside.

[@bevshaw495]

Ferrets are SOOOOOOOOO CUTE 🥰

[@Hspaard]

I really love your information video's.! Thanks for taking the effort to teach us how to do thing like you do with Joey. I just got my first ferret Luka. I'm his fourth owner and he bites! He is 7 months old and I don't know what he has been trough in his short life, but I really hope I get the same bond with him as you have with Joey! If you have morge advice on how te not let him bite, or getting me to trust Luka more pleas reply.

[@gigirocks2569]

when your ferret bites show him that you are hurt and then he will learn that he hurts you when he bites, and show him a lot of attention and love, never hold him up on the air put him close to your chest so he knows he is secure and won't fall because you have and and he'll know to trust you more and always keep his cage open at all time but when he is bad put him in the cage for no longer than 2 minutes and bring him out and hug him so he know that he is out of punishment and let him explore the whole house, I hope this helps even though I'm late

[@jazzhands9978]

right now i am trying to convince my parents to let me adopt 2 ferrets. i was doing research but these vids are so interesting i cant stop watching them!!

[@halleb1749]

spiceygirl59 Ikr me to lol I can't find anything I haven't watched lol.

[@TheTrainedFerret]

Yeah you do have to be careful when dogs are around and sadly you're right - a lot of people will still take their dogs out off leash. Luckily, there is a tiny park near me that is too small for dogs so I take Joey there. They have a sandbox and a coupld sort nature trails that are perfect for him :O)

[@soldierfrontmeloen]

He's adorable

[@TheTrainedFerret]

I have heard that cats and ferrets can get along. I do not have any personal experience with this, but have heard that for the most part cats become pretty indifferent to ferrets after a while. Of course, all cats and ferrets have different personalities so its hard to say. Since ferrets are predators (eat meat and used to be used to hunt rabbits), its important to not integrate them with pets such as birds, rabbits, or rodents.

[@michaelellringer5600]

I start walking my ferrets at 9 weeks old, and I walk them 6-8 blocks every night, even in crowded downtown areas at night.

[@James-re4pb]

Lovely video. Great job

[@33Gerixx]

Hi! First of all, thank you for every video you upload. (and scuse my english (I'm from Spain)) I would like to know how much time did it take to Joey to learn, for example, the roll over trick, or to asociate the click with the treat, etc... just to have an aproximated idea of what I'm going to face :D again thanks for your work! ^^

[@ShaneOnYou180709]

Hi courtney! I loove your Chanel!I just got my first ferret and I am learning so much with you! however I was wondering, I d like to let t her go freely in my house but she seems to like eating cables..so i made her a park but i fel so gulty.. do you have a trick for them not to be qttracted by cables?that way i could let her enjoy a bigger area??thank you. Chris

[@wendywillis4619]

that ferret looks soooooooo cute =)

[@daninose1179]

Great i really like your videos. I have a Ferrer is well and i training hum but he is very active but very good Pet.

[@bigpythons1983]

I just bought a ten week old albino ferret he is so great he nibbles a bit to much but I am hoping he will stop soon :)

[@nehir915]

I think I am the only one watching this at quarantine 😂👌🏻

[@jordann0fficial123]

Nope😂

[@goofylookingtjej241]

Nope

[@yashia96]

I wish my ferret was as kind as yours.

[@kellyrenae6850]

I just got my every first ferrets named charlie and tiny. Charlie is 6 months old and tiny is 3 years old and I love them

[@soccersenpai730]

Thank you ☺️

[@cocienom3358]

Thank you!

[@JoJoTheOtter]

I love Joey My Kaze is too small for her harness at the moment but I’ll still take her outside with me when I walk my dog. I’ll just keep her in my pocket or on my shoulder. Someday soon. Loving your videos so far. ❤️

[@xXJaneRoseXx]

I'm getting a ferret soon. His fur pattern is panda and his name is Levi (yep, I named him after Levi Ackerman from Attack on Titan) They, aka the place where I got him from, are keeping him until Christmas. And then I'll take him home. Anyways, I've been binge watching/ reading stuff on ferrets, and this video is one of the videos that has helped me the most. :)

[@TheTrainedFerret]

I constantly look around for animals that could be a threat to Joey when I do walk him. Because I am usually not alone when I'm out with him and Joey is a such short distance away from me, I don't think I have to worry too much. I do keep a lose eye out though because you never know!

[@belladimarco6934]

hello! my ferret just got his vaccines (rabies, and canine distemper). is there a waiting period between getting his vaccines and taking him out? if so, what is it. have a great day!

[@rogerstroup7240]

Hi, my name is Roger and I need some advice, I have a female ferret who is 4.5 years old and just had surgery for low blood sugar levels, question is how can I get her to eat after the surgery and I'm worried , do have any help. Tnks RIGER

[@tHekEyoFsOcIeTy]

My little girl is TINY, and I mean small. I bought her an extra small one from petsmart, it was in the rat/hamster/guinea pig section and it fits her perfect :) Its the same one Courtney shows second, just smaller.

[@abornleader2474]

I measure and crochet all my ferret harnesses and leashes 🤗🤭 Edit: I made my Tesla some little pink and blue butterfly wings she loves them!

[@RandolphAgarn1]

We had two and one hated the leash, one didnt care. he'd go for anything

[@jenniferbrown7539]

Thank you for this. Im doing a Cross Country move in a month or so and Im starting to get them use to the harnes so they can stretch.

[@Hoevek]

Hey I was just wondering where you bought that purple harness at? I've been looking for one like that and I haven't been able to find one

[@TheTrainedFerret]

I got it at petsmart I believe.

[@RamenMeowArt]

could u get a dog tag to put their names on it and stuff? (for their harnesses?)

[@ilovemusicr3697]

Where can I buy a harness? Joey looked so cute walking?

[@TheTrainedFerret]

I got his harness at petsmart I think.

[@plateada113]

Hi everyone. I posted an updated on my baby girl Molly last week on her health condition. As I mentioned you before, my baby girl had a tummy tumor removed surgery almost 3 months ago, due to the surgery she had she had other health conditions like problems with her liver but thanks to her medications she gets well. Unfortunately last week my husband and I took her to the vet again for her follow up appoitment to see if her liver was completely heal but if wasn't the case. After our doctor was doing some blood work on my baby girl, she was diagnostic with Insulinomia due to another tumor but this time in her Pancreas. She started another medical treatments for her pancreas last week but our doctor told us that if my baby girl's medication started not working, her vet will need to do another surgery that will cost between $1,500 to $2,000. Unfortunately my husband and I doesn't have more money for another surgery for her due her previous surgery and other medical expensives she had almost 3 months ago. We have to many credit cards debts due to that situation we asking your help to continue saving my baby girl's life by donating $1, 5, 10 or whatever you'll like to donated. My baby girl, my husband and I will really appreciated your help. For us any little amount counts to save her life. Thanks and God bless you all. Here is Molly's vet infor. And Molly's account No: Anneliese Strunk, DVM, Diplomate, American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, Certified in Avian Practice Practice Limited to Avian and Exotic Medicine and Surgery Medical Director Center for Bird and Exotic Animal Medicine Bothell, WA Phone No: 425-486-9000 Molly's Account No:14824 This is Molly's gofundme page link: funds.gofundme.com/mobile/dashboard?url=please-help-my-pet-molly

[@sarajoy5140]

Can a ferret and rabbit get along or do the need separate cages. Or can I use a critter nation cage and take away the stairs

[@willarooo]

I assume you know this already as this was posted 4 years ago, but separate cages! Ferrets are predators and can take down a rabbit easily.

[@PumpkinBreadGirl]

He is so cute.

[@sharkgirl23951aj]

Where did you get your ferret from and where Do you recommend to buy ferret supplies and the achual ferret?

[@Vivi-wp1xj]

Hello kourtney, I’m getting a ferret soon but when I go for a walk with him should I take a litter box with me? Because I’m scared that if he poops wherever he wants outside, he’s going to do the same.

[@Nikanoru]

That ferretone hypnosis works every time.

[@destineybouldin1229]

I just adopted a male ferret should I take hem to the vet for a check up or just let hem settle in and take in a few months or so

[@TheTrainedFerret]

That is up to you. I took Joey to the vet for a check up right after I got him just to be sure.

[@destineybouldin1229]

ok thank you

[@calliejet4499]

Joey TheTrainedFerret What type of hear worm preventative is used for ferrets? And what type of flea and tick? Thank You! My dog got heartworms and I want to make sure that doesn't happen to my ferret

[@TheTrainedFerret]

I use revolution. Please ask you vet for the proper dosage for them.

[@Twisted_lunatic]

I have a rat but I'm harness training him soon. I have a question about you ferret. When you first started did her try to run from you?

[@TheTrainedFerret]

No, he didnt really run. He would just roll around trying to figure out the harness. If he did run, it wasn't for very long.

[@lainsnumber1fan]

My ferrets are still getting used to it but I feel really bad for them cuz they will start rubbing on the ground to get it off. I want them to get outside more though and I know that it isn’t hurting them. It just kind of scares me. Thanks for telling me that it is normal.

[@ieksoreacts]

What size harness do ferrets wear ? Also can you make a video of how you get your ferret to stay in your arms and near you so long ? My ferret is too distracted with all his surroundings :( he doesn't let me hold him but I have only had him a month and a half. Do you have any suggestions:) thank you!!

[@TheTrainedFerret]

I would not put a ferret and a rabbit together. A ferret is a predator and a rabbit is a prey animal so there is potential that the ferret might hurt the rabbit. In some countries ferrets are actually used to hunt rabbits! I personally would not even own the two in the same house just to be safe.

[@laurenjones7148]

Thank you, I have been watching all of these that you have made. I am asking my mom and making sheets to show her the info that I can take care of two. But my question is, is that, is it alright and possible to intergrate them with 2, 2 year old cats?

[@boigeorge1149]

now, I don't imagine ferrets are very good with colder climates, are they? Do you have any preferences for winter exercise?

[@TheTrainedFerret]

Basil MacVae In the winter I can still take him to pet friendly pet shops that don't have ferrets to walk on his leash. I say that because I am hesitant to bring him around other ferrets that I do not know the health history of. I also chase him around my house which gets him fired up and plenty of exercise too.

[@SelinaGee12]

Thank you , yeah Im training him & he is getting it lil by lil 😃 I wanna to know what website did you go to buy Joey his cage stuff ? It's. My first time having a ferret & I don't know what they like in there cage or toys

[@TheTrainedFerret]

I had a friend of a friend make my cage stuff. When picking out things for the cage just keep safety in mind first. I dont get anything with a lot of fuzz that they could possibly pull apart and ingest. No toys with the hard plastic eyes and noses for the same reason. Joey likes stuffed animals and cat toy wands to chase.

[@marioperrotti9071]

This is help full because I want a ferret and this is great information

[@tommyfranke7494]

I tried it yesterday and my ferret went berserk through the entire Flat with the harness XDD. Seemed to be fine tho. I took the harness off and she was completely normal and calm again. Never saw her run as fast xd

[@jennysmith2081]

Do you have listed what you used as a treat and the apple spray for biting leash?

[@itatihernandez9187]

He’s so cute he kinda looks like an otter! 😂♥️😍

[@hayleebaber7511]

Hi! What is the name of the leash you got? Or where may you have gotten it from? I’m trying to find one but I can only find small dog ones and i’m worried it might be too heavy or big for my ferrets

[@ashleyfuller6136]

My ferrets don't really like to be held and it's hard to put one on and I can't find one that fits them right they get right out of it

[@daniellecotton1840]

Hi, I am thinking about rehoming a ferret for a friend that bit off more than they can chew. I have had one before, but it was a short-lived experience. So now I am trying to do more research before I decide to rehome or not. How could I keep fleas and ticks from attaching to my ferret if I wanted to go on walks in the future? Before, when I tried, the ferret was okay with me putting on the harness and going out. But as soon as he hit the bushes, I noticed it looked like black dots on him. He was an albino ferret, so I immediately thought, " these are fleas." So, I went out and purchased flea stuff, would give him a bath, comb them out, and then put on a preventative spray before we would go out. But every time we would go out (stopped after three times) he would get the fleas again. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

[@TheTrainedFerret]

I use revolution. My vet prescribes it and let’s me know how much to use based on Simon’s weight.

[@daniellecotton1840]

@@TheTrainedFerret Thank you

[@morganjenkins3882]

See how they might catch fleas or ticks when they are outside, can you get anything for ferrets? and also worms, I'm getting a 8 week old ferret later on today and was just wondering if they needs to be wormed, tick and flea and injections?

[@beanmeow2051]

Thanks you are really help full 😄

[@TheTrainedFerret]

+Bean Meow you're welcome!

[@babyhorsesumner4044]

Hi, what is ferritone? That you had on your hand as a treat

[@tymcfarland1089]

Where can I get a ferret? And how much will it cost because I'm going to buy one and I need to know thanks. :)