{"id":81049,"date":"2022-04-22T11:55:37","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T11:55:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T11:55:39","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T11:55:39","slug":"how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How much is a ferret at PetSmart?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_much_is_a_ferret_at_PetSmart\" title=\"How much is a ferret at PetSmart?\">How much is a ferret at PetSmart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Are_ferrets_sold_at_PetSmart\" title=\"Are ferrets sold at PetSmart?\">Are ferrets sold at PetSmart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_much_is_a_ferret\" title=\"How much is a ferret?\">How much is a ferret?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Is_ferret_poop_toxic\" title=\"Is ferret poop toxic?\">Is ferret poop toxic?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_much_is_a_pet_ferret_at_PetSmart\" title=\"How much is a pet ferret at PetSmart?\">How much is a pet ferret at PetSmart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_much_do_ferrets_cost_right_now\" title=\"How much do ferrets cost right now?\">How much do ferrets cost right now?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Can_you_get_ferrets_at_PetSmart\" title=\"Can you get ferrets at PetSmart?\">Can you get ferrets at PetSmart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_old_are_ferrets_at_Petco\" title=\"How old are ferrets at Petco?\">How old are ferrets at Petco?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Do_pet_ferrets_stink\" title=\"Do pet ferrets stink?\">Do pet ferrets stink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_can_I_get_a_ferret\" title=\"How can I get a ferret?\">How can I get a ferret?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Are_ferrets_expensive\" title=\"Are ferrets expensive?\">Are ferrets expensive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Are_ferrets_good_pets\" title=\"Are ferrets good pets?\">Are ferrets good pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_much_is_a_real_ferret\" title=\"How much is a real ferret?\">How much is a real ferret?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Do_ferrets_stink\" title=\"Do ferrets stink?\">Do ferrets stink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Can_ferrets_transmit_diseases_to_humans\" title=\"Can ferrets transmit diseases to humans?\">Can ferrets transmit diseases to humans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Are_ferrets_poisonous\" title=\"Are ferrets poisonous?\">Are ferrets poisonous?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Do_ferrets_carry_toxoplasmosis\" title=\"Do ferrets carry toxoplasmosis?\">Do ferrets carry toxoplasmosis?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Can_dogs_get_diseases_from_ferrets\" title=\"Can dogs get diseases from ferrets?\">Can dogs get diseases from ferrets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_much_do_ferrets_cost_at_PetSmart\" title=\"How much do ferrets cost at PetSmart?\">How much do ferrets cost at PetSmart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Does_PetSmart_have_ferret\" title=\"Does PetSmart have ferret?\">Does PetSmart have ferret?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_much_money_do_ferrets_cost\" title=\"How much money do ferrets cost?\">How much money do ferrets cost?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#How_old_are_pet_store_ferrets\" title=\"How old are pet store ferrets?\">How old are pet store ferrets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Do_ferrets_from_Petco_stink\" title=\"Do ferrets from Petco stink?\">Do ferrets from Petco stink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#Are_the_ferrets_at_Petco_neutered\" title=\"Are the ferrets at Petco neutered?\">Are the ferrets at Petco neutered?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-is-a-ferret-at-petsmart-2\/#What_age_do_ferrets_reach_full_size\" title=\"What age do ferrets reach full size?\">What age do ferrets reach full size?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_a_ferret_at_PetSmart\"><\/span>How much is a ferret at PetSmart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>$75 to $250<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ferrets_sold_at_PetSmart\"><\/span>Are ferrets sold at PetSmart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unfortunately, <b>PetSmart no longer sells ferrets at any of its in-store adoption centers as of 2022. Instead, it sells small animals such as hamsters and guinea pigs, along with essential supplies for ferret owners.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_a_ferret\"><\/span>How much is a ferret?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A ferret can cost <b>between $50 and $350 USD, depending on whether you buy it from a pet store, buy it from a breeder, or adopt it from a shelter. Like with any companion animal, the initial cost of a buying a ferret is minimal compared to how much it costs to take care of them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_ferret_poop_toxic\"><\/span>Is ferret poop toxic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Be aware that ferrets can shed Salmonella and other germs. <b>Avoid contact with animal poop and urine because it can make you sick. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after feeding or cleaning up behind ferrets. Be sure to help children wash their hands.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_a_pet_ferret_at_PetSmart\"><\/span>How much is a pet ferret at PetSmart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>$75 to $250<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_do_ferrets_cost_right_now\"><\/span>How much do ferrets cost right now?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Depending on the type, <b>a kit (a baby ferret) will cost around $100  500, and an adult will cost about $100  300. Pet stores usually sell them for cheaper to compete with breeders, but less expensive isn&#8217;t always better.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_get_ferrets_at_PetSmart\"><\/span>Can you get ferrets at PetSmart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unfortunately, <b>PetSmart no longer sells ferrets at any of its in-store adoption centers as of 2022. Instead, it sells small animals such as hamsters and guinea pigs, along with essential supplies for ferret owners.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_are_ferrets_at_Petco\"><\/span>How old are ferrets at Petco?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shipping Fees and Schedule.<b>State<\/b><b>Orders greater than $49<\/b>Orders under $49West &#8211; CA, AZ, CO, ID, NV, OR, UT, WAFREE$6<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_pet_ferrets_stink\"><\/span>Do pet ferrets stink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shipping Fees and Schedule.<b>State<\/b><b>Orders greater than $49<\/b>Orders under $49West &#8211; CA, AZ, CO, ID, NV, OR, UT, WAFREE$6<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_get_a_ferret\"><\/span>How can I get a ferret?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ferrets have a natural, normal smell but that doesn&#8217;t mean they should stink. Ferrets are popular pets, but many people note that they have a distinct odor to them. This musky smell is something that most ferret owners get used to and eventually don&#8217;t even notice, but sometimes the stink is worse than it should be.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ferrets_expensive\"><\/span>Are ferrets expensive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How to Find a Pet Ferret. If you decide that a ferret is right for you, you can <b>rescue a ferret from one of several shelters across the United States, purchase one from reputable pet stores, or adopt one from a private breeder<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ferrets_good_pets\"><\/span>Are ferrets good pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ferrets make excellent pets for people who have the time for them, and who bond well with animals. Ferrets are naturally quiet, friendly, inquisitive, intelligent, and companionable. At certain points in the day, they are also exceedingly active and capable of getting themselves into trouble unless they are supervised.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_a_real_ferret\"><\/span>How much is a real ferret?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While it&#8217;s the best option, buying a ferret through a breeder is usually the most expensive one. Depending on the type, <b>a kit (a baby ferret) will cost around $100  500, and an adult will cost about $100  300. Pet stores usually sell them for cheaper to compete with breeders, but less expensive isn&#8217;t always better.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ferrets_stink\"><\/span>Do ferrets stink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the U.S., ferrets sold at pet stores are descented by surgically removing the anal glands. In spite of that, said Fiorella, <b>ferrets have a naturally occurring musky smell due to other scent glands in their skin. An unneutered ferret will also have a stronger smell due to certain hormones, Fiorella added.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_ferrets_transmit_diseases_to_humans\"><\/span>Can ferrets transmit diseases to humans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ferrets can carry bacteria and parasites such as Campylobacter, Salmonella, Giardia and Cryptosporidia in their intestinal tract and spread them to people cleaning their cages and litter boxes. Ferrets can also be carriers of ringworm fungus, fleas and scabies mites that can infect their handlers.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ferrets_poisonous\"><\/span>Are ferrets poisonous?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The truth is that there are some dangers, but <b>it&#8217;s rare that a ferret is going to make you ill. While those with weakened immune systems become sick from handling a ferret, the average person is safe from illness.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ferrets_carry_toxoplasmosis\"><\/span>Do ferrets carry toxoplasmosis?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Black-footed ferrets appear to be highly susceptible to acute and chronic toxoplasmosis. Clinical signs were observed in 19 adults and six kits and included anorexia, lethargy, corneal edema, and ataxia.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_get_diseases_from_ferrets\"><\/span>Can dogs get diseases from ferrets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ear mites are the most common parasite found in ferrets.<\/b><b>The same organism is found in dogs and cats, and the disease can be passed between these species<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_do_ferrets_cost_at_PetSmart\"><\/span>How much do ferrets cost at PetSmart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>$75 to $250<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_PetSmart_have_ferret\"><\/span>Does PetSmart have ferret?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unfortunately, <b>PetSmart no longer sells ferrets at any of its in-store adoption centers as of 2022. Instead, it sells small animals such as hamsters and guinea pigs, along with essential supplies for ferret owners.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_money_do_ferrets_cost\"><\/span>How much money do ferrets cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although the cost of the purchase of a ferret and its scheduled care will vary depending on the area, you can usually plan on spending anywhere from <b>$75 to $250, with the average being around $100, for the ferret itself, depending on the pet store or breeder.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_are_pet_store_ferrets\"><\/span>How old are pet store ferrets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A ferret at Petco costs $150 USD. They are usually <b>6-12 weeks old<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_ferrets_from_Petco_stink\"><\/span>Do ferrets from Petco stink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The truth is <b>yes, ferrets are musky animals. Ferrets coming from the Mustelidae family, a group of mammals known for having anal scent glands. For ferrets these glands will activate when they are scared, startled, or perhaps even playing aggressively.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_the_ferrets_at_Petco_neutered\"><\/span>Are the ferrets at Petco neutered?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Petco ferrets are neutered and as social animals, they enjoy each other&#8217;s company. Their name comes from the Latin word furonem which means thief; no doubt due to their mischievous nature.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_age_do_ferrets_reach_full_size\"><\/span>What age do ferrets reach full size?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Around 4 months old<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How much is a ferret at PetSmart?Are ferrets sold at PetSmart?How much is a ferret?Is ferret poop toxic?How much is a pet ferret at PetSmart?How much do ferrets cost right now?Can you get ferrets at PetSmart?How old are ferrets at Petco?Do pet ferrets stink?How can I get a ferret?Are ferrets expensive?Are ferrets&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-81049","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/81049"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=81049"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/81049\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=81049"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=81049"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=81049"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}