Q: I have a 1 year old beagle. And I’m planning to get a ferret. How do I make sure they get along?

A: Ferrets are happy-go-lucky creatures and can make wonderful pets. Ferrets are usually accepting of dogs and cats in the same household, however, ferrets tend to be fearless and careless of their own safety. Other household pets can have very mixed reactions when initially introduced to a ferret. It is not uncommon for cats and hunting dogs (like a Beagle) to view ferrets as “prey” and react accordingly. Two good articles for you to view are: “Things to consider before buying a ferret: Is a ferret the right pet for you?” and “How to introduce ferrets to other pets.”

Good Luck.
Dr. Donna Spector

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