All The Info I need to get mY mOM TO LET mE GET a fERRET.?

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All The Info I need to get mY mOM TO LET mE GET a fERRET.?

Answer 1

basically be good and do lots of chores. try to explain that it would be fun and adorable. and the most important of them all is to tell her you will take complete care of it. it worked for me and i got a hamster.  :]

Answer 2

threewin said it all - great answer

Answer 3

I WAS in the same situation as you. Now Im getting a new hamster

in september! Anyways, is your mom worried about the money? If so, save up money-about $100 and that will cover everything at first. If she is worried that you won't clean the cage and is responsible, show her. Research about the animal on google, and tell your mom the facts you found out about feeding and other things but don't ask right away for the ferret. If you are really modivated, write and essay about the pet and give it to your mother. Leave articles and pictures around about ferrets. In the end, ask your mom if you could have a ferret?

(Dont whine or shout. Also, get good grades in school, listen to your mom, and do extra chores soon enough you will most likey get your ferret)

http://www.ferretcare.org/

Ferret names;

Rosie

Gizmo

Gary (boy)

ferret name website; http://exoticpets.about.com/cs/namelists...

good luck finding your best answer!:)

Answer 4

I know how complicated it is convincing your parents to let you get a ferret, so here's what I did:

-Make a PowerPoint, essay, or some other presentation displaying knowledge about ferrets. What do they eat? What health problems are they prone to? What colorings and patterns do they come in? Also, be sure to make the presentation pleasant to look at. Add color, clip art and animations to make it look interesting to read.

-Take care of existing pets, if you have them. Walk them, feed them, and care for them so your parents will know you can handle the responsibility of a ferret.

-Do all your chores, and more. Do things that you weren't asked to do but you know could help around the house.

-Don't bug your parents. Bring up the subject of ferrets occasionally and with time consideration (don't ask your mom while she's busy or trying to work) so you can discuss ferrets in a reasonable amount of time.

-Be persistent. Don't give up. Always look for new reasons or oppurtuinities to own a ferret. And if all fails, volunteering at a ferret shelter might be a good idea.

For more research:

-"Ferrets for Dummies" by Kim Schilling is an excellent book to learn about ferrets. You can buy it or check it out from your local library.

-http://www.hugawoozel.com/ is a great website. It has a photo gallery, message board, contests, lots of ferret info, and a bunch of other cool stuff.

Good luck with the convincing!

Answer 5

I'm going to give you all the information I give everyone else - I own 3 ferrets (have had 5 at one time) and its not an easy job - are you willing to devote enough time to letting one out of the cage daily? are you willing to take it to the vet and pay for the problems they develop when they get older (ADV, Aleutians, Insulinoma, which can add up in the thousands in care)? are you willing to clean up lots of smelly poo? yes, most are litter box trained, but they MISS so many times

Ferrets do not need to be left in the cage, they need 3-4 hrs a day of outside time - theres a lot of upkeep involved. You need to change their litter daily - keep their bedding clean (which will get dirty daily) - feed them high quality food, which costs $25 or about 5-7 lbs - have lots of toys to occupy their time with - be able to groom them properly - you sure you're ready to handle it?

**TO THE PERSON WHO SAID FERRETS ARE ABOUT $100 AT FIRST** - WRONG - You're off by a long shot - Most ferrets are $100-$200 depending on the color, size, breed (there are others, other than Marshalls) - then the cage, you need to get them a decent cage, which is going to run you from $100-$300, then you need ferret litter $15, ferret food $25, bedding, hammocks (approx $30-50), toys $40, vitamins and supplements $20+, grooming accessories $30, vetting $100+ for shots, cleaning supplies, which you will need A LOT

So you're looking at around $500 or more in your first year, if nothing goes wrong - I spend thousands on mine yearly - sure you're up for it?