Ferrets were first reintroduced to Colorado in 2001 at Wolf Creek, north of Rangely. After dozens were released over several years, that site succumbed to a plague outbreak and collapsed by 2010.

"Since the rat is a natural prey for the ferret, the ferret is able to drive the rats out of their hiding places and bring ...

Tamed ferrets have been making short work of a long-eared problem in the battle against a rampant rabbit population.

Ferrets are popular pets because of their cute appearance and hunting abilities. They have fascinating antics, and owners ...

Male ferrets grow to 2-5 pounds. Female ferrets typically are a little smaller and grow to 1-3 pounds. The personality of the ferret is very playful, inquisitive, and adventurous.

Ferrets are relatively common pets, so it’s important to know what health conditions can affect them. These animals are ...

For the ferrets to survive, those 34,000 acres of land must be occupied by prairie dogs. These small rodents, which make up the majority of the ferret's diet, also create the burrows that black ...

Ferrets have a similar respiratory cellular structure to minks, and are thus equally susceptible to coronavirus infections. The coronavirus particle has spike-shaped proteins on its surface.

“The ferrets must have a full mouth o’ teeth,” Reg Mellor said as he fiddled with his belt. “No filing of the teeth; no clipping. No dope for you or the ferrets.

Ferrets are generally about 1 to 2 feet long and weigh between two and four pounds. The American pit bull terrier, as one example of a bigger dog, is about 17 to 21 inches tall and weighs between ...

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