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NONE. Ferrets are unable to digest fruit and vegetables and eating these can cause stomach problems or in more severe cases intestinal blockages. Fruit and vegetables have a high sugar content and ferrets are known to develop Diabetes.
Ferrets are carnivores and so should only be fed raw meat, eggs and special ferret pet food. Cat/ kitten or dog / puppy foods are not suitable as they contain too much plant matter.
What else can I help you with?
Can ferrets eat potatos?
No, ferrets should not be fed potatoes, or any vegetable as they are unable to digest. Ferrets are carnivores, meaning meat eaters.
Do ferrets have good health?
Ferrets can have good health if taken care of properly
Are ferrets good pets for asthmatic children?
Ferrets are not good pets for any children. There are no tests for allergic reactions for human from ferrets. Ferrets don't produce dander like cats, which causes allergic reactions in humans.
Is dog food okay for a snack for a ferret?
No, dog food is not acceptable to feed ferrets. Dog food is mainly grain and vegetable based which ferrets cannot properly digest and could cause stomach blockage
Do ferrets eat animals or plants?
Ferrets are obligate carnivores, so they don't eat vegetables. They can't get nutrients from vegetables. Do not feed any vegetables to your ferret as they cannot digest vegetable, fruits or any grains.
What is a good website to adopt ferrets?
Petfinders and Craigslist
How many ferrets is it good to have in one house?
You can have as many ferrets as you want as long as you have the room and time to take care of them properly. At least 2 ferrets will keep each other company.
How do ferrets help people?
Ferrets can help people by giving them a good laugh and can be your best friends. They can keep you company if you get lonely or depressed.
Is fruits good for ferrets to eat?
No. Ferrets are strictly carnivorous(meat eaters), and not equipped to eat fruit in any serious amount.
Can you bring your pet ferret from the US to Australia?
Yes but it is always good to check with vets and register them. Victoria allows ferrets which is good.
Are pet ferrets a big responsibility for kids under 13?
Ferrets are not good pets for any child, as they require a lot of care and time.
Is celery a good vegetable?
It is certainly not a bad vegetable.
