a few years ago we had a ferret. She was a biter while little but outgrew it with discipline. She played like a kitten and was very affectionate. She was a ball to have and a joy. Unfortunately they are plagued with health problems.

Yes a ferret can live 10 years but it is rare. Ferrets unfortunately are breed on ferret farms. These are like puppy mills. And the health problem come from years of this type of breeding.

Ivory was 4 when she was diagnosed with Lympho-Sarcoma. She spent 5 months on meds and then stopped responding after several increases. We sadly had to let her got at 4 1/2 years old. But like Gayle I too would have another ferret in a heartbeat. They are truly a joy. Wonderful little babies.