|  | | Seasonal Ferret Issue Articles | | Home > Articles & Tips > Seasonal Ferret Issues | |   It is important to make sure your ferrets are safe and comfortable in all seasons. This section's articles will tell you how!
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| | Disaster Preparedness for your Ferret
June is National Disaster Preparedness Month for Animals. Each year devastating disasters that affect both humans and animals occur in our nation. These include earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, tornados, fires, hazardous blizzards, chemical spills, and terrorist attacks. Even disasters such as gas leaks and minor flooding can keep you from tending to your ferrets for extended periods of time. Being prepared for any type of disaster can help save the life of your ferrets.
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| | Ferrets & Snow: Winter Weather FAQ
Along with winter comes colder temperatures and, in many areas, lots of snow! Ferrets do much better in cold weather than many owners realize, and your ferret is probably more comfortable than you are with the heat turned down low. If your ferret is healthy, he may have a blast playing outdoors in the snow.
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| | Heatstroke Prevention
The warmth of summer is upon us and owners of ferrets are urged to take precautions against heatstroke with their ferret companions. High temperatures, above 80 degrees Fahrenheit, can be fatal for ferrets as they do not pant to keep cool.
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| | | | Heat Your Home With Your Ferret in Mind
Heating your home can present a number of problems that ferret owners need to be aware of. Whether it's spring, winter, or just a chilly day, keep the following things in mind whenever you turn your heat on.
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| | Holiday Safety Tips for Ferrets
We want the holidays to be a happy time for you and your ferret, not a time for an emergency visit to your veterinarian. The food and decorations that make the holidays so much fun for us can be dangerous for your ferret.
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