Although they are less common than cats and dogs, ferrets are a popular household pet. They are small, energetic members of the weasel family that are intelligent and need diligent care.

Viewers can watch a litter of black-footed ferrets and their mother, 2-year-old Aristides, on a temporary live webcam.

Like badgers, otters and minks, ferrets fall under the weasel family − animals that hunt prey by tunneling their way into the ground. At a few U.S. zoos you may also see black-footed ferrets ...

Ferrets are members of the weasel family and typically weigh between 1 to 4 pounds. They have long, flexible bodies and come in colors like albino, sable, and silver. One of the most charming ...

Co-founder and executive director Ryan Phelan is thrilled to welcome these two new kits to the black-footed ferret family. "For the first time, we can definitively say that cloning contributed ...

There was also a professional photo booth for snapping photos of ferrets looking their finest. “We strive to make it a family-friendly, welcoming environment, but most importantly is our ...

Most states regard ferrets as a domesticated species, unlike, say, weasels and wolverines, other members of the mustelid family, but they’ve been banned in California for almost 90 years.

Preparing your home for ferrets. You’ll need to prepare your home for your new family members. You should take some time to “ferret-proof” your house, or at least the room where your ...