Lanarkshire-based animal charity issues appeal to find homes for overlooked ferrets

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The Scottish SPCA is appealing to the public to find homes for overlooked ferrets in their care after an influx of the animals at their centres.The charity’s Lanarkshire animal rescue and rehoming centre in Hamilton has cared for 27 ferrets in 2022 alone.And Scotland’s animal welfare charity is currently caring for over 60 of the animals across their nine animal rescue and rehoming centres.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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It’s a shame as they can make fantastic pets in the right homes.“We’re not sure what’s driving the increase in ferrets coming in to our care.

It could be that people didn’t want them any more when the reality of owning one of these animals set in.“Although they are great for adult homes, or homes with older teenagers, they’re not really suitable as children’s pets as they can nip.“They also need a lot of enrichment and exercise as they’re highly social, intelligent creatures who love interacting with their owners.