If a few years ago ferrets in Russia were classified as exotic animals, today they no longer surprise anyone. Fluffy dodgers are loved for their playful disposition, quick wit and soft fur. They are interesting for both children and adults. However, not all pet lovers know how easy it is to determine the sex of a ferret when purchasing, but this greatly depends on the character traits and nuances of the animal’s physique.
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Determining the sex of a ferret
Sexual demorphism in ferrets is pronounced. Males are larger, sometimes almost twice as large, and stockier. They have a flat muzzle and thick, strong paws. In order to distinguish young animals by gender when purchasing, you need to turn the animal over on its back and carefully examine the abdomen.Males have a tubercle quite far from the tail. Females have only an anus under their tail.
It is, of course, easier to determine sex when the animal has reached adulthood. Males weigh up to 2.5 kg, females up to 1 kg. Males eat a lot, mark their territory with urine and feces, and smell strongly. For these reasons, breeders strongly advise that ferrets be neutered between 10 and 12 months of age.
Sexually mature females are slender and graceful. Their muzzle is longer, and their limbs are thinner and slightly longer. Girls eat less and often hide food in reserve, setting up a hiding place in the corner of a cage or apartment. They are more cautious and less amenable to taming.
Who is better to choose: a boy or a girl?
The question of choosing a pet is always difficult. There are definitely advantages to each side.
