Ferret Tubes and Tunnels

Although they sleep for up to 18 hours a day, a Ferret can be as demanding as a child when it comes to seeking attention.

Ferrets get a great deal of pleasure from playing with objects like furry toys and balls.

But in my view, the greatest pleasure can come from watching them play in their Ferret Tubes and Tunnels; these toys are fantastic fun which your pet will love to race through.

There are some great tubes and tunnels to be had.

The Double Fun Play Tunnel is large enough for multiple ferrets to enjoy. Ferrets have a blast exploring and playing with the bell toys while onlookers appreciate their enthusiasm. The divided tunnel has a hole on each exterior wall and one in the center so ferrets can tunnel around. Then there are smaller tunnels which are fleece-lined and flexible tunnels of fun that stretch up to 33 inches of extra exciting exploration space!

But the beast and the Grand-daddy of them all is the 'Super Thru Way Tunnel' which was the winner of the Best New Small Animal/Reptile Product at the 42nd Annual APPMA Trade Show. Ferrets love to tunnel, so this is the toy your ferrets will love to play with and it is 20 foot long, so you need to make sure you have the space for it.

The newest concept in ferret housing are bubble wave funnels which attach to the cage. These can provide additional living space both in and outside of the cage. Your furry pal will spend countless hours climbing and exploring inside the easy-view translucent tubes which when attached to the cage, stand an almighty 69 inches high.

You can also get 'Tube and Tunnel' systems which can be connected to each other creating a colorful Peek-A-Boo playground system of tubes, elbows and tees. Your pet needs exercise in order to sustain a long and happy life, so this type of toy provides many hours of stimulation and fun for pets through natural exercise.

They can also satisfy the Ferret's natural curiosty as they provide a unique network of hiding places and tunnels to explore, hide and sleep in.

Then there are just Tubes which are a lot smaller than a system of tubes and tunnels. The average measure 12in x 12in and some have a snug nest at the top to lay around in. There are 3 different tubes to run, climb, hide and play in, the cardboard tubing is sturdy enough for more than one Ferret to race through.

So you get the idea, there is a lot of choice available, but before you start spending money on these spectacular designs, try your Ferret out in a simple cardboard box, it will do until they bored.