New Fuzzy (POLL, PICTURES)
I've been thinking of getting a friend for the little old man for a couple of years now, but have been putting it off because I hoped I could adopt from a shelter. Alas, if they had any, I never lucked out.
Today I went into a Pet Supermarket to buy Laxatone and litter, and came out with Laxatone, litter, a little ferret, and some toys he was partial to. The little one was born August 24th.
The ferrets were introduced, and it all went swimmingly. They sniffed each other, wandered off to observe each other from a distance, and within fifteen minutes were playing with each other and having a grand old time. They've groomed each other and shared food and napped together.
The only sad thing is that Mr Woozle gets so worn out when he plays and has to lie down. He doesn't understand why his energy is giving out. Poor old man. He doesn't have much more time. It makes me sad.
I am hoping the little buddy will prolong his time, give him a little friend to play with and cuddle up with. He loves other ferrets.
Want to help name the baby?
Poll that was originally here won't work along with images, for whatever reason, but if you'd like to weigh in on the new fuzzy's name, the options are being discussed in the comments section (and on other pet loving forums).
Some choices:
I'm leaning towards Tanuki, but suggestions are more than welcome, and if none of these suggestions appeal, feel free to suggest different options.
Here are some pictures:
Isn't he cute? He's almost as cute as my big guy, Mr Woozle, who is adorable even though he has a chipped front fang, shaved belly and a Prednisone-induced half-bald tail! :)
Time to train the little one to POOP IN THE BOX, not nip people, and to do tricks like Woozle can do, such as coming when called, leash-walking, shoulder-riding, begging for treats, rolling over and giving smoochies. Hope he's smart. :P
Today I went into a Pet Supermarket to buy Laxatone and litter, and came out with Laxatone, litter, a little ferret, and some toys he was partial to. The little one was born August 24th.
The ferrets were introduced, and it all went swimmingly. They sniffed each other, wandered off to observe each other from a distance, and within fifteen minutes were playing with each other and having a grand old time. They've groomed each other and shared food and napped together.
The only sad thing is that Mr Woozle gets so worn out when he plays and has to lie down. He doesn't understand why his energy is giving out. Poor old man. He doesn't have much more time. It makes me sad.
I am hoping the little buddy will prolong his time, give him a little friend to play with and cuddle up with. He loves other ferrets.
Want to help name the baby?
Poll that was originally here won't work along with images, for whatever reason, but if you'd like to weigh in on the new fuzzy's name, the options are being discussed in the comments section (and on other pet loving forums).
Some choices:
- Bosko
- Tanuki
- Malteser
- Mocha
- Snickers
- Alfie
- Fitzie
- Bueller
- Kuma
- Poppet
- Minky Boodle
- Fidget
- Gromit
- Kismet
- Skiffle
- Tango
- Tigger
- Tiramisu
- Whimsy
- Saucy
I'm leaning towards Tanuki, but suggestions are more than welcome, and if none of these suggestions appeal, feel free to suggest different options.
Here are some pictures:
Isn't he cute? He's almost as cute as my big guy, Mr Woozle, who is adorable even though he has a chipped front fang, shaved belly and a Prednisone-induced half-bald tail! :)
Time to train the little one to POOP IN THE BOX, not nip people, and to do tricks like Woozle can do, such as coming when called, leash-walking, shoulder-riding, begging for treats, rolling over and giving smoochies. Hope he's smart. :P