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Ferrets Unlimited Rescue Services is at capacity. We are not taking any new ferrets in at this time unless you have adopted from us. We are sorry for the inconvenience and we hope to be able to reverse this soon.

You may fill out our surrender application but you WILL be placed on a waiting list. If you need to surrender your ferret(s) in a timely manner, please read below for tips on rehoming your ferret. Please note that some of these options may not be ideal, though they may be the only option for you.

FURS has been overwhelmed with “stray ferrets” this year. This is due to individuals letting their ferret(s) go outside thinking they can survive. They CANNOT! Ferrets are domesticated animals, they cannot fend for themselves. Sending them out is a death sentence. We have rescued 7 strays since January. There have been many more who have not been so lucky.

Please remember that even though FURS may not be able to accept your ferret(s) right away. We are always here to help where we can. If you have further questions feel free to contact us.

Thank you,

FURS Board of Directors

Tips to rehome your ferret(s)

Friends And Family:

Have you asked all your friends, family and coworkers? Many times people assume that no one they know would be interested in a ferret. Many times they are wrong. If you ask around, you may be able to find someone who is looking for a new addition to their family. If a long term commitment is hard to come by, you may try asking friends and family if they would be willing to keep them until a new home is found.

*Always remember, if someone is not ferret knowledgeable they can always call us. We legally cannot give medical advice but we can guide anyone to a vet for help, give advice on cages, toys, and overall basic ferret care.

Networking On Social Media:

Facebook is a great tool for rehoming pets. We always recommend it over Craigslist because there is a personal touch to it. You are asking friends and family yet again, the difference is THEY can ask THEIR friends and family and so on. Facebook sharing is a powerful thing. You can add pictures and even video to enhance your ferret(s) overall cuteness. There are also several Facebook pages dedicated to rehoming pets, even ferrets specifically.

Other Ferret Rescues:

There is a complete list of ferret shelters at https://ferretshelters.org/

The local Animal Protective League:

Some APL facilities do accept ferrets. Many ferrets have been adopted into loving homes from the APL.

Ferret Surrender Form

Ferrets Unlimited is located in Northern Ohio, and as such, we can only accept surrenders in the Northern Ohio area. If you live in another part of the state, country, or world, please see our shelter links page for a shelter in your own area.

Please note that when you surrender your ferrets, they will receive a rountine health exam, required vaccinations, and any other medical care that is needed. If you can, please make a donation upon surrendering your ferret to help with his or her care. Your generous donation provides us with the ability to care for the ferrets, including food, shelter, and medical care, until they have found a new home.

Please provide the following information for the ferret(s) you wish to surrender:

Ferret #1

Ferret's Name:

Age:
Sex:
M F Fixed?
Y N Color:

Ferret #2

Ferret's Name:

Age:
Sex:
M F Fixed?
Y N Color:

Ferret #3

Ferret's Name:

Age:
Sex:
M F Fixed?
Y N Color:

Ferret #4

Ferret's Name:

Age:
Sex:
M F Fixed?
Y N Color:

Ferret #5

Ferret's Name:

Age:
Sex:
M F Fixed?
Y N Color:

Ferret #6

Ferret's Name:

Age:
Sex:
M F Fixed?
Y N Color:

Reason for Surrender
Please explain the situation that makes the surrender of the ferret(s) necessary:

How urgent is the need for surrender? Please explain:

Do you have a deadline you are dealing with? Please explain:

Is this an emergency?
Yes No

If yes, please explain:

Health Information
Where did you acquire ferret(s)?

Please choose one:

Does the Ferret(s) have blue dots tattooed on right ear?
Yes No

Please list illnesses, surgeries, or any medical problems currently, or in the past.
Do they have any masses or bumps?

Veterinarian's Name, Address, and Phone Number:

Name of the HUMAN that the ferret(s) vet. records are filed under:

When is the next distemper shot due?

When is the next rabies shot due?

Behavior Information
Favorite toys:

Favorite Treats:

Favorite Food (Specific Brand Name):

Prefers to Drink From: Water Bottle Bowl

Litter Trained? Yes No

Does the ferret(s) like baths? Yes No

Does the ferret(s) cooperate while having nails trimmed? Yes No

Does the ferret(s) bite?
(Please be honest, ferret will not be turned away for any reason) Yes No

Does ferret(s) get along with other animals? Yes No

What animals?

Does this ferret get along with children? Yes No

What age groups?

Does this ferret like attention and interaction of humans? Yes No

What things can you think of you think the person adopting this ferret should know? Please list as much information as you can think of. This will help finding the perfect home. (Or as close to perfect as we can get.)

Contact Information and Release Agreements
How did you find out about us?

Would you like the adopter to contact you? Yes No
(adoptions are confidential unless both parties agree to contact)

I swear or affirm that I am the owner/guardian of the above listed ferret(s) and I am turning them over to Ferrets Unlimited Rescue Services for their well-being. I understand that Ferrets Unlimited will assume full responsibility for them and screen potential new owners and they will be adopted out if the prerequisites of ownership are met. I also understand that the vet listed above will be contacted and I give my permission for the above mentioned vet to release the medical information of the listed ferret(s).
Yes, I agree and release the ferret(s) records. No

Ferrets Unlimited Rescue Services operates as a 501 (c) (3) charity; as a service to ferrets and their owners, as such is not a business.

I have read the above and agree to the statement. Yes, I agree No

Today's Date:

Your Full Name:

Your Phone Number:

Your Valid Email Address:

Your address, city, state and zip code: (your information is confidential)

Thank you for taking the time to complete this form. You will be returned to the Ferrets Unlimited home page when you click on the submit button.

Please Note: Supplies and other items donated to the shelter with surrendered ferrets become the property of Ferrets Unlimited Rescue Services