All ferret owners should be familiar with clipping their pets’ nails. It’s not always the easiest task to accomplish, but it’s important, for the well-being of both you and your ferret. Clipping nails is a critical part of the grooming process that can’t be skipped.
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Your ferrets nails should be clipped at least once a month. The more often you you do it, the more accustomed your ferret will become to the routine.
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If you’re new to cutting ferret nails and nervous about getting it right, it might be best to enlist the help of a friend. Your friend can gently scruff your ferret while you get the job done. Be sure to reward with plenty of treats afterward!