• roguetrick@kbin.social
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      7 months ago

      I haven’t seen a leashed mustelid in awhile. Ferrets don’t seem to make popular pets anymore.

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        7 months ago

        they are an amazing amount of work. I think most people up for that work get toddlers instead. loved them when I had them, no longer have the energy.

        the leash was always more a reminder there were limits than any sort of control option. throw that weasel in reverse and the harness pops right over the head and he’s free.

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          7 months ago

          As a current ferret owner, I empathize with this comment so much. I do take mine out on leashes, one at a time, every now and then, and it takes a lot of patience and energy to do so. But it’s always great when I get to show people pics or vids of my ferrets on leashes. It always gets a great reaction.

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    7 months ago

    Honest semi related question. How far down in the kingdom goes personal recognition of self? Does the squirrel see its reflection and think, “mmmhm, slay gurl,” or is that high order dolphin/elephant stuff?