Since ferrets aren’t your average pets, it may not come as a surprise that their diet is equally unique. But with the influx of ferret-feeding information, approaches and options in existence, how do you know what’s right for your pet?

For first-time owners and ferret fanatics alike, this is a simple guide to understanding the best way to feed your furry friend.

Get to Know Your Ferret’s Nutritional Needs

A piece of advice from our team of animal experts and Ph.D. nutritionists? Prioritizing premium, species-specific nutrition is key to maintaining your pet’s health and happiness. Understanding your ferret’s unique nutritional needs is a great place to start.

Like cats, ferrets are obligate carnivores. As for any obligate carnivore, quality animal protein and healthy fats are essential for optimal health. Unnecessary filler ingredients? Not so much.

What to Feed (& What Not to Feed) Ferrets

Not all ferret diets are created equal. Sometimes ferret feed contains fillers like pea, wheat or corn grains that contain no real benefits for your furry friend. Other times, ferret owners mistakenly assume dog or cat food can take the place of ferret feed altogether, but this approach is not only unlikely to fulfill a ferret’s specific needs — it can cause blockages, discomfort or disease.

Along with the exclusion of ingredients that offer little-to-no nutritional benefits or have the potential to negatively impact your pet’s health, it’s essential to prioritize feeding your ferret in a way that closely mimics their natural, prey-based diet. Specifically, look for a diet containing healthy fats and about 90% protein from animal sources.

So, What’s the Best Diet for Ferrets?

While raw diets certainly replicate a natural, prey-based ferret diet, they require careful (or, potentially, professional) nutrient balancing and handling. A high-quality, species-specific diet that’s high in digestible animal protein and healthy fats with minimal filler ingredients is our experts’ recommendation for replicating the nutritional value of whole prey at home.

Mazuri® Ferret Diet provides a convenient, nutritionally complete alternative that delivers all the same benefits without the hassle. Plus, it’s highly palatable and designed to feed at all life stages — so you’ve got a lifelong friend for your ferret.

	Mazuri® Ferret Diet Contains	Mazuri® Ferret Diet Does Not Contain
	90% protein from animal sources	Artificial coloring
	Omega-3 fatty acids	Artificial flavoring
	Probiotics & antioxidants	Pea, soy, wheat or corn grains

Your ferret deserves the best — and the best thing you can do for your ferret is provide them with a premium-quality diet that is expertly formulated to fulfill their unique needs.

Learn more and shop our expertly-formulated Mazuri® Ferret Diet at Mazuri.com/Products/Mazuri-Ferret-Diet-new.

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