Finally Allowed A Ferret Set Up

[redpat1 225]

Hi Guys

After lengthy discussions with my wife she has finally agreed for me to get some kits.

You will normally find me posting in the lurcher or terrier section as I am also awaiting the construction of a concrete base and outside kennels for housing the dogs, this has now been delayed due to the fella doing the work having to much on till the end or late summer. I don't mind though as he is family (and doing the work for pretty much cost).

Anyway, I did a little ferreting back in the 90s and always wanted to get back in to it but have just never really managed to get around to it. I am all good to go read a couple of books as a refresher, prepared the space, roped in the kids to get involved and actively looking out for all the bits and bobs such as hutch/court and nets etc.

What I am really interested in is finding the livestock itself, does anyone know of any quality working litters due shortly in the Kent area? I have put out the message amongst my buddies but I am so far drawing a blank!

Also, as its been a few years all positive advice and pointers will be gladly received.

 

Thanks for reading

 

Pat

[.WARREN. 288]

ID GET YOUR KIDS TO HANDLE THE KITS,TAMES THEM UP NICELY.GOOD LUCK WHEN YOU GET THEM

[BORDERSCOT 3,816]

Hi Guys

After lengthy discussions with my wife she has finally agreed for me to get some kits.

You will normally find me posting in the lurcher or terrier section as I am also awaiting the construction of a concrete base and outside kennels for housing the dogs, this has now been delayed due to the fella doing the work having to much on till the end or late summer. I don't mind though as he is family (and doing the work for pretty much cost).

Anyway, I did a little ferreting back in the 90s and always wanted to get back in to it but have just never really managed to get around to it. I am all good to go read a couple of books as a refresher, prepared the space, roped in the kids to get involved and actively looking out for all the bits and bobs such as hutch/court and nets etc.

What I am really interested in is finding the livestock itself, does anyone know of any quality working litters due shortly in the Kent area? I have put out the message amongst my buddies but I am so far drawing a blank!

Also, as its been a few years all positive advice and pointers will be gladly received.

 

Thanks for reading

 

Pat

 

FFS....

[redpat1 225]

ID GET YOUR KIDS TO HANDLE THE KITS,TAMES THEM UP NICELY.GOOD LUCK WHEN YOU GET THEM

That was the plan really in getting the kids involved.

I am going to take them with me as I already have a couple of permissions which come the new season should be pretty well stocked up. lol.

Even if we don't take decent sized bags I just want to get the kids off of the computer and tv, this should be exciting enough for them I reckon.

[redpat1 225]

 

Hi Guys

After lengthy discussions with my wife she has finally agreed for me to get some kits.

You will normally find me posting in the lurcher or terrier section as I am also awaiting the construction of a concrete base and outside kennels for housing the dogs, this has now been delayed due to the fella doing the work having to much on till the end or late summer. I don't mind though as he is family (and doing the work for pretty much cost).

Anyway, I did a little ferreting back in the 90s and always wanted to get back in to it but have just never really managed to get around to it. I am all good to go read a couple of books as a refresher, prepared the space, roped in the kids to get involved and actively looking out for all the bits and bobs such as hutch/court and nets etc.

What I am really interested in is finding the livestock itself, does anyone know of any quality working litters due shortly in the Kent area? I have put out the message amongst my buddies but I am so far drawing a blank!

Also, as its been a few years all positive advice and pointers will be gladly received.

 

Thanks for reading

 

Pat

 

FFS....

 

Don't get it mate.

[redpat1 225]

 

 

Hi Guys

After lengthy discussions with my wife she has finally agreed for me to get some kits.

You will normally find me posting in the lurcher or terrier section as I am also awaiting the construction of a concrete base and outside kennels for housing the dogs, this has now been delayed due to the fella doing the work having to much on till the end or late summer. I don't mind though as he is family (and doing the work for pretty much cost).

Anyway, I did a little ferreting back in the 90s and always wanted to get back in to it but have just never really managed to get around to it. I am all good to go read a couple of books as a refresher, prepared the space, roped in the kids to get involved and actively looking out for all the bits and bobs such as hutch/court and nets etc.

What I am really interested in is finding the livestock itself, does anyone know of any quality working litters due shortly in the Kent area? I have put out the message amongst my buddies but I am so far drawing a blank!

Also, as its been a few years all positive advice and pointers will be gladly received.

 

Thanks for reading

 

Pat

 

FFS....

 

Don't get it mate. If you have an issue Id rather you pm me than ruin the thread.

 

Pat

 

[redpat1 225]

^{Sorry mate, didn't see the bit highlighted in red. I was being a bit of a joker really with the bit about the wife. Although she didn't really mind I needed her to help me make the space to put them in and clear out some old bits from the shed, I think you get my meaning.}

[BORDERSCOT 3,816]

^{Sorry mate, didn't see the bit highlighted in red. I was being a bit of a joker really with the bit about the wife. Although she didn't really mind I needed her to help me make the space to put them in and clear out some old bits from the shed, I think you get my meaning.}

 

Just having a laugh mate - hope I haven't ruined your thread...good luck...

[B.P.R 2,798]

we all know the women have the last say..... or your not getting a sucky

[redpat1 225]

_{Of course not mate, I misread something and got on my high horse. It was completely my fault, long day and all that. You are right about the last word though BPR!}

Edited May 3, 2013 by redpat1

[foxtails 272]

there should be someone on or around your area from on here that can help you out with some kits, there'l be bucket loads of em in the next few weeks, rabbiting- its always good to have somthing to look foward to at the end of the week,, good luck getting it sorted mate, keep us posted on how you get on fts

[redpat1 225]

there should be someone on or around your area from on here that can help you out with some kits, there'l be bucket loads of em in the next few weeks, rabbiting- its always good to have somthing to look foward to at the end of the week,, good luck getting it sorted mate, keep us posted on how you get on fts

Thanks mate, I have sent out a couple of pm's so fingers crossed.

Can anyone point me in the direction of where they buy their ferret housing from as some of the bits I have found on the internet don't look man enough for the job.

I have had the kids badgering me all morning so any help is appreciated.

 

Pat

[gouldy257 79]

get the hammer out few lengths of 2x2,wire,weatherboard few screws and nails be real good job.... ATB with it mate

[redpat1 225]

get the hammer out few lengths of 2x2,wire,weatherboard few screws and nails be real good job.... ATB with it mate

I cant even pick up a paint brush without causing a serious incident, there is no way my family are gonna let me loose with a hammer.

[GreyRake 108]

Some ideas for you -

 

Picture of the indoor cage i built. For it to be outside you want less mesh and more wood to keep the weather out.

 

 

I got the wood and mesh from B&Q (Bit over priced tbh)

 

Ideas i like for outside....

 

Chicken coops are cheap and look good, there's various sizes on eBay -

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LARGE-DELUXE-CHICKEN-COOP-HEN-POULTRY-ARK-HOUSE-HUTCH-/121105040916?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Small_Animals&hash=item1c326c4614

 

If you were worried about the weather then some tarp over the side-top would help, or -

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WIND-RAIN-COVER-FOR-047-CHICKEN-HUTCH-RABBIT-HOUSE-COOP-047C-/261207854533?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Small_Animals&hash=item3cd1338dc5

 

Other smaller ideas -

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4FT-ANCONA-LARGE-RABBIT-HUTCH-WITH-RUN-GUINEA-PIG-AND-FERRET-WOODEN-PET-HOUSE-/160982927686?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Small_Animals&hash=item257b548946

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RABBIT-GUINEA-PIG-HUTCH-HOUSE-FERRET-ANIMAL-CAGE-PEN-BUILT-IN-RUN-NEW-/330744371348?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Small_Animals&hash=item4d01e69894

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3FT-RABBIT-HUTCH-GUINEA-PIG-RUN-DELUXE-PET-HUTCHES-FERRET-CAGE-PETS-HOUSE-/280979927603?pt=UK_Pet_Supplies_Small_Animals&var=&hash=item416bb57233

Edited May 4, 2013 by GreyRake