Re: Aggressive Igs

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Posted by Lola and Harry's Mom on May 08, 1999 at 04:30:19:

In Reply to: Aggressive Igs posted by wendy on May 07, 1999 at 22:41:12:

I agree with the other posts. I really believe that the more time you spend with them tho, will help reduce (some) aggression. We handle our's every day. Heck, I can't keep my hands off of them! LOL Your ig (your other posts) sounds a lot like Harry when we first brought him home. But with time, he has become much more calmer. The only time he seems the least bit aggressive is when your feeding him (ask HD! Harry bit him real good once.) With Lola, I trust her completly. But since your ig is new to your home, the "key" is to work slowly with him. Don't force yourself on him. Talk to him. Sing to him (softly). I even read to Lola during her bath. I would really strongly recommend you try and get your ig into a bigger enclosure very soon. HD built Lola's cage. With Harry, we had a time crunch and I went out and bought what is commonly referred to as a ferret cage (black metal cage). He'll outgrow it eventually (cage is 4ft tall), but for now its fine. Good luck and let us know how you're doing with your new family member.

Sue

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: I agree with the other posts. I really believe that the more time you spend with them tho, will help reduce (some) aggression. We handle our's every day. Heck, I can't keep my hands off of them! LOL Your ig (your other posts) sounds a lot like Harry when we first brought him home. But with time, he has become much more calmer. The only time he seems the least bit aggressive is when your feeding him (ask HD! Harry bit him real good once.) With Lola, I trust her completly. But since your ig is new to your home, the "key" is to work slowly with him. Don't force yourself on him. Talk to him. Sing to him (softly). I even read to Lola during her bath. I would really strongly recommend you try and get your ig into a bigger enclosure very soon. HD built Lola's cage. With Harry, we had a time crunch and I went out and bought what is commonly referred to as a ferret cage (black metal cage). He'll outgrow it eventually (cage is 4ft tall), but for now its fine. Good luck and let us know how you're doing with your new family member. : Sue

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