National Ferret Day

National Ferret Day is an annual American holiday devoted to ferrets. It is not uncommon to have these cute animals as pets. The holiday is celebrated on April 2.

History

National Ferret Day began in 2014, initiated by the American Ferret Association. The goals of this day are to dispel existing myths about ferrets and to provide more information about these animals.

The ferret is a member of the Polecat family. They are nimble animals with long bodies and short legs relative to their torsos. The average life expectancy of a ferret is about 10 years. The name “ferret” has Latin roots, meaning “little thief,” which perfectly describes their habits: ferrets love to search for hidden items and often take objects that catch their attention back to their den.

Historians believe that the domestication of ferrets began more than 2,500 years ago. At that time, their domestication had a purely practical purpose: ferrets were used to hunt and kill rodents in fields and farmland. Their excellent sense of smell and agility allow them to quickly seek out and catch rodents.

Interesting Facts

• Ferrets make great pets: they are playful, kind, and very intelligent.
• When stressed or irritated, a ferret releases a characteristic musk-like smell from its anal glands, which some people find unpleasant.
• It is illegal to bring ferrets into Australia. In some U.S. states, it is also illegal to keep a ferret as a pet due to concerns about their odor.

How to Celebrate

Learn more interesting information about ferrets. If you have long wanted to get a ferret as a pet, this holiday is the perfect occasion to make your wish come true!

Spread the word about the holiday on social media. Ask users if they have a pet, and if not, would they like to get a ferret?

When is National Ferret Day in 2025?

National Ferret Day is observed on April 2 each year.

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