Last Updated on June 12, 2023 by Leonard Harper
If you are thinking about whether a rabbit and a ferret can get along, then the answer is a resounding ‘no’.
Rabbits are natural prey for ferrets. If you put a ferret in a room or a cage with a rabbit, then we promise you the rabbit is going to get hurt.
That being said, a rabbit and a ferret can live together on the same property. You are going to need to take a few precautions, though.
Are There Any Exceptions To This Rule?
We have heard of people training their ferret and rabbit to get along. However, honestly, it is still not worth putting them together in the same room. It is the same as if you have a dog and a baby.
That dog could be the most well-trained dog in the world, but the last thing you want to do is leave it alone with the baby. It is a massive risk.
Ferrets are exceedingly fast animals. If they get startled, then they are going to attack the rabbit, and you have no chance of getting to the animal in time.
So, you should never put them in the same room, let alone have a rabbit and a ferret live together in the same sage.
Can Rabbits and Ferrets Live in the Same Household?
Yes. You can have a rabbit and a ferret live together in the same house. However, you are going to need to take a few precautions if you want the two animals to be safe in your home.
For starters; you should never have the animals in the same room, even if one of them is caged. Especially if the rabbit is in a standard rabbit cage.
This is because the ferret will be able to claw through the cage in order to reach the rabbit. Even if the ferret is unable to reach the rabbit, it can actually end up causing ‘fear’ in the rabbit, which can lead to all sorts of issues.
If you have your ferret running loose in the house, then you will want to ensure that you supervise it at all times. If you are heading out, then the ferret needs to be put into the cage.
Never let a ferret or a rabbit run loose while you are out. You need to get into this habit early.
Most people who have rabbits and ferrets in their homes will have the two living on separate floors in the home. This, obviously, won’t prevent every single issue, it should keep them to the absolute minimum.
Ferret Proofing Rooms
If you do have both animals living with you, then make sure that the rooms where the rabbit lives are fully ‘ferret-proof’.
This is because the ferret will try to hunt down prey when it is out of the cage. There should be no way for the ferret to get into the rabbit room. This means that all crevices should be sealed up. You will be surprised at how small of space the ferret will be able to get into.
So, there you have it, you won’t be able to ever have a rabbit and a ferret living together peacefully. However, you can have them living in the same house, just make sure that you take the right precautions.
Leo, a novice urban farmer and avid writer hailing from Chicago, Illinois, finds his joy and inspiration in the company of rabbits. His affection for these cuddly creatures started when he was gifted a Mini Rex, named Poe, on his 18th birthday. Poe soon became a source of comfort, companionship, and surprisingly, creative inspiration. He soon expanded his brood to include three more rabbits of different breeds, each with their own engaging tale.
