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Introduction
Ferrets are some of the most adorable and fun pets to have around, but they need a lot of care. One way to keep your ferret active and healthy is by providing them with a place to play outdoors in the sun. If you’ve got a patio or deck, why not turn it into a ferret playground? This blog post will walk you through everything you need to know about building an awesome ferret-friendly patio perch!
Build a patio.
Build a patio for your ferret.
This is one of the most awesome ferret products out there! A new patio can help make your backyard more inviting and enjoyable to spend time in, as well as provide an additional place for your ferrets to lounge or play in the sun. And it’s not too difficult to do yourself with just some basic tools and supplies, making this project a great DIY home improvement project too.
Materials:
- Concrete pavers (used here) or gravel
- Wooden planks
- Plastic lattice panels (used here) or metal grates
Tools: * Shovels – one small spade shovel and one larger scoop shovel will be all you need to prepare the area where you will build your patio before laying down any materials on top of it; * Rake – once you have laid down all of your materials, use a rake periodically throughout construction so that everything stays level after each layer has been added; * Level – this tool is essential when laying down pavers because it allows for easy alignment between each piece ensuring straight lines when looking down upon them from above;
Build some steps up to the patio.
First, it’s important to make sure that your ferret can get up on your patio. If you want your pet to be able to move around freely and explore, a good way to do this is by building steps up from the ground level.
The best way to do this is with wood, nails and a hammer. Lay out the wood flat against the patio floor; then pound nails into each corner of each piece of wood using the hammer until they are secure against one another. Once all four pieces have been attached together, place them next to each other so that they form an “X” shape across your patio flooring surface (this will allow for easy access). Next put pressure on this newly created structure by walking on top of it while keeping one foot firmly planted at all times until it feels sturdy enough before going any further with building your stairs!
When finished building these stairs walk over them several times as though you were crossing over some imaginary river or stream without ever letting go of its handrail if possible so as not fall off into deep water below where no light shines through thus leaving us unable-to-see anything except darkness everywhere we look forward towards our destination during our journey tonight.”
Cut a hole out of the patio for the ferret to walk in and out.
Next, you will need to cut a hole in your patio. The hole should be big enough for the ferret to fit through, but not so large that he could get stuck inside. Make sure that it is also large enough for him or her to walk on comfortably without hurting their paws or getting cut by any sharp edges in the concrete or outer edge of the cavity.
Build privacy lattice all around the patio to keep your ferret from falling over the edge
While lattice is not a substitute for supervision, it can be a great way to keep your ferret from falling over the edge. If you have a large patio, you may want to install lattice all around it in order to give them some privacy and cut down on drafts. The good news is that installing lattice is easy enough that even if you’re not an expert carpenter, you should be able to do it yourself. It’s lightweight and easy to remove if necessary, so if your pet wants more space or more sun exposure later on down the line, just move their perch elsewhere!
Add shingle roof space so your ferret can lay out.
To add shingle roof space to your patio, you will need the following:
- A hammer to remove shingles
- A shovel to remove soil
- A screwdriver to remove nails
- A power drill with a screw bit and drill bit adapter (if using wood)
Before you begin, make sure that it is safe for your ferret to be outside by checking local ordinances. It is also important that you can supervise them at all times. Remember that ferrets are wild animals who may be dangerous if left unattended with children or pets!
Your pet will be overjoyed!
If you’re like me, your pups are probably chomping at the bit to get in on all this outdoor fun.
The good news is that ferrets love being outside and having a place of their own for them to explore and play in will mean they’ll be much happier!
Even if you live in an apartment with no yard or patio, there’s still plenty of great options for your pet.
Conclusion
A patio perch will make your ferret happy and it will be a fun project to build with your friends. If you do not want to build one yourself, then buy one off the internet. The bottom line is that this is a good product for your pet because it gives them some fresh air and sunshine while staying safe in their own yard.