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Petco has been ignoring it's own ferret care standards for far too long. We are raising awareness of just how serious the situation is.
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Our goal is to join our voices so that Petco can hear us and we can make change together!

29/09/2021

ATTN: Any ferret owners near Athens, GA - needs a blood transfusion ASAP!! 🚨🚨

13/08/2021

We've been quiet, but our goals are not forgotten! In the meantime, please enjoy this overdue infographic about switching foods

25/12/2020

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Caution!
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19/12/2020

The very long-awaited introductions infographic! To be paired with the previously posted Quarantine infographic

10/12/2020

Thinkin' about all the ferret antics, and came up with this. Which of these fit your ferrets?
Remus has the energy of a Roamer, and is a mix of QC, Nurse, and Veruca Salt 😅

05/12/2020

More holiday links!
https://weaselwords.com/ferret-articles/tis-the-season

https://www.pets4homes.co.uk/pet-advice/christmas-safety-tips-for-ferret-owners.html

https://www.pets4homes.co.uk/pet-advice/how-to-keep-ferrets-safe-in-winter.html

https://www.petfinder.com/pet-care/small-and-furry-care/winter-care-tips-ferrets

24/09/2020

09/08/2020

Kibble Identification Chart (North America)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vT69IWh_wGWJUrg0h5SIjJdkOSJTvDsfDqIU4b7c9mlaSm3wAUPxAkUDh8ZJ1w4X4Hg1hv3dVpVnwkG/pub

Many rehomed or surrendered ferrets will come with an unlabeled ziplock of food (not sure why people do this...) Holly Ravenhill has asked the ferret community to help make a visual list of common kibbles fed, to help people identify these mystery kibbles, in case your new fuzzy is so imprinted on them and is taking a while to transition to a new food.

It is NOT a recommendation list of good/bad foods. Just a reference of all the kibbles out there, regardless of quality.

There are still a few blanks to fill in - please contribute if you can! (And if you have a kibble you're feeding that's not on the list, you are welcome to post a pic of it as well!)

https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vT69IWh_wGWJUrg0h5SIjJdkOSJTvDsfDqIU4b7c9mlaSm3wAUPxAkUDh8ZJ1w4X4Hg1hv3dVpVnwkG/pub

07/08/2020

Hey everyone! There have been a lot of new SCAM pages popping up. These pages are typically called something along the lines of "Ferrets Near Me", "Ferrets For Adoption" or "Ferrets For Sale". THEY ARE NOT SELLING FERRETS - THEY ARE SCAMMING YOU.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗮 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿, 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺 𝗶𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿:

- Ask for photos or a video of their breeding facilities or the ferret's living conditions
- Ask what food their ferrets start out on
- Ask for a copy of their contract to look over
- Ask what vet they use for their ferrets
- Ask if you can interact with the kit before adopting! (Hey, if they claim they are "near you" then... this should be no problem)
- Ask where they learned to take care of ferrets, and how long they have been breeding

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗲𝘁, 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀:

- Reverse image search some of their pictures. Scammers steal from other people, so the sources of these pictures will be all over!
* Reverse image search links: https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/1325808…
* https://tineye.com/
- Ask THE COMMUNITY!! Don't jump the gun - take the extra minute to see if anyone in ferret groups have heard of this person!

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽:

- Report them (under "Scams & Fake Pages - Not a real public figure, media company, or brand" and then "Unauthorized sales - other")
- Make a post about it here https://www.facebook.com/groups/268367717711206/?ref=group_header

28/07/2020

Soupies!

Followers, what soupies recipes do you use? Do you just wing it? Let's see some pictures of your ferrets enjoying soupies!

Thanks to Holistic Ferrets for the Raw recipe:
https://holisticferretforum.com/natural-diet/the-switch 　

And some tips from HFF on helping your ferret start eating soupies:
https://holisticferretforum.com/natural-diet/the-switch/introducing-raw-soup-and-hand-feeding

25/07/2020

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fFrOySSzbGpcPBFuUZ78gAtgcayQ2RkfDAjoK2CyjBg/edit?usp=sharing

Welcome to the ferret world! 🥩Ferrets are “small pets” but they are far different from guinea pigs, rabbits, etc. Think of them like a small cat with the personality of a dog. Ferrets are obligate carnivores! :) That means no grains, no veggies, no wheat, no sugar, no dairy! Their bodies are ...

27/06/2020

Dear Supporters,

I'm reaching out to remind everyone of our petition. We are making progress. We can make change. Help me share this petition across every social media platform. This is one of the ways we can be a driving force for ferrets!

Help us. Read this, sign this and share it.

http://chng.it/8Zr4Nm6jVJ

With Hope
Sarah
Ps To share my message you have to copy and paste it into your post

19/06/2020

Dear Petco,

We have been quiet for months now. As the world's current events have been particularly chaotic, with respect to you and your employees, we will remain on hold for the time being. 2020 has been interesting, hasn't it? This letter is different then the rest, though. This time, I'm writing to you because I am proud of you.

As you know, we are spread across the US and keep updated on our local Petco stores. Over the last few months, I (Sarah) have received reports of you silently working towards our requests, and in some places admitting your ill equipped all together. I just wanted to let you know we see you. We see the changes happening.

However, though we know some changes have been made, we still believe more can happen. We are still here and we will yell until we are fully heard. We are proud, but we want more.

Sincerely
Sarah

01/06/2020

Hey everyone! Corinna Kellogg is working on a ferret vet directory survey! If you could take a few minutes and put in your information about your current ferret vet(s), we can help everyone! Everyone can submit their vets even if they are not in the US/Canada, etc.
Survey to add your vet: https://forms.gle/HiM61N2YgpX6ZAmk7

Ferrets are considered exotic animals and not every vet can do all the services needed. Unlike other ferret vet directories, this one will include services that are provided at the practice. The purpose is not only to help people find a ferret vet, but also to ensure their ferret is properly cared for. I KNOW the online ferret community is large and very active. This is one of the ways we can help each other is by getting a list together and keeping it up to date with the proper information.

Thank you!

Click check box for daytime/emergency. Don't see your vet here? Please submit here: https://forms.gle/HiM61N2YgpX6ZAmk7 DISCLAIMER: We do not endorse a vet practice or a veterinarian. We strongly encourage to call prior to a visit to ensure that the services listed here are available. The vet office...

15/04/2020

(Yes we are aware some of the totals go above 100% - those were multiple choice options, and didn't split the tally's correctly)

14/04/2020

Dear Supporters,

Were still here and still working. I know we've been quiet but I dont want you to think I've forgotten.

Love
Sarah

26/03/2020

We are looking for Petco ferret models for a few comic strips! Drop a picture and their story in the comments! Bonus is our artist will be making a custom digital of your baby if chosen. Can't wait to see everyone's ferrets 🙂 We are doing this for them so we want to feature them!

21/03/2020

Additional reading & sources:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/nitrate-pollution-drinking-water-study-environmental-working-group-links-possible-cancers/
https://www.freedrinkingwater.com/water_health/eczema-filtered-water-health.htm
https://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/12-toxins-in-your-drinking-water/
https://www.fooddive.com/news/arsenic-found-in-11-bottled-water-brands-consumer-reports-says/553071
https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-11193/7-reasons-to-never-drink-bottled-water-again.html
https://www.livestrong.com/article/154123-bottled-water-side-effects/
https://www.filtersfast.com/blog/index.php/2014/10/benefits-of-using-water-filters/
https://www.water-revolution.com/collections
https://explainedhealth.com/benefits-of-drinking-filtered-water/
http://www.takepart.com/lastcall/index.html
https://www.ewg.org/interactive-maps/2019_pfas_contamination/map/
https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/

21/03/2020

Edit: To clarify - paper pellets for litter is fine! Paper shreddings (like CareFresh) are dusty and clog up their airways, risking infection

17/03/2020

California Supporters,

We have opened our formal complaints to all animals in Petco. If you have concerns about your local store’s animals, we would love to accept you into the documentation, should you wish to fill one out. Several of you have reached out previously wanting to help, and this is your chance to join the movement in a hands on way. This form is what we need help with right now, as we are halting our other protest efforts during the COVID-19 situation. Please reach out, or comment so I can make arrangements for you.

16/03/2020

Artist: Jess Fano

16/03/2020

Dear Petco,

I have decided that until Covid-19 is handled, we will be halting our peaceful protest. Our requests regarding your ferrets are still very important, and we will continue to gather our formal complaint statements, networking with owners, etc. But we also understand the risks you would be taking to address our complaints directly at this time. Although we are passionate about our cause, the concern for employees at risk of catching and spreading Covid-19 is high, and we would also be asking you to put call and chat centers at risk as well. Our protest is no longer peaceful if we are endangering lives, and we wish to remain peaceful to make productive change. We need to work together to protect our nation to the best of our abilities. However, when Covid-19 is handled in a few weeks, we will resume our protest, and continue to put pressure on Petco to address our requests.

You recently released a statement to your customers that said pets are not at risk. We are concerned about this statement, because we believe ferrets ARE at risk. We beg you to take precautions for your in-store kits, and respect their lives as we have respected yours. Please take precautions to prevent your kits from suffering. Their lives are important too.

Peacefully,
Sarah

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Supporters, I want to reassure my employee supporters; I will NEVER throw you under the bus. I will NOT share your information. I will NOT share your specific store. I am here to protect and support you. We are the voices for the ferrets, but YOU also need a voice. You have concerns, you have fought; You are no longer alone. We are standing behind you. I know that many of you have used your own money to try and provide enrichment. You've spent hours learning everything you can about the animals in your care, and I know that most of the display cases look the way they do because you aren’t allowed to change them. I am asking you to trust me enough to be your voice too. This is not your fault. Sarah Villata P.S: Atlanta, Georgia - This baby was so weak and thin, he couldn’t lift his head to eat. The full story will come soon, but I felt you should all see this heartbreaking, neglected baby struggling to get one of their most basic rights as a living creature; food. #PetcoDoBetter #AVoiceForTheFerrets #WeaselsNotRodents #StopPretendingThisIsntAProblem

Dear Petco, Making a rule that people can't take photos or videos of your ferrets doesn't change anything... The tree still falls in the woods even if no one sees or hears it. Unfortunately for you, we have seen AND heard. Go ahead, Petco. Tell people they can't take pictures and videos... Short of confiscating phones upon entering the store, this is a rule that can't be enforced. I feel like this is an important thing for you to hear, Petco. As long as you have employees and customers, you can't prevent us from talking to each other. You can't stop the spread of pictures, videos, and stories. You can't stop the signal. Sincerely Sarah PS : I dont know if this rule is a store by store situation. I have heard it from a few states now, so either way; you look guilty. #PetcoDoBetter #AVoiceForTheFerrets #WeaselsNotRodents #StopPretendingThisIsntAProblem *Share please!*

Dear #Petco, At this point, you will have seen our video of the kit attempting to drink water from the water bottle- if you were honest about wanting to know our complaints. That video was sent to me by one of my most trusted followers. This video was taken about four hours away from your corporate office in San Antonio, Tx. This is Maeve's experience: “Anytime I go to Petco, it doesn’t feel like I’m “adopting” or “purchasing”- to me, it’s rescuing. I have never bought a ferret from Petco, I rescued mine off of Craigslist, from someone who’d bought them at Petco. I went into Petco that day to look at supplies, and as I have done numerous times, check on the ferrets. At this specific Petco, I have seen ferrets covered in bright green diarrhea; I have witnessed crusty food bowls and horrendous conditions. I was actually mocked by one employee when I told them how disgusting it was for them to even be attempting to sell sick malnourished ferrets. The ferrets eyes were crusted shut, and they had runny noses. These ferrets were small enough to fit in one hand, they could hardly walk- I wish I still had the pictures. This time, I went in with the same expectations. I knew they’d have sick ferrets and I wanted to see what information an employee could tell me about them. I approached an employee as if I was someone who wanted to purchase a ferret, and had never owned one. I asked the employee questions about care and recommended products. I took pictures and videos of a bug infested tank. That was not a cage, it was a tank. It was very disturbing to say the least. The employee, who will remain anonymous- let me hold them without a second thought- despite how easily these animals can contract illnesses from humans. They were small, and I could easily feel their ribs. I took a video of the conditions, and hadn’t thought about it until I saw Petco Do Better’s post. I saw my videos, and it really hit me- I cried watching these animals struggling to receive their basi

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Sarah, Holly and Maeve

We (Sarah, Holly) have been happy ferret owners since 2014-ish. Sarah has a business of 6 and Holly has a business of 2. We are well researched. In fact, Holly's advice is sought after by many owners in need! Maeve is the most recent admin to join us! She is a business owner of 2 and passionate about the care of ferrets. I(Sarah) started this campaign because we as a community have seen and dealt with the repercussions of Petco continually spreading misinformation and not upholding their own advertised standards for far too long. As a team we are committed to spreading awareness of how serious and big these repercussions really are. We love ferrets and we want to be their voice.