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The Ferret Inn

The Ferret Inn has been providing shelter for ferrets since 1999. We have placed over 900 ferrets in the past nine years. The Ferret Inn prides itself on the level of medical care, nurturing, enrichment, and the ability to place the right ferret with the right owner.

Nancy Wilson, the Director of The Ferret Inn, has worked tirelessly to give these homeless ferrets a voice. When she first began the shelter in 1999 she was one person running the shelter by herself with no volunteers, no donations, and a large number of ferrets that were in need of immediate medical attention. Working on as little as three hours of sleep some nights, Nancy made it through that first year with the support of her wonderful husband, Tom. Now Nancy has a staff of dedicated volunteers. Through her tireless efforts Nancy has saved the lives of countless ferrets, proving the point that one person CAN make a difference!

Mission Statement

The Ferret Inn is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, no-kill shelter located in Columbia, MD in a residential home providing 24-hour care to the rescued ferrets. We realize the importance of and provide for the assessing, nurturing, and socializing of each ferret. We also provide education and counseling for the life of the ferret. As such, this allows us to be confident with each adoption, knowing that the new families are capable of providing a loving, permanent home.


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Average Review 12 reviews

Would you recommend The Ferret Inn?

by Jayde M. from Columbia, MD (August 3, 2009)
I would recommend spending time here because, first off, Nancy (the director) knows everything there is to know about ferrets. She's so knowledgeable and gets to know every single one of her ferrets on a personal level. Even though it's a lot of hard work, the rewards are numerous. You learn about ferrets, you get to play with them and build relationships with them, and you definitely build your work ethic. Overall, I would say the good outweighs the bad tremendously. The only downside is that ferrets poop... A LOT. And sometimes you wonder how that much poop can come out of these small creatures. This is a fantastic way to make your summer more memorable and to make some new friends that share a common interest with you. I came in with no knowledge of ferrets and after this experience I could tell you quite a few interesting things about ferrets. Nancy and the people who make up her devoted team really make The Ferret Inn the best ferret shelter you could imagine
by Laurel C. from MD (May 11, 2009)
The Ferret Inn has proven to be a wonderful life experience for me. Since I started volunteering there in Dec. 2008, Nancy (the director) has become both a friend and a source of inspiration. Her dedication to the well-being of the ferrets in the shelter and to the education of potential and current owners of ferrets is very admirable. She makes sure all the ferrets get play-time outside of their cages. Nancy has always greeted me with a caring interest in my own well-being. She is always patient, understanding and clear when it comes to answering questions I have regarding any aspect of the shelter, the work I may be doing that day or the care of ferrets. Many days there are a variety of projects to do beyond the routine medicating, feeding and cleaning of ferrets, their enclosures and play pens. Nancy's devotion to her work is always obvious, never seeming to take a break for herself, and always working at least as hard as her volunteers. I strongly recommend this experience.
by Liz C. (May 11, 2009)
The Ferret Inn, is by far the nicest ferret shelter I have ever visited or volunteered for. I have owned ferrets for 10 years and have never seen an organization run a smoothly and with as much love as the Ferret Inn. Nancy is the most selfless director and has dedicated her life to these fuzzy little guys. She is very good at giving advice about ferret care and health as well as matching the right ferret to new perspective owners. I highly recommend this shelter when looking for a ferret to adopt or as a place to volunteer your time. It is well worth it... I was hooked after just one visit!
by Kristin L. from Crofton, MD (May 11, 2009)
I love my ferrets
by Crystal H. (Administrator for this Organization) (December 11, 2008)
I originally went to The Ferret Inn to adopt a ferret. Nancy (the director) had such a love for ferrets, and such a wonderful shelter, that I began to volunteer for her. Now, years later, I am still volunteering and still loving it. This is by far the best ferret shelter in Maryland. It's probably one of the best ferret shelters in operation! There are a lot of ways to help out - not just cleaning cages. We do monthly adoption days at pet stores and can always use extra help at the end of the year with Petsmart's photos with Santa Claws or by working on The Giving Tree. We also could use help year round with maintaining our photos on various adoption databases.
 

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