Providing our pets with the best equipment is our priority. Therefore, today, we are going to talk about the best ferret bowls. Choosing the right bowl for a ferret isn’t as straightforward as we think. Our decision should depend on the ferret, its age, and size.
For example, if the bowl is too big and your ferret is still small then it will be a bit tough for him to eat or drink from it. You should also note whether your ferret has to adjust itself to drink and eat from a certain angle because if his trouble goes on for too long, the eating or drinking time will start hurting your ferret’s body.
So, it should be our aim to provide easiness to our pet ferret.
Some pet owners use simple water bowls inside the ferrets’ cage. This is fine in case you don’t have a bowl that is specifically designed for ferrets, but it has some drawbacks. Drinking from a normal water bowl is considered better and it is probably easier for a ferret to drink from it too, however, due to the design of those bowls, the ferret makes a lot of mess.
This can compel you to clean their cage or your floor over and over again. For that reason, here we aren’t only providing easiness, we are taking care of our comfort as well.
Here are some of the best bowls for your ferret; we handpicked them to make it easy for you.
Snap’y Fit Bowl By Midwest Homes
This stainless steel food bowl is perfect for animals of small size like hamsters, guinea pigs, kittens, puppies, rabbits, and of course ferrets. You can attach this food/water bowl with the cage. Due to this feature, multiple ferrets can eat from it without creating a mess.
You can also remove the bracket if your ferret doesn’t like to eat from an attached bowl.
This bowl is stainless steel which makes it is easy to clean; this material prevents rusting too. Stainless steel bowls are better than plastic bowls because they are neat and not breakable. Plus they don’t hold any bad odors.
It comes in four sizes, each for different sizes of pets.
Its price varies; it depends on the size you opt for.
Pros:
- It is sturdy so your ferrets can have a good meal without knocking it over.
- You can remove the bowl by unscrewing the nuts whenever you want to wash or fill it with fresh food.
- The stainless steel material makes it healthier than other bowls because the germs can’t reside in this material.
Cons:
- It is hard to remove the bowl if the cage is small.
Ceramic Hamster Bowl
Although it is made for hamsters, it can still be used by other small animals such as ferrets. If you have ferret babies, they will find it easy to eat from this bowl.
These ceramic bowls come in different varieties of styles. Right now the two available styles are watermelon and orange bowl.
In case you are thinking about what makes it a good choice for your young ferret, this bowl is non-toxic and doesn’t absorb any artificial colors.
This makes it a healthy choice for animals. Furthermore, it will resist your ferret’s chewing because of its sturdy material. It’s weight ensures that overly feisty ferrets won’t push or throw it around.
Pros:
- They are available in cute styles.
- Long-lasting because of the ceramic material.
- They are non-toxic, therefore, they won’t damage the health of your ferret in the long term.
Cons:
- They are not made for bigger animals so if your ferret type is a bulldog then this bowl is maybe too small for him.
- Underneath the bowl is a curvy tunnel which makes it hard to clean.
Dual Bowl for Small Animals
The dual bowl is made for average-sized species, luckily the ferrets fall in that line. This bowl can be used both as a water bowl and a food bowl at the same time.
This stainless steel bowl has a removable feature; you can make it separate from the cage if you want to clean it or use it as a basic food bowl.
The company provides you two options; you can either attach the bowl to the cage or you can put it down, whichever makes your ferret at ease.
It is available in the colors pink, blue, and green. Its width is enough for one grown-up ferret to eat from the bowl with ease.
Pros:
- It has an automatic water filler filter. You only need to fill the water bottle and attach it back to the bowl.
- It is extremely easy to clean because of its removable bowl option.
- Safe for almost all types of animals.
Cons:
- Not made for bigger animals. If you have a dog who loves to chew then buying this bowl is not an idea.
Living World Lock And Crock Dish
This small maroon-colored bowl is perfect for feeding small animals. Its size is only compatible with the smallest pets like ferrets.
It firmly attaches to any cage and once it is attached, it will be impossible to be moved by the pets. In addition, the great thing about this bowl is it doesn’t twist or turn. The food inside the bowl stays safe.
The plastic of this bowl is chew-resistant; it is completely safe for ferrets who love to chew. It is very easy to clean and it is excellent for small spaced cages.
Other than that, the dish can hold up to 6 ounces of food and water.
Pros:
- The small size of this bowl is perfect for small cages.
- It is a chew-resistant plastic and safe for your pet ferret.
- It is strong enough to hold the weight of food and water.
Cons:
- Its size is not very big and you will have to fill the food again if your ferret is eating a lot.
Richell Pet Rehydration Station
This water station is really easy to use with an attachable water bottle on its top. The bottle is attached in a way that keeps the bowl full on its own.
The station’s height is suitable for a ferret which makes it easy for your pet to drink from it without bending down too much.
When the water is almost finished in the bottle you just need to refill it and you are done without any mess being made. The stopper attached to it will prevent any spills.
Pros:
- Its automated water filler filter doesn’t let your pet make any mess.
- It is made of good quality plastic material.
- It is very easy to attach and detach from the cage.
Cons:
- It probably won’t attach to all types of cages.
Conclusion
Pick any one of these bowls. We assure you, they will keep you stress-free and also let your beautiful babies have food and water comfortably.