The Best Ferret Toys to Keep Them From Getting Bored

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If you're welcoming a ferret into your family, you've undoubtedly read up on the best ferret cages, foods, and other essentials for your new critter. But one thing you might still need to stock up on are ferret toys. Like dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and most other domesticated animals, ferrets are happiest when they have access to toys that provide plenty of mental stimulation.

So what kinds of toys do ferrets like? Similar to dogs, ferrets love a chew toy, but you'll want to be careful to buy one made of the right materials for your pet. Ferrets also love running through tunnels, and there are plenty of collapsible ones made just for this purpose. (As a bonus, you might even catch them snoozing adorably in their tunnels!) Ferrets also like chasing toys, like a motion activated ball that rolls in different directions. They also love anything they can dig or burrow into, like a ball pit. According to a Reddit community dedicated to ferrets, these playful pets are also likely to be entertained by something as simple as a cardboard box or tube. But of course, like any animal, they'll each have their own preferences when it comes to toys. You may have to try a few different types of toys to find your ferret's favorite.

Keep reading to see the best ferret toys to shop now, according to reviewers.

Pop-N-Play Ferret Ball Pit Toy

A ball pit for your ferrets? Dreams really do come true! Reviewers say their ferrets love playing, wrestling, and chewing balls in this innovative toy. You can also buy Marshall's collapsible tunnel and attach it to the sides for some bonus enrichment.

Crinkle Toy

Many ferrets love toys that make noise, making this a fun and affordable pick. Most of it is made with a crinkly material that makes noise and it also contains a small squeaker. It's lightweight enough that your ferrets can carry and hide it (another popular ferret game!). It's also machine washable.

Ferret Super Thru-Way

Your ferrets will love shimmying through this expandable 15-foot tube. "If you have one toy for your ferrets, let it be this. They absolutely go crazy over it," shared one reviewer. It also gets praise from users for being durable, see-through, and easy to move around the home.

Puppy Toy

Although this is marketed as a puppy toy, plenty of ferret parents say it's a great enrichment toy for their pets too. "I put treats in this for my ferrets and they love it," wrote one reviewer. Another shared, "They love to play with them and stash them all over the room, and they're durable enough to where if they chew hard on it they won't fall apart thus not any danger of them eating the plastic."

Motion Activated Automatic Rolling Ball Toy

As you can see from this adorable video of ferrets playing with each other and an RC car, ferrets love a chase! This rolling, bouncing toy will keep your ferrets entertained for hours, according to several reviewers. You can set the toy to roll around or bounce, plus it has a built-in motion sensor that will make it move when your pet engages with it. We really are living in the future!

Pet Turtle Tunnel

You'll smile every time you see your ferrets playing hide-and-seek in this quirky toy. And as you can see from some of the reviews with photos, ferrets also seem to like taking a nap in this cozy toy. Adorable!

What to look for when shopping for ferret toys

✔️ Materials that won't break. Since ferrets like to chew on things, you want to avoid toys made of soft rubber, latex, or anything else that might break off and become a choking hazard.

✔️ Toughness. Ferrets can be rough on their toys, so you'll want to look for items that can hold up. A good idea is to read the reviews for any toy and see what other people are saying about the item's durability over time.

✔️ Variety. Ferrets thrive with toys that provide mental stimulation. Consider rotating toys in and out or changing the tunnel pathways to give them something new and novel.

FAQ

What do ferrets like to play with?

Ferrets love running through tunnels and playing hide-and-seek, so any toy that allows this will likely be a hit. They also like to chew on things, so a tough chew toy is likely to be appreciated. Some ferrets also like chasing or being chased, so a toy that can do that is something your ferret might enjoy.

What are the best things for ferrets to chew on?

You can buy specialty ferret chew sticks from pet suppliers. If you're thinking in terms of toys, anything made of rigid, hard plastic that won't break is probably a good idea. You'll likely want to avoid toys made of wood or other material that might splinter.

What are some enrichment toys or activities for ferrets?

Ferrets love their tunnels! This is a common enrichment activity. They also like chasing and being chased, and chewing on things. Any toy or activity that allows this is sure to be a fun one for your ferret. Some ferret owners also create "dig boxes" of sand, dirt, ping-pong balls, dried beans and other safe objects that allow their ferrets to burrow in and play.

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