I had never seen a ferret before my son, Steve, a Ranger in the 82nd Airborne, bought Darby. The first time I saw him I fell in love with him. I had always had dogs and cats for pets, but I soon found that no other animal's love could ever equal that of a ferret's. It all started when my husband and I would keep Darby while our son went to the field. I grew so attached to him that I hated to see my son come and take him home. The house always seemed so empty when he would leave. I found myself listening for him and watching for him even though I knew he was gone. I could stand it no longer! We went to a pet store and had them order us one of our very own. About the time they came in, my son decided he no longer had the time to devote to Darby and he would be better off with us. This was four years ago, and I have loved and treasured Darby ever since.
Darby (named for Darby's Rangers) is the brains of the operation. He can figure out how to do anything such as how to climb on to a table, push the dishes off, open drawers and doors. He spends a lot of time lying on his back looking up at the ceiling. I know he must be planning his next maneuver. His favorite treats are broccoli stems, celery, raisins, and Winn Dixie’s pimento cheese spread. He also likes tomato if it's fresh from the garden.
Darby likes to stay near the phone in case he might get a call. Some ferret people believe they are aliens from another planet and are trying to call the Mother Ship when messin' with the phone.
Darby loves presents especially the wrapping paper. What's inside doesn't really matter as long as the paper rattles. If it's in a bag, forget the present. Just give him the bag.
These handles on bags make good peep holes!
I bet you are going to taste good!
Even Darby gets tired every once in a while and has to take a nap!
