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good pets?

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Question
Hello

Do ferrets make good pets?

Do they like to be held and played with?

How long do they live?

Would one be happy alone?

If I get a group would they perfur to play with each other instead of me?  

Answer
In my opinion they make wonderful pets for homes with no very small children.  
Tame ferrets love to be held on a regular basis.
Their life span depends on their health.  Average is 8-11yrs.
One would be content alone as long as you spent time with it so it wouldn't get lonely.
If you get a group, they will still want to play with you as well as each other if you spend plenty of time with them so that they will bond with you as well.