Pictured are the two ferrets that Fred decided to mate, the Jill is he owns and the hob on loan.
It can be seen the Jill is in season, in the right hand photograph, by her swollen genitals.
Both ferrets are working animals, she is one of the litter pictured in 2003’s litter.
The ferrets are put together, the hob grabs her by the scruff of the neck and are left to get on with it for 24 hours. The Jill will probably receive bite marks on the neck during the mating process. After 24 hours they are separated into different cages.
Please note:Do not breed ferrets unless you are certain you have a need to do so and are prepared to feed and house your surplus ferrets while you find good homes for them.