Ferret toys – tunnels, puzzles, digging bins & foraging toys
With the JR Farm Back to Instinct Snuffelbox you awaken the primal instincts of your rodent or rabbit and give you the opportunity to dig extensively, play, hide and of course sniff in the Snuffelbox with a low-dust filling.
Read moreThe JR Farm Back to Instinct Sniffing Forest awakens your rodent's instincts! Rodents are constantly foraging in the wild. With the JR Farm Sniffing Forest, your rodent can also exercise this natural instinct at home and simultaneously train its senses. T
Read moreThe fun can begin with these fun woven willow tunnels! Rodents and rabbits love to walk through tunnels. This approaches the natural behavior of the animals. In the wild they also live in tunnels so it feels very familiar in a tunnel and of course it give
Read moreIt's no secret that guinea pigs love tunnels, holes and cardboard boxes. As a prey animal, Guinea pigs have a strong need for a safe place where they can hide, take a nap and of course, get up to mischief!
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It's no secret that guinea pigs love tunnels, holes and cardboard boxes. As a prey animal, guinea pigs' privilege is to have a safe place where they can hide, take a nap, and of course, get up to mischief!
Read moreAll Guinea Pigs will be lining up for this delicious carrot sleeping bag! Not only beautiful to look at, but also wonderfully soft and the tunnel shape gives the animals a sense of security.
Read moreThe Ferplast Tube Line Chain is a metal chain with a clamp on both sides. The necklace is supplied per two pieces in a bag. They are ideal for use on hammocks and other hanging objects, for example to replace gnawed strings on hammocks.
Read moreThe original Happy Pet Play Tube! These brightly colored Chube Tunnels are a favorite for all rodents and provide a great hiding place. Rodents and rabbits love to walk through tunnels, this approximates the natural behavior of the animals. These eco-frie
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Okay, we admit it, this toy won't throw your guinea pigs into orbit! But it will give them a stimulating boredom buster! While one Guinea pig loves racing through the tunnel, the other Guinea pig will take a wonderful nap in it. As the animals walk throug
Read moreIntroducing the world's first 3-in-1 snack ball! The Circus Snack Ball takes interaction, stimulation and play to a new level with its inventive multi-functionality and striking aesthetics. Designed for guinea pigs and other small furry animals. The Circu
Read moreThat's what little rodents love to do most - explore. Being busy all day and exploring the enclosure by climbing is fun and healthy for our little friends. With the climbing rope you give your little rodent the opportunity to get rid of his energy and kee
Read moreA lovely bed to hang out in! A big advantage of this hammock is its stability. The animals can lie down in it comfortably. The filling is soft and warm. The bed is easy to hang in the cage and the nylon straps are also adjustable...
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Digging, digging, digging – that's a rabbit's most natural and favorite activity! And that's exactly what they do in the spacious DiggingBox from bunnyNature! Here, they can indulge in their natural behavior to their heart's content and simply "be a bunny
Read moreWith this practical clicker you can start training. The clicker has a pleasant shape and fits nicely in the hand. Thanks to the special loop, the clicker can easily be attached to the finger. The tone of the clicker is consistent, which makes the di...
Read morePlastic snack ball for rodents, rabbits and ferrets. Great activity for many different animals. Lots of challenge, enrichment and immediate reward for hard work! By rolling the snack ball, the snacks fall out. This way the animals are immediately rewarded
Read moreThe Snack Board is especially suitable for Rabbits, but other rodents such as Rats or Chinchillas can also play with it very nicely. The board contains 7 lids that can be lifted. Your rodent learns to search for ...
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The Ferplast FPI 4840 Tube is a very spacious tube suitable for rats, among other things. Made of very hard plastic, it features ventilation holes and a simple hanging system. The tube is 29 cm long and has a generous diameter of 10 cm. Thanks to the plas
Read moreThe Ferplast FPI 4844 Pipe Bend is a very spacious pipe, shaped like a curve, suitable for rats, among other things. Made of very hard plastic, it features ventilation holes and a simple hanging system. The pipe is 25 cm long and has a generous diameter o
Read moreThe Ferplast FPI 4848 T-Splitting Tube is a very spacious tube suitable for rats, among other things. Made of very hard plastic, it features ventilation holes and a simple hanging system. The tube is over 25 cm long and has a generous diameter of 10 cm. T
Read moreLet your rodents and rabbits be spoiled with our Giftbox with 8 Play Balls! This beautiful gift box contains 8 play balls of approximately 8 to 11 cm, made of a mix of seagrass, rattan and cotton. With a variety of textures and materials, these play balls
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The Trixie Grass Hammock is made of 100% natural material and is easy to hang in the cage. The Trixie Grass Hammock is very popular with rodents such as: Mice, Hamsters, Gerbils, Rats, but also Degus!
Read moreGet ready for the ultimate adventure with the JR Farm Large Grass Maze for Rodents & Rabbits!
Read moreA nice double-decker hammock for rodents! Rats in particular love this type of hammock and like to hang in it. The hammock is made of nylon and has a soft sheepskin filling. Thanks to the handy hanging system, the hammock is easy to attach to any barred c
Read moreThis fun hammock from Trixie is suitable for rodents such as hamsters, rats and chinchillas. The hammock is covered with a soft wool layer. The rodents have a nice warm bed to sleep in! The Trixie Hammock 30 cm can easily be...
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Ferret toys – tunnels, puzzles & foraging fun for active ferrets
Ferrets are curious, energetic, and love to be active all day long. Good toys help them safely indulge in these natural play behaviors: running, hiding, climbing, dragging, and puzzling. In this category, you'll find a carefully selected range of ferret toys: from tunnels and tubes to treat balls, puzzles, and digging pits. Practical, enriching, and carefully selected with safety in mind. Specialists since 2011, so you can choose with confidence and with help.
Make playtime extra interesting with reward toys and small snacks. Also check out ferret food & snacks for a handy addition.
Ferrets love to play “through, under and behind” – combine toys with a nice resting place through houses, baskets and cushions .
A fun play corner works best with a hygienic base: see toilet litter and ferret toilets .
Which ferret toys are right for your ferret?
The best choice depends on your ferret's temperament, age, and play style. Some ferrets are real "destructive" ferrets (in which case you want sturdy and simple), while others are puzzlers (in which case, brain teasers and foraging toys work best). Practical considerations:
- Size & Safety: Choose toys that are large enough and don't have loose small parts.
- Material: sturdy plastic (easy to clean) or sturdy cardboard/fiber (fun to explore), depending on your ferret.
- Variety: Rotate toys. A "play rotation" keeps things interesting and prevents everything from getting broken or messy at once.
- Interactive vs. independent: combine independent toys (tunnel/play ball) with joint play (training, rewarding).
Useful examples in this category: a sniffing or foraging box, a treat ball, a tunnel or tube system, and a small training aid (like a clicker). This way, you can quickly build a strong foundation.
Types of ferret toys in this category
- Foraging toys & sniffing items – let your ferret search and “work” for a reward.
- Brain games – slide, open, discover; ideal for curious types.
- Tunnels & pipes – hiding, sprinting and chasing each other.
- Digging and messing around – digging buckets and “search tools” add to the activity.
- Play balls – roll, push, drag along; often also used with snacks.
- Suspension bridges/hammocks – climbing and relaxing; great as a play element in or around the accommodation.
Product tips (as a starting point): JR Farm Back to Instinct Snuffelbox , JR Farm Snuffel Bos , HayPigs snack ball , Ferplast tube (FPI 4840) and Trixie finger clicker .
Foraging & Brain Games: Keeping Busy Without the Fuss
Foraging toys and brain games are ideal for keeping your ferret occupied in a calm, challenging way. You use a small amount of treat and let your ferret think and search for itself. This ties in well with their natural curiosity.
- Start easy (snacks visible or half hidden) and make it more challenging later.
- Work with small rewards , so that it really remains a game.
- Keep it short and fun : 2–3 short rounds are better than one long session.
Combine this with suitable rewards from ferret food & snacks and always provide fresh water through food bowls, bottles & drinking bowls .
Tunnels & pipes: sprint, hide and chase
Many ferrets love tunnels: darting in, turning around, hiding, and chasing each other. You can also cleverly use a tunnel as a "route" between the play area and the resting area. Variation helps: a soft tunnel, a cardboard tunnel, and a sturdy plastic tube each offer a different kind of play.
Examples: Chube Tunnel and the expandable pipe system such as Ferplast FPI 4840 .
Training & interaction: playing together with clear rules
Ferrets are intelligent and can learn a lot through rewards. A simple clicker helps precisely "mark" desired behavior. Think of things like coming when called, picking them up calmly, waiting a moment, or bringing back a toy.
- One step at a time: reward every mini-success.
- Quiet ending: stop while it's still fun.
- Safe rewards: choose small rewards that fit into your routine.
Handy tool: Trixie Finger Clicker .
Play corner at home: how to make it practical
A good play area is organized, safe, and easy to keep clean. This keeps playtime fun, even on busy days:
- Work with zones: a tunnel corner, a puzzle corner and a rest place.
- Place a rug or mat down for grip and to dampen sound.
- Add a toilet spot (handy for longer play sessions).
- Tidy away cables/small objects and choose toys that can withstand a knock or two.
Complete the package with: ferret toilets , litter and a nice resting place with houses, baskets and cushions .
Maintenance & hygiene of ferret toys
- Check daily for loose parts, cracks and sharp edges.
- Clean plastic toys regularly with warm water (and rinse/dry thoroughly).
- Wash fabric items (hammocks/rugs) according to the instructions and let them dry thoroughly.
- Replace cardboard/fiber when it becomes too wet, too dirty, or too weak.
- Need advice on your setup? Check out our customer service .
Checklist: Ferret toys well arranged
With this basic you are almost always right:
✔ At least 1 tunnel or tube to sprint through
✔ 1 foraging or thinking game for a daily challenge
✔ Something to drag/push (ball or light toy)
✔ Play rotation: not all at once, but alternate regularly
✔ Rest area nearby: basket/cushion/house
✔ Clean & practical: toilet + toilet filling
Safety warnings
- Always offer new toys under supervision first , especially with demolition workers.
- Remove toys with loose parts , frayed edges, sharp edges or small pieces.
- Use strings/cords only in a controlled manner and then store them away properly.
- Clean toys that have become wet or have contained food/snacks so that they do not become sticky or stale.
- If you suddenly notice any significant abnormal behavior, such as not eating or drinking, or extreme lethargy, contact a veterinarian.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about Ferret Toys
What toys are best for a young, busy ferret?
Choose a combination: tunnel/tube (run), snack ball (push/roll), and a simple foraging toy (search). Vary to keep things interesting.
My ferret is destroying toys. What now?
Choose simpler and sturdier toys, offer them under supervision at first, and incorporate play rotation . Cardboard or fiber is fine, but replace it as soon as it becomes too weak or frayed.
How often should I clean toys?
Anything containing snacks/food: preferably regularly (rinse briefly and dry thoroughly). Wash fabric items according to the label. Plastic toys are often the easiest to keep clean.
Where can I find matching snacks and practical accessories?
For rewards, see ferret food & snacks . For water and feeding, see food bowls, bottles & water bowls .
I want to complete my play corner; what would be helpful?
Combine toys with a nice resting place and a clear toilet area: houses/baskets/cushions , toilets and toilet litter .
Why buy ferret toys from DRD Rodent Shop®?
✔ Specialist since 2011
✔ Ordered before 5 PM = shipped the same day
✔ Delivered from our own stock
✔ Smartly selected range with a focus on well-being & safety

