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A hammock is one of the best accessories you can put inside your ferret’s cage. Ferrets love hammocks because they provide a fun place to lounge, but they also offer comfy, cozy sleeping locations. In other words, a hammock is one of the most valuable accessories to put inside your ferret’s cage.
Instead of buying a premade hammock, you can make your own. It is more affordable and allows you to customize the hammock to match the decor or your ferret’s personality.
Below, we have eight fantastic DIY ferret hammock plans that you can make today. Each one of these plans is entirely free. Even though some of the plans are designed for rats and similar animals, you can easily adjust the plans to make them the perfect size for your ferret.
Do Ferrets Like Hammocks?
No. Ferrets do not just like hammocks. They love them. Hammocks provide some of the best lounging locations for your ferret. When it comes time to go to sleep, most ferrets love to sleep inside hammocks that close completely.
In fact, ferrets love hammocks so much that most will appreciate having multiple hammocks inside their house. If you have more than one ferret, you should certainly add an equal number of hammocks. That way, each ferret is sure to have a hammock to enjoy.
The 7 DIY Ferret Hammock Plans
1. DIY Ferret Sleepsack by Kellechu
The Ferret Sleepsack by Kellechu is one of the best plans online. This hammock is designed with a pouch so that your ferret can lay on top or inside the dark pouch, depending on its preferences or the time of day.
The plans are thorough and easy to follow. They include step-by-step instructions and pictures to show you every step of the process. According to the instructions, you’ll need a sewing machine, but you can technically hand-sew it if you prefer.
2. DIY Honeycomb Hammock by The Rat Lady
Rats are very similar to ferrets in their love of hammocks. The DIY Honeycomb Hammock by The Rat Lady is an excellent hammock with many hides and places for your ferret to enjoy. Although this plan is made for rats, it can easily be adjusted by extending the size to fit your ferret.
The instructions are comprehensive and include dozens of pictures. Since this hammock has so many parts and layers, you’ll need a sewing machine to perfect it.
3. Cage Hammock by Jgodsey
The Cage Hammock by Jgodsey is the perfect option for a standard hammock. It’s made from polyester fleece and swivel clamps. The instructions require a sewing machine, but you can freehand it if you are willing to force-feed the needle through multiple layers of the material.
The instructions are very clear and thorough. They include pictures so that you can see how your hammock should look every step of the way. The instructions even include tips for making the hammock on a budget.
4. DIY Pet Hammock by Inspirational Momma
So far, every pet hammock we have looked at is designed to go inside your ferret’s cage. If your ferret has outside time, the DIY Pet Hammock by Inspirational Momma is a great option. It looks very classy, and it’s designed to be placed directly on the floor.
The instructions have a complete tools list and include numerous pictures. Inspirational Momma notes that it only takes about 30 minutes to complete.
5. DIY Fuzzy Cozy Ferret Hammock by Vera Karimova
Most of the classic ferret hammocks we have looked at require a sewing machine. If you want a classy and well-put-together hammock but don’t have a sewing machine, we recommend the DIY Fuzzy Cozy Ferret Hammock by Vera Karimova.
What makes these plans so great is that the instructions provide tips for sewing with both the machine and by hand. That way, you can ensure you are sewing the hammock correctly, even without a sewing machine. The instructions are straightforward and include pictures.
6. DIY Suspended Crochet Bridge by Lariath
If you don’t like sewing but enjoy crocheting, try out the Hamster DIY Suspended Crochet Bridge by Lariath. This plan is simple enough for beginner crocheters. It only uses single chains and simple turns. Make sure to crochet each chain very tightly.
Technically, this plan is designed for hamsters. As a result, the crocheted bridge will be way too small for a ferret. All you need to do is extend each chain so that it’s long enough for your ferret to lie in.
7. DIY Basic Pet Hammock by DIY Pets & Life
All the instructions we have looked at only include written instructions and pictures. If you are a visual learner, you will probably like the plans for DIY Basic Pet Hammock by DIY Pets & Life. Instead of being written out, you can watch the hammock being made on YouTube.
This hammock is made for rats, but the designer specifically made it so it can easily be adjusted to other small animals. As a result, you will likely want to make it slightly larger for your ferret.
Final Thoughts
Instead of wasting money on a premade ferret hammock, try one of the plans above. We’re sure your ferret will enjoy your creation! We hope one of these plans offers precisely what you’re looking for regarding skills, appearance, and customization for your ferret hammock.
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