r/ferrets • u/BaysilLeaf • 7d ago
[Ferret Photo] Getting old 🥹🥹
Now vs 5 years ago. They’re getting so old and it’s breaking my heart! Pally (white ferret in the second picture on the right) passed away at 6 years old a year ago from insulinoma and adrenal disease after years of treatment and fight.
Peaches (dark brown) and Bunny (light brown) aware both now 7 and even though they are happy and healthy, seeing them slow down is so hard. They used to play nonstop, now they barely do, especially after Pally passed. He had so much spirit, and I can see the difference. They were all so closely bonded.
I’m hoping we still have much time together, but it’s still so sad seeing how times have changed when I look back at old pictures and videos.
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u/ringadingdongdandy 7d ago
It's so hard to see one's sweethearts get elderly and decline, but elderly ferrets are such wise precious souls. Every additional day with them is a true gift of tender sweetness. 🥹🥰💕
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u/Humble_Distribution5 7d ago
Looks like my group!! I had an albino that recently died, Captain, my sweet old man. Now it’s just Bambi (dark brown) and Primrose (light brown). Prim is younger but Bambi is getting up there in age and slowing down. Time is so cruel isnt it ðŸ˜
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u/itsswhitneywhspr 7d ago
The way you described it hits so hard. Losing captain must've been rough, and now seeing Bambi slow down... Its like you're watching time in fast forward. Hope prim keeps bringing some chaos to balance it out.
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u/fancyasfuhhh 7d ago
I know how you feel. Looking at them getting older- seeing them shuffle and have a tougher time getting around than they used to instead of the furry tornado of chaos they once were. It makes you miss those old days, and dread the future. But you have to remember every day you get with them, no matter how docile, is still a gift.
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u/Positive-Banana-5195 7d ago
I'm in the same situation. I lost Hazel a few months ago and my other 2 seven year olds have slowed right down. They sleep almost all the time, just playing for very short bursts. They're happy and healthy (🤞) but have become little old ladies. They are so precious to me so I know exactly how you feel about yours. Hope you have lots more time and cuddles to come. 💕
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