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The FerretMobile DIY Ferret Wheelchair

Step 8Bring in the patient, Strap him in, and Turn him loose

Bring in the patient, Strap him in, and Turn him loose
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This is Merlin. This is Merlin with his new wheels (and his curious friend, Autumn)

The video is some of Merlin's first few steps. He's taken quite nicely to it, although he's still pretty weak, so he doesn't stay out for long. He still tries to use his hind legs, so we left them unsupported. If your animal is paralyzed or there is some other reason, you may want to cut the frame rails longer to give a place to support the legs, or even add extra casters (turn able wheels) up front or behind to support the extra weight.

Now he can get out and play with the rest of the family.

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7 comments
Mar 9, 2010. 6:42 AMartist without a medium says:
 Awesome Ferret parent! 
Got four myself. 
Mar 10, 2010. 10:05 AMartist without a medium says:
 My first Sara was a rescue. I knew her owner and kept telling him he wasn't taking care of her and to just give her to us; eventually he agreed. Our second my husband bought for my birthday Nibble . Rastus' owner was looking for a new home cause his daughter wasn't taking care of him. Sara passed away I still miss her. Now we've taken in two more ( Spaz and Mitzy) that belonged to my sister. She says we're the foster parents but They aren't going back either. I don't know how you keep up with 11. Crazy little things.
 
Aug 14, 2009. 8:19 AMtmr says:
I love it! That's such a cool invention. You should get a patent.
Aug 18, 2009. 9:40 AMtmr says:
Thats great. I still love it!!
Aug 13, 2009. 9:37 AMkismet says:
That is awesome!! You totally rock!!
Aug 13, 2009. 8:31 AMkuchinskas says:
you've got to be the best ferret owner ever. So sweet.
Aug 11, 2009. 6:36 PMBen Harden says:
Hey. this is great

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