Meet Kayla, Spencer, and Baxter!
Meet Kayla, Spencer, and Baxter! This fur-family may not be your typical pet family, but they sure are one of a kind. Kayla Bear is an eight year old Lab mix. She has two brothers Spencer Butt and Baxter Boy who are ferrets. Spencer Butt is five years old and Baxter Boy is two years old. All three animals came from different backgrounds, but ended up in the most loving home.
Kayla was Jennifer’s first baby. She was adopted from Friends Humane Society in Hamilton, Ohio. As soon as Kayla perked up and looked at Jennifer, she knew she was the one for her. Kayla is the smartest pup around. She’s so smart she even has Jennifer trained. Since day one, she has brought Jennifer so much joy! She is the best listener and absolutely loves her Mom and Dad. Kayla Bear’s favorite thing in the world is to go for a ride in the golf cart. As soon as Jennifer says the word “golf”, her ears perk right up, her tail goes crazy, and she starts kissing her.
Jennifer got Spencer a year later. Her fiance had a ferret as a child and wanted one as an adult. Jennifer didn’t have any clue about ferrets. She started him off in a cage, then it turned into a gated 4×4 area. Within 3 weeks, he had the entire house. Jennifer wasn’t sure how it was going to work out between Kayla and Spencer. Turns out, it was the cutest thing in the world. They would play all the time and became best friends. Spencer is so lovable, and is an absolute daddy’s boy! He is very smart and loving, but has a stubborn side. Spencer is one big trooper. Spencer was sick for about 8 months, and even suffered some depression after his brother Powder had passed away. But he fought through it and is now very happy. Spencer Butt’s favorite thing to do is chase his daddy around the downstairs area. Spencer imitates every thing his dad does. Spencer will jump up on the couch while waging his body all over the place with excitement. Sometimes he gets so excited, he falls off the couch and goes crazy running through his tubes.
After Spencer’s depression, Jennifer knew it was time to get another ferret. Jennifer got Baxter Boy from Jacks Pet Store. At first, it took Spencer some time to adapt but within 3 weeks, the two ferrets were inseparable. Running through a 3 story house with their own bedroom and play tubes throughout the house, the two brothers couldn’t be any happier. Kayla will occasionally play with them every once in a while, but Baxter is a little to hyper for her. Baxter is a true night owl. He has so much energy, Jennifer can’t believe he’s a ferret. Ferrets love sleep, but Baxter is a rebel for sure! He is always super hyper, and will sleep any time of day. Baxter’s favorite thing is his bear toy. He takes it everywhere with him. If his bear is all the way upstairs with him and he wants to go to the basement to hang out or sleep, he brings his little bear down with him. He will even try to get his bear in the tubes with him while playing.
We asked Jennifer what she loved most about being a pet parent and she said, “Being a pet parent, I really do think I understand them. I have so much compassion for fur babies. They need us to take care of them and when you do, they are loyal and always showing there appreciation”. Jennifer is such an amazing mom to her three babies, and couldn’t have made a better home for them. To keep up with the inseparable ferrets, make sure to follow Jennifer on Facebook!
