Pet of the Week: Sable is an affectionate cat who would love to be your companion (2024)

FAQs

Can you keep sables as pets? ›

While some states permit sable ownership with special permits, others have deemed it illegal due to fears of potential harm to both the animals and their native habitats. Proponents argue that responsible ownership can provide enrichment and companionship for sables while supporting conservation efforts.

American Shorthairs are one of the most easygoing cat breeds around. They love to get affection and cuddle with members of their human family, but they're not too demanding about it. They like to play but don't need attention around the clock. The American Shorthair is good-natured and adaptable.

The average lifespan of the sable antelope is 19 years in the wild and 22 years in captivity.

Such purchases tend to be rare, because sable is the most expensive fur (cubs cost around R15,000, or $240) and the animals are difficult to train, but breeding farms don't care whether they sell their product in the form of pelts or live animals.

Mummy's boy vs ice queens

Myth: Male cats are more affectionate towards humans and bond really well with their owners. Female cats are aloof and, because of their mothering instincts, prefer other cats to humans. Reality: This usually comes down to your cat's individual personality.

The most clingy cat breeds are considered to be Ragdolls, Maine Coons, Siamese, Burmese and Devon Rex cats, as these cats are highly social, value companionship and have a playful nature.

Sleeping with you provides them with security and an extra defense if a predator should launch a nighttime attack. They sleep with you because they trust you, they know you're not a danger and you can also provide an extra layer of defense if needed.

Ragdoll - the laidback cat

Some owners take their puppy-like docile nature seriously and teach them to play fetch or even to come when called. You'll have little doubt that you're in the company of the most affectionate cat breed ever when the ball of fur can't resist flopping into your arms every time you hold them.

It really depends on the individual cat. Some cats do not mind kisses, while others do. Similarly, some cats simply learn to tolerate kisses from their owners, but this does not necessarily mean they enjoy them.

Warmth is often a main requirement for a perfect sleeping spot, which is why many cats will stretch out in patches of sunlight or close to radiators. Your body is like a big hot water bottle for them, so they'll love to snuggle up to you to keep cosy.

What is the lifespan of a sable ferret? ›

The litter size is usually between three and seven kits which are weaned after three to six weeks and become independent at three months. They become sexually mature at approximately 6 months and the average life span is 7 to 10 years.

The sable ferret has the long, limber body of other ferrets as well as its ancestor the polecat. Traits that help in identification are an undercoat that ranges from white to brown and is covered with deep brown guard hairs. The colors of the fur are all the same shade, especially the head, the neck, and the body.

Ferret prices from breeders are largely based on the popularity of their coloration: Cinnamon: $300 to $400. Champagne and chocolate: $200 to $300. Albino, sable, and black sable: $100 to $200.

Sable pelts come from the sable marten, a small, weasel-like carnivore native to the cold regions of Russia and Asia that are strictly regulated. This exclusivity translates into a higher price point, making sable fur jackets a truly luxurious commodity.