Police have actually taken a got away ferret into custody after the animal was identified running around the streets after dark.
A beady-eyed officer from Durham City Police spotted a “unusual beastie” running around on Sherburn Road, in Gilesgate, after dark on January 15.
After pursuing the animal on foot, the officer, Annabelle Chambers, understood the worried animal was an escapee ferret – more than likely a family pet from a home in the location.
By a stroke of luck, a passing member of the general public was an “skilled ferret managing hero”. With their help, Durham City Police recorded a ferret following “a little bit of a chase”.
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Though cousins of the ferret family, such as the polecat, do live wild in the UK, the “cinnamon” markings of this animal indicate it is certainly a household animal.
The Police state that they are hoping for a “ferretail ending” for the left animal, and have actually made appeals for owners to come forward.
Durham City Police said: “If you have actually lost your ferret or understand anybody who has, please email [email protected]. We are eager for the ferret and its owner to be reunited permanently.”
The weasel escape artist is presently being took care of by Blue Ferret Boarding, which supplies “high-end accommodation with ensuite centers, official dinners, and silver service” for ferrets whilst owners are on vacation.
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