[wemple2]

I agree with parts of the article and also disagree with parts. Let me explain,
I used a ferret cage for training purposes, from the day I brought Winston home. We took the top off, so we were easily able to reach in and pick him up, there was a vinyl pad on the bottom, a soft blankie, his food and water...and a few SAFE toys. This worked like a dream for us, as we both work full time, I swear there was zero accidents. We moved this cage from room to room as needed, in the kitchen while we were gone, in the living room while we were home and in the bedroom to sleep. Within 3 months he "graduated" no more cage...and still no accidents. He is now 3 years old and I do still and always will confine him to the kitchen while he is alone, with the help of baby gates. He has never chewed the walls or cabinets or anything else he's not suppose to chew...Because he was safe in his cage through the teething period. So I do believe they have to be confined in the early days, but it's not forever...I think it worked best for me, and Winston loves me for it...he's such a good boy.