About Us

South Mississippi Ferret Rescue (SMFR) exists to help ferrets whose owners can no longer provide the care they need. We take in ferrets that are surrendered due to changes in their owner’s circumstances, medical or special-needs care that has become financially or logistically overwhelming, or situations where owners ask the rescue to safely manage the adoption and rehoming process.

SMFR is currently transitioning from Little Beasties Ferret Rescue, which was previously operated in Gulfport, Mississippi by Leroy Dunn. While this transition is still ongoing, the rescue is now being operated under the name South Mississippi Ferret Rescue by Lexus Richardson.

Our mission goes beyond rehoming. We provide medical care, rehabilitation, and long-term support for ferrets, including those with special needs who may remain in sanctuary care. We are also committed to educating the public on responsible ferret ownership, proper care, and health, while working alongside other rescues to ensure ferrets receive consistent, compassionate treatment.

South Mississippi Ferret Rescue is a registered nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status currently pending. We are based in Biloxi, Mississippi, and operate out of a private residence. We serve the Florida Panhandle, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.

Together, we are working to create a safer future for ferrets by offering stability, advocacy, and compassionate care.