Cascade Ferret Network Open House! The Cascade Ferret Network is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) tax exempt shelter that provides ferret rescue and adoption services for the Pacific Northwest. The Oregon Humane Society, the Southwest Washington Humane Society and Multnomah County Animal Control, as well as other agencies further afield, depend upon the Cascade Ferret Network to deal with the ferrets they receive. Since its humble beginnings in 1998, the Cascade Ferret Network (CFN) has taken in 300 abused, abandoned and otherwise homeless domestic ferrets and found new homes for 230. Originally, the shelter ferrets that could not be placed in foster homes were housed in the personal living space of the Network Coordinator, but the available space was soon exceeded and a change in procedure was desperately needed. Recently, a totally remodeled space dedicated exclusively to the shelter ferrets was completed, and the new 1200 square foot facility includes a kitchen and office area, five interconnected rooms for housing shelter ferrets and their playgrounds, a laundry room, and bathroom. The CFN is excited to open the doors of its new facility to the public on Thursday, January 11th from 10:00 AM through 8:00 PM and again on Saturday January 13th from 10:00 AM through 6:00 PM. Tours of the shelter will occur every 30 minutes. Ferrets are encouraged to attend, but not required. Complimentary ear cleaning, ear mite checks, and nail clipping (for ferrets) will be available throughout the day. Other highlights of the Open House event include a entertaining and education videos on ferrets, kid's activities, prizes, new and used ferret merchandise for sale, educational displays and handouts, and refreshments for humans and ferrets. What: Cascade Ferret Network Open House Where: 3025 NE Hoyt, Portland, Oregon When: Thursday, January 11th, 10 AM to 8 PM Saturday, January 13th, 10 AM to 6 PM Cascade Ferret Network Providing temporary homes and adoption opportunities for abandoned, abused, or otherwise homeless ferrets. PO Box 14884 Portland, OR 97293-0884 (503) 231-0887 http://www.cascade-ferret.org [log in to unmask] [Posted in FML issue 3282]