There is a bill passing through the NJ Assembly now that would recognize
ferrets as domestic pet animals AND prohibit landlords from refusing to
lease to tenants because they are ferret owners.  (The bill also applies
to various other pet animals, including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits,
guinea pigs, mice and FERRETS).
 
You can read more about it at:
http://www.petproductnews.com/ppn/Detail.aspx?aid=16617&cid=3622
 
Now here is the thing: this would be a wonderful bill for ALL of us pet
owners; whether you rent or not, it gives you additional rights in
seeking housing and recognizes ferrets as a domestic pet.  BUT - this
bill is expected to face heavy opposition from the rental companies!!
 
So, PLEASE let your legislator know that you want to support this bill!
You can do so by going to:
 
http://www.njleg.state.nj.us
 
In the search box, you can enter A2570, which is the bill's number, and
write to the bill sponsors.  You can also find your legislative district
and legislators, and send them an email directly on the site!  (Hint: if
you write one email, then highlight and copy it, you can paste it into
subsequent emails and save yourself a lot of time!)
 
Thanks!
 
- Ela
 
Ela Heyn
212-278-7642
[Posted in FML issue 4740]