to:    "Jason Bolduc - Cyberstore Systems Inc." <>
>Subject: Last questions.. honest...
>
>       What gender should the ferrets be? 2 male? 2 female?
     As long as they are neutered or spayed, it does not matter what
combination of sexes you keep.  Males are larger and get into less trouble
(IMHO).
 
>I am thinking of keeping my ferrets cage in my washer/dryer room.. could this
>be dangerous? I will of course check for holes/cables... Am I inviting trouble?
     Make SURE they can't get under/into the washer or dryer.  MANY ferrets
escape by pulling the dryer vent hose off and escaping outside!  REALLY!  My
ferrets kept pulling the rubber belt off my washer until I put a wooden
barrier around the base.
 
>       What kind of cage should I buy? a very large "hamster" cage, or
>should I be looking for a "pet caddy" type of plastic cage... I'm a little
>confused as too how much space they will need, I plan to only have them in
>there while I am out of the apartment.
     Ferrets need at least 2' x 2' for one to two animals.  An all wire
rabbit cage is fine.  Ask you local pet shops about Safeguard Cages.  they
make a really nice condo...
 
>       And finally, where should I be buying these from? local buy&sell ads?
>SPCA/shelters? These are my first ferrets so I would like the best chance
>possible of getting problem free ferrets...
 
For more info on *Shelters That Adopt & Rescue Ferrets, and to receive
a listing of ferret shelters, contacts, vets, supplies, clubs, etc.
in your state, send a LONG self addressed stamped envelope to:
 
STAR* Ferrets
PO Box 1714
Springfield, VA 22151-0714
 
This is NOT just for shelters only!
Information helps all ferrets and owners.  If interested, please post
to me a private message and I will give you more information about the
cost.  Membership is very reasonable for 1 year and includes a
quarterly newsletter, the book _FERRET CARE and RESCUE_, and forms for
caring for ferrets.
 
Pam Grant, Director
 
 
>       Are ferrets REALLY as much fun as you guys make them out to be? ;-)
 
YOU BET!!!!!
[Posted in FML issue 1116]