Steve,
 
Shelter ferrets are as different as any other as far as personality
goes.  Most, from my experience, are very appreciative of a new home.
 
My stongest memory from our shelter, is of Falcor.  She had been with us for
quite some time and she and I had formed a stong bond.  However, when her
perspective adoptive parents arrived at our shelter with their young kit
looking for a companion, Falcor seemed to know.
 
During the long interview process with the adoptees, Falcor, for some
reason, wanted me to pick her up.  She cuddled in my arms for the last half
hour.  I thought she had gone to sleep.  Then, she roused, kissed my hands
and arm, then wanted down.  She went over to the carrier and climbed in.
She waited until the adopters placed the kit in with her.  She cleaned the
kit and curled up with her.  She knew it was time to leave and she had said
her goodby to me.  She was ready to go to her new home.
 
We received several calls from the people who adopted her.  Falcor and their
kit have made a lasting bond and is quite happy her new home.
 
If you are considering a shelter ferret, I'd recommend taking your kit and
letting them pick out one another.  Shelter ferrets need homes too.
 
Good luck.
 
Dick B.
[Posted in FML issue 1865]