Hello:
 
To those of you who offered to help convince companies to insure ferrets, I
have not forgotten about any of you. I have a list of everyone who e-mailed
me that was interested in helping. However, I apologize that I haven't been
in touch with you to let you know what is going on!
 
I am still waiting for a couple of companies to contact me regarding their
policies.  I want to have the most recent info they have, so we can
call/write to them sounding informed and convincing.  Since my shelter is
about to move (we're opening a new branch of PFRA in Boyertown, PA, on June
1) I would assume that shortly after that date we'll move ahead.  This is
also due to the Kodo situation; I am not only trying to gather funds for him
but now I am also researching Pennsylvania law.  I was told we have an
automatic kill and test policy here, and I intend to do something about it.
(HEY PENNSYLVANIANS OUT THERE: does anyone already have a copy of the laws
concerning ferrets in Pa?  It would save me some research time.  Also, have
any of you already tried to change the law here?  Maybe a combined effort
among PA shelters would be good?)
 
Anyway.  Back to the insurance thing: I do need something from one of you
out there.  I need a veterinarian (or someone that works in a vet's office
and has a good relationship with a vet) who can provide me with some data to
provide to insurance companies.  They are, after all, a business, and they
are most concerned with the bottom dollar.  CALLING ALL VETS: how can we
convince pet insurers that ferrets would be a wise addition to their
policies?  How does the difference in lifespan/medical problems of ferrets
compare to dogs and cats in dollars and cents, and how do we pose that to an
insurance company?  Please e-mail me directly with the subject "vet data on
ferret insurance." THANKS!
 
So, don't forget about me, I haven't about you.  We'll get this insurance
thing changed (I'm sure it's easier than changing state laws, anyway...)
 
Hey, I'm looking for someone: Is there a HANS OR KIM DANZIGER (sp?) out
there?  Email me...we have a friend in common!
 
Kymberlie Becker
Director, Pennsylvania Ferret Rescue Association
"Forget Puppy Love...There's nothing Greater than Ferret Love!" TM
http://home.sprynet.com/sprynet/ferretlady
[Posted in FML issue 1932]